District Sales Manager

SkillsetGroup; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

SkillSetGroup is seeking an experienced District Sales Manager to lead the LA/OC sales team. This role involves overseeing daily operations, developing regional strategies, and travel within the LA/OC markets. It is a DIRECT HIRE opportunity.

The candidate should have wholesale foodservice and equipment sales experience, strong leadership, and the ability to drive revenue growth within a designated district. HS diploma required; Bachelor's preferred. Travel will be involved.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of sales experience in a supervisory or team lead capacity (6–10 years preferred).
• Supervise a team of 10 sales associates within a designated territory, ensuring alignment with sales targets, profitability, and accounts receivable goals.
• Recruit, train, coach, and manage sales team performance, hold regular meetings to reinforce product knowledge, sales strategies, and company policies.
• Maintain district operations within set budgetary guidelines while driving revenue growth.
• Build strong relationships with customers, vendors, and internal departments to support long-term business partnerships and customer satisfaction.
• Respond promptly and professionally to customer issues, complaints, and emergencies, ensuring resolution and maintaining service standards.
• Oversee and develop key accounts, manage sales pipelines, and process customer rebates and incentive programs.
• Monitor competitor activity and market trends to adjust sales strategies accordingly.
• Represent the company at trade shows, industry events, and client meetings to promote business growth.
• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, or a related field preferred).
• Valid driver's license required for travel within the assigned district.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and performance of the sales team within the district.
• Travel within LA/OC markets to manage accounts and drive growth.
• Develop regional sales strategies and oversee key accounts.
• Ensure profitability and adherence to budgets while meeting revenue goals.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers, vendors, and internal teams.

Skills

Sales leadership

Team supervision

Business development

Relationship building

Customer service

Travel required

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, or related field

Job description

SkillSetGroup is seeking an experienced District Sales manager to work in the LA/OC Territory. This position will be overseeing daily operations and performance of the sales team within the assigned district. The chosen candidate must have wholesale foodservice & equipment sales experience and a strong background developing regional sales strategies. Experience with business development and team oversight is also a must. This will be a regional position that would require travel in the LA/OC markets and a DIRECT HIRE opportunity.

Job Title: District Sales Manager

Shift: Run own schedule 8:00 am - 5:00 pm or 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Qualifications:

• Must have 4-6 years of sales experience in a supervisory or team lead capacity (6-10 years preferred).
• Supervise and lead a team of (10) sales associates within a designated territory, ensuring alignment with sales targets, profitability, and accounts receivable goals.
• Recruit, train, coach, and manage sales team performance, hold regular meetings to reinforce product knowledge, sales strategies, and company policies.
• Maintain district operations within set budgetary guidelines while driving revenue growth.
• Build strong relationships with customers, vendors, and internal departments to support long-term business partnerships and customer satisfaction.
• Respond promptly and professionally to customer issues, complaints, and emergencies, ensuring resolution and maintaining service standards.
• Oversee and develop key accounts, manage sales pipelines, and process customer rebates and incentive programs.
• Monitor competitor activity and market trends to adjust sales strategies accordingly.
• Represent the company at trade shows, industry events, and client meetings to promote business growth.
• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, or a related field preferred).
• Valid driver's license required for travel within the assigned district.