District Sales Leader

PepsiCo • Cedar Rapids, IA

2d

About The Position

We are PepsiCo Sales. We are game changers, mountain movers and history makers. We are a diverse group, spread among 200 countries and united by a shared set of values and goals. That’s why we Perform with Purpose. Together, we blaze new trails, succeed, celebrate and never settle for second best. At PepsiCo, we’re committed to performing well as individuals and in teams, to strengthen the company as a whole.
Are you hungry to be a part of the World’s largest portfolio of billion dollar food and beverage brands? Then now is the time to explore the Possibilities of PepsiCo.
Frito Lay is PepsiCo’s snack manufacturing, sales and distribution operating unit. They have the world’s largest portfolio of billion dollar foods and are specifically responsible for the growth of some of America’s favorite snack foods, including FRITOS®, LAY’S®, DORITOS®, CHEETOS®, AND TOSTITOS®.
The District Sales Leader will have responsibility for all aspects of managing a sales district comprised of 10-25 Route Sales Representatives (RSR’s) and will lead a lead a $5-15 Million dollar business.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• A minimum of 2 years leading a team of frontline employees
• Consumer packaged goods experience in a Direct Store Delivery environment preferred
• Ability to motivate yourself and others while delivering excellent communication, negotiation, influencing, and follow up skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point)
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must meet DOT & Fleet qualifications
• Safe driving record strongly preferred
• Able and willing to lift up to 40 lbs. periodically
• This position is limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States

Responsibilities

• Effectively develop, build and maintain positive relationships with customers (store management) while growing sales/selling in/executing sales programs and initiatives.
• Lead district meetings focused on a plan to achieve sales objectives and goals.
• Conduct coaching with your route sales reps to discuss performance, selling and customer service skills.
• Coach your team to successfully sell against baseline and promotional opportunities.
• Develop sales strategies through collecting and interpreting statistical data utilizing PepsiCo specific applications
• Partner with product supply team to build accurate forecasts based on promotions and historical performance to ensure product availability.
• Prepare and deliver sales presentations to customers as required.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including early mornings, evenings and/or weekends.

Benefits

• The expected compensation range for this position is between $66,900 - $111,950.
• Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
• Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 15% of annual salary paid out quarterly.
• Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
• In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan.
• This role is eligible for mileage reimbursement based on the PepsiCo Travel and Expense Policy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees