Manager, District Sales

Gordon Food Service • Nanaimo, BC

5d • CA$110,000 - CA$140,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you... Are you seeking a challenging and fun position with a leading foodservice distribution company? Do you have strong leadership and coaching skills? There's a seat at our table for you... This position will be servicing the North Vancouver Island area. This role is based out of Nanaimo, BC, and requires regular travel to various North Island communities. This position offers annual compensation of $110,000 to $140,000 in British Columbia, commensurate with experience.

Requirements

• Possess 5+ years of senior experience in food-related sales and customer service.
• Proven leadership skills, with a strong focus on coaching and development
• Have demonstrated an attitude that contributes to employee engagement and a positive culture
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Exceptional conflict resolution, negotiation, and objection-handling skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize
• Strong analytical skills and presentation skills

Responsibilities

• Leading, developing, mentoring and managing a team of Sales Representatives
• Assisting Sales Representatives with contract negotiations, pricing and developing customer relationships.
• Financial management of the territory, including factors such as cost, profitability, pricing and managing of the sales operating budget
• Implementing best practices that translate into improved customer service.
• Providing employee development, flawless service to our customers, and maintaining exceptional customer relations
• Responsible for determining the territory potential for existing customers, competitor accounts and new business in the Lower Mainland.
• Setting territory and individual goals for overall sales, product line sales and account profitability
• Participating in food shows, sales meetings and sales promotions

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and EFAP Benefits after 30 days of employment
• Comprehensive customizable benefits program to suit you and your family's needs, including dental, vision, prescription drugs and extended health coverage
• Company-matched retirement program
• Annual bonus and profit sharing
• Gordon Food Service product discounts
• Employee appreciation events
• A 127-plus years legacy of family culture, offering opportunities for advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed