Now Hiring - Sixteen Bricks Artisan Bakehouse - Sales Manager: National Accounts & Distribution in Cincinnati, OH

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Position Overview & Responsibilities Sales Managers at Sixteen Bricks are responsible for developing and executing sales strategies to increase revenue and promote company growth. The National Accounts & Distribution Sales Manager will lead the business in building a robust network of national accounts and expanding our distribution footprint across the United States. This role is critical to positioning Sixteen Bricks as a premier artisan bread supplier for food wholesalers, grocery chains, and restaurant networks nationwide. * Key responsibilities include*: * Develop and execute strategies to build nationwide distribution channels, focusing on high-volume accounts and long-term partnerships. * Lead efforts to secure and manage national accounts, including contract negotiations, pricing structures, and service agreements. * Utilize a working knowledge of cold chain logistics to ensure product integrity and timely delivery across multiple regions. * Leverage proven experience and existing connections within food wholesaling, grocery, and restaurant networks to accelerate growth. * Identify and implement scalable sales strategies to meet aggressive revenue targets. * Monitor performance metrics and report KPIs to leadership regularly. * Collaborate with operations and logistics teams to optimize distribution processes and maintain quality standards. * Characteristics & Competencies * 10+ years of experience in national sales or distribution, preferably in food or hospitality industries. * Strong network of contacts in wholesale, grocery, and restaurant sectors. * Expertise in cold chain logistics and large-scale distribution. * Strategic thinker with proven ability to execute growth initiatives. * Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills. * Familiarity with CRM tools and advanced sales reporting. * Willingness to travel if needed across the U.S. This is a full-time salaried position with in-person business hours generally expected M-F. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required to meet business needs. Base salary ranges from $50,000-$60,000 annually. A commission plan will be provided, and successful candidates can expect total earnings of $80,000-$140,000 annually based on performance. This employee will be eligible for majority employer-paid health insurance and other voluntary coverage within 60 days of hire, paid holidays starting day one, and PTO/sick time accrual upon hire.