Sales - District Sales Manager

Russell Cellular•Shreveport, LA

About The Position

The District Sales Manager is responsible for driving sales and profitability across a district of 4 to 8 stores and 12 to 36 team members. The current district includes Bossier City, Minden, and two locations in Shreveport, Louisiana. The role manages, influences, and supports store personnel to achieve company goals and objectives, and leads, mentors, and coaches Wireless Sales Representatives and Store Managers to meet key performance indicators. The manager networks, recruits, and trains store personnel; shares feedback with the Regional Sales Manager and Corporate Office on marketing needs, product development, and pricing; promotes stores and builds local customer awareness; and develops knowledge of Russell Cellular and Verizon Wireless products and services. The role also fosters relationships with Verizon personnel and may perform the duties of other positions in the reporting chain as needed. Pay starts at $52,000 plus commission and bonuses. Russell Cellular describes uncapped earning potential and advancement opportunities.

Requirements

Three years of retail sales experience.
One year of management experience.
Proven leadership ability.
Experience coaching teams.
Experience hiring and training employees.
Willingness to learn and expand knowledge of Russell Cellular and Verizon Wireless products and services.
A proven track record of exceeding sales objectives.
Strong problem-solving and negotiation skills.
Strong organizational skills.
General office skills.
Competency using a PC, point-of-sale systems, email, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel.
Persuasive communication skills and the fortitude to sell and compete in the wireless industry.
Passion for technology and the wireless industry.
Ability to work independently and multitask to achieve team goals.
An inner drive to excel.
High energy, enthusiasm, and a motivated demeanor.
Professional appearance.
Lives within, or is willing to relocate to, the area of the stores being managed.

Nice To Haves

Multi-unit management experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Drive sales and profitability across a district of 4 to 8 stores and 12 to 36 team members.
Manage, influence, and support store-based personnel in achieving company goals and objectives.
Lead, mentor, and coach Wireless Sales Representatives and Store Managers to achieve key performance indicators.
Network, recruit, and train Wireless Sales Representatives and Store Managers.
Provide feedback to the Regional Sales Manager and Corporate Office concerning marketing needs, product development, and pricing.
Promote stores and build customer awareness in the local market.
Develop and maintain knowledge of Russell Cellular and Verizon Wireless services and products.
Develop and foster strong relationships with Verizon personnel.
Perform the job duties of positions in the reporting chain as needed.