District Sales Manager
District Sales Manager Job Description
Are you a strong leader in foodservice, hungry to steer a team towards success with a strategic mindset? If so, then the District Sales Manager position at Ginsberg’s Foods could be the right job for you!
At the direction of the VP of Sales the District Sales Manager (DSM) provides direct leadership over a team of District Sales Representatives (DSR) in their respective district by energizing, motivating, developing, and coaching their assigned DSR’s. The District Sales Manager proactively evaluates opportunities and threats that exist in their territory and aligns with internal and external partners to achieve desired results.
District Sales Manager Job Salary
- This is a salaried position that ranges from $90,000 – $115,000 annually based on a successful candidate’s level of proven experience.
Work Schedule
- Monday – Friday, with flexibility outside of regular business hours to meet the demands of the business.
District Sales Manager Job Experience
- Possession of an Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university in the field of Business Administration, Sales, Marketing or related field AND at least eight (8) years of foodservice sales experience, four (4) years of which must have been in a supervisory or management capacity.
OR - Possession of a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in the field of Business Administration, Sales, Marketing or related field AND at least six (6) years of foodservice sales experience, three (3) years of which must have been in a supervisory or management capacity.
District Sales Manager Job Essential Functions
- In partnership with Senior Leadership and the Regional Sales Directors, participates in the development of strategic initiatives, objectives, policies and priorities.
- Responsible for overseeing the hiring, coaching, evaluation, and disciplinary action of all members within their respective district.
- Leads a team of DSR’s by aligning individual and team growth to company strategic goals and priorities.
- Leads DSR’s through a continuous feedback approach, sharing positive recognition and providing coaching where necessary.
- Regularly analyzes KPI’s, completes quarterly DSR performance reviews and performs regular DSR performance observations.
- Responsible for business development within their respective district, including meeting with customers, assisting DSR’s with managing relationships, negotiating, and closing deals.
- Works closely with the Customer Relations Manager to cultivate new and further penetrate existing business.
Great benefits are waiting for you:
- 401(k) and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans
- Healthcare insurance (health, dental, vision)
- Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
- Access to in-person mental health counseling
- Access to on-site Physical and Occupational Therapists
- Employee assistance programs
- Company-provided life insurance
- Employee discounts in our Will Call Center
We are Ginsberg’s:
As a family-owned and operated foodservice distributor since 1909, we foster a welcoming workplace culture, embracing engagement and development, and attracting, recruiting, and retaining a diverse workforce. We adhere to our core values; Respect for all people, excellent customer service, building strong relationships, and a dedicated commitment to community.
If you share these values, begin your career with Ginsberg’s Foods today!
Apply For A Sales Manager Job
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