District Sales & Operations Leader

Freudenberg Sealing Technologies S.a.s. di Externa Italia S.r.l.u.; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Freudenberg Residential Filtration Technologies Inc. is seeking a District Sales Lead responsible for guiding the RSR team, driving sales opportunities, and ensuring safety and DOT compliance.

The role emphasizes leadership, route planning, inventory oversight, and cross-functional collaboration. The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, DSD experience, a clean driving record, DOT certification, and proficiency with Microsoft Office, with the ability to travel within the

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; post-high school studies preferred.
• Professional experience in Direct Sales Distribution (DSD).
• Previous management experience in a DSD environment.
• DOT certification and ability to pass and maintain a DOT Medical Card.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and organizational tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and support the team of RSRs in the district, ensuring effective communication regarding sales opportunities, promotions, safety updates, and company policies.
• Implement sales strategies, monitor performance using DSD reports, and collaborate with the Regional Manager to identify opportunities for growth and cost reduction.
• Oversee warehouse inventories, maintain inventory accuracy, and ensure compliance with warehouse processes and procedures.
• Enforce compliance with DOT, fleet, and safety guidelines, reducing accidents and ensuring adherence to company standards.
• Develop and manage RSR route schedules, including PTO and open route coverage, ensuring seamless service delivery in the district.
• Complete and submit district-level reports, including sales performance and compliance updates.
• Conduct market tours and ensure customer accounts meet company standards, identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Train and develop employees to ensure they meet performance expectations and adhere to company policies.
• Work with the POG compliance team, upper management, and HR to align district activities with broader company goals.
• Participate in and manage district-level reset projects and ensure proper execution of promotions at the store level.

Skills

DSD experience

Team leadership

DOT certification

Truck operation up to 16 ft

Microsoft Office

Inventory management

Route planning

Sales operations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Freudenberg Residential Filtration Technologies Inc. is seeking a District Sales Lead responsible for guiding the RSR team, driving sales opportunities, and ensuring safety and DOT compliance.

The role emphasizes leadership, route planning, inventory oversight, and cross-functional collaboration. The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, DSD experience, a clean driving record, DOT certification, and proficiency with Microsoft Office, with the ability to travel within the