District Sales Manager, Jacksonville

US Foods; Jacksonville (FL); Sur place; USD 75 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

US Foods, Inc. is seeking a leader to oversee a group of Territory Managers in selling our products and services, coaching them to achieve AOP goals and develop new accounts in a Jacksonville district.

You will direct and mentor TMs, develop long-range sales plans, and coordinate with support teams to maximize revenue and reduce churn. Overnight travel may be required for trainings and meetings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Sales & Marketing or related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least five years of foodservice sales experience.
• Two years of supervisory experience.

Responsabilités

• Lead and mentor territory managers to achieve sales and account penetration goals.
• Develop and implement district sales plans and budgets.
• Coach TMs on closing high-potential accounts and reducing churn.
• Coordinate product demonstrations and market research.
• Manage staffing and performance of the sales team.
• Oversee customer/business reviews and relations.

Connaissances

Negotiation

Communication

Customer service

Presentation

Problem solving

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Outils

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Description du poste

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITEJoin Our Community of Food People!Oversee a group of Territory Managers (TMs) in the selling of (and may also sell) the Company's products and services using product, organizational, and customer knowledge to influence customers and assist them in applying the products and services to their needs, resulting in revenue generation. Directs TMs against opportunities in closing, penetrating existing accounts, as well as directing TMs with regards to new account acquisition and development within a specified district. Provide coaching, mentoring, and training to TMs to achieve profitable sales and case growth objectives.Lead a group of TMs to achieve Division sales, penetration and churn reduction objectives; research, develop and maintain long and short range sales plans, while coaching and developing TMs in creating effective action planning to achieve AOP and Company goals.Direct TMs toward high quality leads and assist TMs in warming leads and closing, working with TMs to open new accounts and reduce churn and highlighting need for New Business Manager to support TMs in opening high potential accounts.Submit and administer annual street sales operating plan and operating budget, reviewing and approving street sales-related expenses, credits, donations, and contracts, and tracking performance against plan, identifying gap closures.Leverage Sales Coordinator role to reduce time on administrative tasks, resolving TM and customer issues; assist in leveraging Restaurant Operations Consultant, Menu Analyst, Culinary Specialists, Customers Solutions Coordinator, Sr. Sales Analyst, and New Business Manager to grow account penetration and new accounts.Assist in coordinating product cuttings and demonstrations; develop sales and marketing strategies and proposals for customers on products and services, conducting market research to determine customer needs and provide information to sales staff.Communicate sales data to contribute to product/service planning; assist in planning district sales meetings and events with Marketing and Merchandising personnel.Understand and utilize the Sales Foundations tools and processes to grow sales, generate additional revenue, and maintain customer service standard.Coach, train and direct TMs to top account penetration and “quality” lead acquisition opportunities, creating effective action plans to achieve AOP and compensation goals, and ensuring accountability of TMs with regards to account development and goal attainment.Recruit, train and mentor new hires as well as existing TMs, conducting field support/work-with sessions to observe coaching needs and support needs for TM development, and evaluate needs and recommend training as needed.Oversee, manage, and assess TM performance to plan regularly, instituting performance improvement or disciplinary measures as needed. Assist TMs with organizational skills, account strategies, and territory planning.Maintain current knowledge of industry trends and product developments that affect target markets, establishing and maintaining industry contacts that lead to prospective sales; evaluate product mix in terms of meeting customers’ needs.Research and develop lists of potential customers, making targeted sales calls to develop relationships and follow up on leads along with sales staff. Conduct periodic Customer Business Reviews to identify customer needs as well as relationship gaps.Assist in customer/delivery alignment and driver engagement.Oversee the communication and execution of Company policies within the confines of the sales department.Ensure that the sales organization is appropriately staffed and managed to minimize turnover.Other duties and responsibilities as assigned or required.Education/Training: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Sales & Marketing or related field or equivalent experience required.Related Experience: A minimum of five years of foodservice sales experience required. A minimum of two years of supervisory experience required. Overnight travel may be required to participate in trainings, meetings, or other company events.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Demonstrated problem solving and negotiation skills required. Excellent oral and written communication skills, as well as customer service and presentation abilities. Must have proficient computer skills, preferably in Microsoft Office products (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).Licenses:Valid driver's license requiredCandidates who have received a DUI conviction for drug or alcohol within the last three years will not be considered as eligible.Other license history is reviewed and must meet company standardsThis role may also receive incentive compensation. Benefits for this role may include health insurance, pre-tax spending accounts, retirement benefits, paid time off, short-term and long-term disability, employee stock purchase plan, and life insurance. To review available benefits, please click here: https://www.usfoods.com/careers/benefits.html#LI-PL1Compensation depends on relevant experience and/or education, specific skills, function, geographic location, and other factors as applicable by law (for example: state or local minimum wage thresholds). The expected base rate for this role is between$75,000 - $120,000***EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status***