District Manager

James Edward & Companies Group; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Phone

401k 4% match

Medical, dental, and vision

Life insurance

PTO after intro period

Paid holidays

Incentives & commissions

Job summary

James Edward & Companies Group in Abilene, TX is seeking a District Manager to lead a group of Account Managers (ASMs) responsible for in-store execution with key customers. You will coach and develop teams, drive Red Bull initiatives, and track KPIs.

Responsibilities include training ASMs on selling skills, conducting regular meetings, building partnerships with retailers, ensuring company standards, and fostering a diverse, high‑performing organization.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in Direct Store Delivery (DSD) management with a proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales objectives.
• Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field; 6 years’ experience in a similar role in lieu of education.
• 2+ years’ management experience in sales environment.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales volume and KPI targets for each ASM and monitor monthly KPI results.
• Spend two days per week on route rides to train and evaluate ASM performance.
• Establish and maintain regular communications with retail partners to implement national and local programming.
• Teach ASMs selling skills, call to set up new accounts, overcome objections, and use retail math.
• Conduct regular ASM meetings to improve operational expertise and recognize results.
• Collaborate across the organization, share best practices, and lead among peers.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem solving

Sense of urgency

Integrity and professionalism

Additional language skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

6 years experience in a similar role in lieu of education

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Abilene - Abilene, TX 79602

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 Salary/year

Job Category: Management

The District Manager’s main priority is managing and leading a group of Account Managers (ASMs) that are accountable for in-store execution through a set group of key customers. The District Manager will also be responsible for coaching and developing their respective teams. District Managers are accountable for driving Red Bull initiatives and tracking Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) through a set group of key customers.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales volume, track Key Performance Indicators (KPI) targets for each assigned ASM and track the execution of these monthly KPI’s. This includes feedback, coaching, corrective counseling, and performance reviews.
• Spend two days per week on route rides (gate to gate) to train and evaluate the performance of the ASM and the executional conditions of your market.
• Establish and maintain regular and on-going communications with retail partners/decision makers to successfully implement national and local programming.
• Teach ASMs selling skills through the established selling process, including calling to set up new accounts, overcoming objections, working with different personalities and using retail math skills.
• Conduct regular ASM meetings to improve operational expertise and recognize results.
• Work collaboratively across the organization, share best practices, and be a major contributor/leader among peer group.
• Ensure the ASM team understands and adheres to Company standards and operating procedures.
• Build a diverse organization that reflects the marketplace; exemplifies our company values and inspires the team through effective leadership.
• Bring a sense of urgency and commitment along with desire to get things done.
• Serve as a safety champion, driving awareness, accountability, and continuous improvement in all company and warehouse safety practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

QualificationsRequired Skills/Abilities

• Excellent communication skills, including ability to present one-on-one and in a group.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong problem solving and mathematical skills.
• Strong sense of urgency and commitment.
• Ability to act with integrity and professionalism.
• Additional language skills an advantage.

Education and Experience

• 3 + years’ experience in Direct Store Delivery (DSD) management, including proven track record of meeting exceeding assigned sales objectives
• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field; 6 years’ experience in a similar roll in lieu of education.
• 2+ years’ management experience in sales environment.
• Valid US driver’s license and obtainment of DOT medical card.

Physical Requirements

• Repeatedly lifting 10-25 pounds including overhead multiple times daily.
• Moving carts/dolly that weigh up to 75 pounds repeatedly on a daily basis.
• Prolonged periods of administrative work at a desk.
• Ability to stand and walk frequently.
• Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
• Work in both indoor and outdoor weather conditions.

Compensation/Benefits

• Competitive compensation plan.
• Company vehicle.
• Company provided phone.
• 401k with 4% company match.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company paid life insurance.
• Paid time off after introductory period.
• Paid company holidays.
• Additional earning opportunities with incentive programs and commissions.

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