Now Hiring - 1440 Foods - Regional Sales Manager - DSD - Texas or Florida in Houston, TX

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At 1440 Foods, we're on a mission to energize people to unleash their full potential with a portfolio of great-tasting, high-protein snacks and supplements. Our brands Pure Protein, Body Fortress, MET-Rx, and FITCrunch make better nutrition accessible, enjoyable, and part of an active lifestyle. As a fast-growing sports and active nutrition company, we are shaping the future of health and wellness in CPG. If you're looking to make a big impact in a high-growth, entrepreneurial environment, we'd love to have you on board! Position Overview: We are seeking a Regional Sales Manager - DSD to lead field execution and distributor performance across a multi-state territory. This role will be responsible for driving case sales, increasing brand visibility, and building strong distributor and retail partnerships. This is a field-based leadership role requiring hands-on involvement in retail execution, team development, and distributor accountability. The ideal candidate will bring deep experience in Direct Store Delivery (DSD) route-to- market models, retail activation, and field sales leadership in the beverage or CPG space. Ideal candidates for this role will be located in Texas or Florida. Job Responsibilities: * Build and execute regional business plans that align with national strategies and goals * Develop and manage a high-performing distributor network to drive sales volume and retail excellence * Hold DSD partners accountable through performance tracking, sales targets, and regular business reviews * Strengthen retailer relationships by delivering value-added support, insights, and activation plans * Partner with field marketing to execute events, retail programs, and brand activations that grow awareness and trial * Conduct regular market visits to assess execution, identify opportunities, and ensure brand standards are upheld * Analyze sales data to track performance, create forecasts, and generate actionable insights for leadership * Support the launch of innovation with sales forecasting, distributor education, and in-market retail support * Lead training, development, and performance management for field sales team members * Manage regional budgets and oversee program execution in compliance with company standards *Qualifications & Skills: * Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field * 6+ years of sales experience in the beverage or CPG industry, including people management and DSD distribution leadership * Strong understanding of retail execution, merchandising, and route-to-market strategies * Proven ability to drive results through distributor engagement, retail partnerships, and sales team leadership * Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills * Proficiency in Excel, CRM systems, and sales reporting tools * Demonstrated ability to analyze performance data and make insight-driven decisions * Willingness to travel extensively within the assigned region * A passion for wellness, performance-driven brands, and field-based sales execution Why Join Us? * Opportunity to lead a critical function in a growing mid-size CPG company. * Collaborative and entrepreneurial work culture. * Competitive compensation and benefits package. * Career development and growth opportunities. If you are a results-oriented sales leader with a passion for DSD excellence and driving retail performance, we invite you to apply and join our team!