Sales Manager - Tampa

Food Sales East; Largo (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

PTO & holidays

Career growth opportunities

Team-focused culture

Industry exposure

Job summary

Food Sales East is seeking a Sales Manager to lead the Tampa market, driving results, developing talent, and strengthening partnerships across the region. Based in the Tampa market, the role covers the Largo-based office with in-market travel to support operators and distribution channels.

You will coach a growing team, execute strategic sales plans, and advance key accounts while upholding FSE core values and delivering measurable growth in a dynamic foodservice environment.

Qualifications

• Strong communicator and relationship builder.
• Proven ability to influence and drive results.
• Experience leading and developing teams.
• Self-motivated with strong problem solving skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; CRM a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team serving foodservice operators across commercial & Noncommercial establishments.
• Build distributor partnerships to accelerate manufacturer growth.
• Own strategy for key accounts (“Market Makers”).
• Execute sales plans and elevate team performance.
• Set priorities and align the team to market goals.
• Coach, develop, and hold team accountable to KPIs.
• Manage key account strategy to maximize Market Maker impact.
• Lead performance checkins and evaluations.
• Coordinate meetings, trainings, and market events.
• Partner with manufacturers, distributors, and operators.
• Model and reinforce FSE Core Values.

Skills

Communication

Influence skills

Team leadership

Problem solving

CRM proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

CRM

Job description

Food Sales East (FSE) is a growing foodservice sales agency representing leading manufacturers across the Southeast. We operate with integrity, a strong work ethic, and a team-first mindset—focused on serving our partners, giving back, and driving meaningful growth.

We are seeking a Sales Manager to lead our Tampa market—driving results, developing talent, and strengthening key partnerships across the region.

What You’ll Do

• Lead a team serving foodservice operators across commercial & Noncommercial establishments
• Build distributor partnerships to accelerate manufacturer growth
• Own strategy for key accounts (“Market Makers”)
• Execute sales plans and elevate team performance

Key Responsibilities

• Set priorities and align the team to market goals
• Coach, develop, and hold team accountable to KPIs
• Manage key account strategy to maximize Market Maker impact
• Lead performance checkins and evaluations
• Coordinate meetings, trainings, and market events
• Partner with manufacturers, distributors, and operators
• Model and reinforce FSE Core Values

Location & Travel

Based in the Tampa market with overall responsibility for the Largo-based office, facilities, and team environment. Regular in-market travel with occasional overnight travel.

Qualifications for Success

• Strong communicator and relationship builder
• Proven ability to influence and drive results
• Experience leading and developing teams
• Selfmotivated with strong problemsolving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; CRM a plus

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company participation
• PTO and company holidays
• Career growth and development opportunities
• Highenergy, teamfirst culture
• Exposure to a dynamic foodservice industry

Equal Opportunity Employer

Food Sales East is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.