Sales - District Sales Manager

Russell Cellular•New Braunfels, TX

5d•Onsite

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 locations in Kyle, New Braunfels, San Antonio (two locations), and Spring Branch, Texas. The role manages, influences, and supports store-based personnel to achieve company goals and objectives. The District Sales Manager also promotes stores and builds customer awareness in the local market, maintains knowledge of Russell Cellular and Verizon Wireless products and services, and fosters strong relationships with Verizon personnel. The manager must be capable of performing the duties of any position in the reporting chain as needed. Russell Cellular is a Verizon Authorized Retailer that has been in business since 1993. The company describes its mission as providing the best wireless experience to every customer, every time, and offers uncapped earning potential and advancement opportunities. The company states that it is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Requirements

Three years of retail sales experience.
One year of management experience; multi-unit experience preferred.
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 with 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 or is willing to relocate within the area of the stores being managed.

Nice To Haves

Multi-unit management experience.

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 to achieve 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.