District Sales Manager

High School Diploma or equivalent with 5+ years related experience in sales in the food service industry
Proven leadership abilities, analytical skills, excellent communication skills and prior management experience of commissioned sales professionals
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office products (specifically Excel, Word, and Powerpoint)
Ability to travel throughout assigned geographic or account-based territory to support sales group and call on regular and prospective customers to solicit orders and provide ongoing sales support.

Monitor daily sales activity in assigned area/territory
Maintain positive relationships and interact regularly with customers and prospective customers within assigned district
Review territory sales analysis for trends and escalate issues accordingly
Select, train and develop an effective and efficient staff
Interview candidates for open positions and make hiring decisions
Establish and communicate performance metrics, standards and objectives; conduct performance reviews
Recommend salary adjustments, promotions, transfers, disciplinary action, dismissals and terminations
Train & develop staff and counsel employees on educational and job opportunities which will enhance their career development
Coach and counsel employees on performance issues
Conduct periodic meetings with staff to keep them informed of current problems, changes and new developments in the department and company
Administer all policies and procedures set forth by DON
Monitor district/territory work productivity and recommend and/or implement changes to improve work productivity based on goals and objectives
Plan, schedule, and assign workloads, and coordinate workflow and procedures to maximize service
Cross train staff to maximize productivity and provide coverage of all functions
Keep Manager informed of activities and problems within assigned area of responsibility; refer matters beyond limits of authority and expertise to manager for direction
Perform other duties as assigned.