District Sales Manager - Las Vegas, NV at US Foods

North Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

US Foods Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Foodservice, DistributionIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Sales & Marketing or related field or equivalent experience
  • Current knowledge of industry trends and product developments that affect target markets
  • Ability to establish and maintain industry contacts that lead to prospective sales
  • Understanding and utilization of Sales Foundations tools and processes

Responsibilities

  • Oversee a group of Territory Managers (TMs) in selling Company products and services, and may also sell directly
  • Direct TMs in closing opportunities, penetrating existing accounts, and acquiring/developing new accounts within the district
  • Provide coaching, mentoring, and training to TMs to achieve profitable sales and case growth objectives
  • Lead TMs to achieve Division sales, penetration, and churn reduction objectives
  • Research, develop, and maintain long- and short-range sales plans; coach TMs in creating effective action plans to achieve AOP and Company goals
  • Direct TMs toward high-quality leads, assist in warming leads and closing, open new accounts, reduce churn, and highlight need for New Business Manager support
  • Submit and administer annual street sales operating plan and budget; review/approve expenses, credits, donations, contracts; track performance and identify gap closures
  • Leverage Sales Coordinator to reduce administrative tasks; resolve TM and customer issues; assist in leveraging other roles (e.g., Restaurant Operations Consultant, Menu Analyst) to grow account penetration and new accounts
  • Assist in coordinating product cuttings and demonstrations; develop sales and marketing strategies/proposals; conduct market research for customer needs
  • Communicate sales data to contribute to product/service planning; assist in planning district sales meetings and events with Marketing and Merchandising
  • Coach, train, and direct TMs to top account penetration and quality lead acquisition; create action plans for AOP and compensation goals; ensure TM accountability
  • Recruit, train, and mentor new hires and existing TMs; conduct field support sessions to observe and address coaching/development needs; evaluate and recommend training
  • Oversee, manage, and assess TM performance regularly; institute performance improvement or disciplinary measures as needed; assist with organizational skills, account strategies, and territory planning
  • Research and develop lists of potential customers; make targeted sales calls; develop relationships and follow up on leads with sales staff
  • Conduct periodic Customer Business Reviews to identify needs and relationship gaps
  • Assist in customer/delivery alignment and driver engagement
  • Oversee communication and execution of Company policies within the sales department
  • Ensure sales organization is appropriately staffed and managed to minimize turnover
  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned or required

Skills

Sales Management
Team Leadership
Coaching
Mentoring
Sales Planning
Budget Management
Market Research
Account Management
New Business Development
Product Demonstrations

US Foods

Food distribution for restaurants and healthcare

About US Foods

US Foods is a leading food distributor in America, providing a wide range of food products and services to restaurants, healthcare facilities, and other food service operators. The company offers over 350,000 products, including fresh produce and culinary equipment, and operates by purchasing food in bulk and selling it to clients while also offering services like culinary expertise and business consulting. With a strong logistics network that ensures timely deliveries, US Foods also supports clients with solutions like the "Make It Now" platform during challenging times. Additionally, the company is committed to social responsibility, having donated over $32 million in food and supplies for hunger relief during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Rosemont, IllinoisHeadquarters
1853Year Founded
$340.5KTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Food & Agriculture, ConsultingIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
Short-term and Long-term Disability
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Life Insurance
Flexible Work Hours

Risks

Potential E. coli contamination from Taylor Farms onions could harm US Foods' reputation.
$500 million senior notes issuance increases financial risk if debt obligations aren't met.
Expansion in Buda involves significant capital investment, risking financial strain.

Differentiation

US Foods offers over 350,000 diverse products to meet varied customer needs.
The 'Make It Now' platform aids clients in recovery and reopening efforts.
US Foods provides value-added services like culinary expertise and business consulting.

Upsides

Expansion in Buda, Texas, will create 165 new jobs by December 2026.
Flexible scheduling and seven-day delivery model enhance customer service.
Advancements in cold chain logistics improve perishable food distribution efficiency.

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