Now Hiring - District Sales Manager in Peoria, IL

Summary

Implements and administers all policies and procedures related to Sales, to include the direct and indirect supervision of Sales Representatives and Merchandisers within the assigned operating district of SAS. Seeks out new business opportunities to grow sales volume and increase profitability. Maintains a regular call frequency on chain accounts within specified region of SAS.

Essential Functions

• Seeks out new business opportunities to grow sales volume and increase profitability.
• Nurtures a full partnership relationship between SAS and its customers.
• Conducts regular “ride-a-longs” with Sales Representatives to evaluate performance and ensure the SAS sales call process standards are being met.
• Conducts regular sales meetings.
• Maintains sales standards by district, sales representative, and account.
• Responsible for the implementation of sales policies and procedures throughout the assigned district.
• Ensures that duties, responsibilities, authority, and accountability of all subordinates are defined and understood.
• Maintains an on‑going liaison between SAS, its Sales Representatives, and customers.

Competencies

• Must have ability to travel extensively.
• Must show confidence and self‑assurance in sales presentation.
• Must have a participative management style and be an advocate of team concept.
• Must be computer literate (Microsoft Office, Internet & Cellular/Wireless devices.)

Supervisory Responsibility

• Directly responsible for all sales within the assigned geographical territory, including but not limited to, regional and local chains.
• Internal peers include all other Managers within the company. External peers include other Manager‑level sales executives.
• Customer merchandising and program implementation.
• Staff scheduling.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This is largely a traveling position with stops as necessary at customer locations and meetings with sales personnel. However, there will be some office time. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand, use the computer, etc.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Hours listed are general hours and may be altered as needed. Additional hours may be required to fulfill job duties and position expectations.

Travel

Daily travel is expected for this position.

Education and Experience

• Must have the verbal, quantitative, and interpersonal skills normally acquired through the completion of a Bachelor's Degree.
• Must have a minimum of five years direct sales and management experience with emphasis on national and regional accounts.
• Must have extensive experience in direct supervision of sales personnel.

S. Abraham & Sons, Inc. is a privately held company that has been in business since 1927. We have a footprint in the Midwest from Michigan to Kentucky and from Wisconsin to Pennsylvania. We employ over 120 associates on our sales and merchandising team. SAS is a customer focused organization and we believe our sales employees add great value in putting our customers first.

• Daily pay (up to 50% of net pay per day)
• Childcare reimbursement
• Gym membership reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $250/credit hour)
• Veteran friendly employer
• Consistent work
• Paid holidays, paid military leave, paid jury duty
• Full benefit package; affordable health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) match, Paid Time Off, company paid short-term disability & life insurance, and Telemedicine options.
• Wellness Program (maximum earning $30/pay period)
• Discounts on groceries and other products (Employee Purchase Program)

Equal Employment Policy

The Company's hiring and employment practices are based on job qualifications, performance, and/or conduct without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, height, weight, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Compensation package:

• Bonus pay
• Commission pay
• Performance bonus

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Sales management: 4 years (Required)
• Outside sales: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: On the road