District Sales Manager

Performance Food Group (New); Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

401K Employer Matching

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Performance Food Group is seeking a Sales Manager in Seattle to oversee a district's local field sales team, drive sales plans, and optimize profitability. You will supervise sales staff, manage accounts, and partner with cross-functional teams to win new business.

The role requires 3-5 years in a B2B outside sales role in foodservice, a valid driver's license, and a Bachelor's degree preferred. Base salary ranges from $115,000 to $130,000 with bonus opportunities and Day 1 benefits.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in a B2B outside sales role in foodservice
• Strong leadership and coaching abilities
• Proven track record in meeting or exceeding sales targets
• Valid driver's license required

Responsibilities

• Supervise and develop the district's sales staff.
• Contribute to regional sales plans and profitability targets.
• Build and maintain customer relationships with key accounts.
• Present major account plans and analyze competitive information.
• Handle customer issues and coordinate with vendors as needed.

Skills

Team leadership

Sales management

Coaching

Customer relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing/Sales

High School Diploma or equivalent experience

Job description

Company Description:

Performance Foodservice, PFG's broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers - providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.

Job Description:

Position Details:

• $115,000 - $130,000 Base Salary + Bonus Opportunity
• Sales management overseeing a team of local field sales representatives.
• This is a supportive, high-performing team and a culture that values collaboration, trust, and winning the right way.
• 3-5 years working experience in a business-to-business outside sales role and competitive sales in foodservice industry.

We Deliver the Goods:

• Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
• Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
• Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect

Position Summary:

Responsible for supervising the activities of the sales staff assigned to their district. Participates in the establishment of the region's sales plan and accountable for the sales and profitability and accounts receivable performance of their district. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Position Responsibilities:

• Supervises associates to include, but not limited to: staffing, training, coaching, performance management and problem resolution. Develop and educate sales staff on product knowledge, sales techniques and company policies by developing and conducting monthly sales meetings.
• Attain targeted sales as determined by business goals. Operate department and assigned personnel within budgetary guidelines.
• Demonstrate awareness of customer needs and establish policies and practices to effectively meet those needs. Develop interpersonal relationships, which encourage openness, candor and trust, both internally and externally. Provide informative and professional assistance when working with the public/customers/vendors and coworkers.
• Develop and educate sales staff on product knowledge, sales techniques and company policies by developing and conducting monthly sales meetings. Participate in industry organization monthly meetings. Develop and presents major account presentations. Formulate and analyze information on competition. Attend industry shows and events.
• Interact with customers and vendors in a friendly, timely and quality manner; ensure customer and vendors' questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner. Manage customer's complaints, issues and emergencies.
• Establish and monitor major account prospect lists. Process customer rebates and incentives.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience

4-6 years foodservice sales

Valid driver's license

Preferred qualifications:

Bachelors: Business management, sales, marketing, or related area

3-5 years foodservice sales supervisory or management experience

EEO Statement:

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations.