Now Hiring - SkillSetGroup, LLC - District Sales Manager - Food Industry preferred in Santa Barbara, CA

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Position Summary: Oversees the daily operations and performance of the sales team within an assigned district. Contributes to the development of regional sales strategies and is responsible for meeting sales targets, maximizing profitability, and managing accounts receivable for their area. Acts as a collaborative team player across the department and organization, stepping in as needed to support business objectives and ensure company success. Job Order Details: Job Title: District Sales Manager Pay Rate: $120-$150k + Bonus, someone with NO foodservice experience it would be $130k/yr. + bonus. DIRECT HIRE OPPORTUNITY Shift: Run own schedule 8:00 am - 5:00 pm or 9:00 am - 6:00 pm South of Paso Robles, in or north of Ventura, or as far east as Bakersfield or Santa Clarita. _ (Good mid-point would be Santa Barbara / Goleta area.) _ Qualifications: * Must have 4-6 years of sales experience in a supervisory or team lead capacity (6-10 years preferred). * Supervise and lead a team of (10) sales associates within a designated territory, ensuring alignment with sales targets, profitability, and accounts receivable goals. * Recruit, train, coach, and manage sales team performance, hold regular meetings to reinforce product knowledge, sales strategies, and company policies. * Maintain district operations within set budgetary guidelines while driving revenue growth. * Build strong relationships with customers, vendors, and internal departments to support long-term business partnerships and customer satisfaction. * Respond promptly and professionally to customer issues, complaints, and emergencies, ensuring resolution and maintaining service standards. * Oversee and develop key accounts, manage sales pipelines, and process customer rebates and incentive programs. * Monitor competitor activity and market trends to adjust sales strategies accordingly. * Represent the company at trade shows, industry events, and client meetings to promote business growth. * Requires a high school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, or a related field preferred). * Valid driver's license required for travel within the assigned district. * Bilingual a HIGHLY preferred. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Experience: * Sales management: 4 years (Preferred) Ability to Commute: * Santa Barbara, CA 93117 (Required) Ability to Relocate: * Santa Barbara, CA 93117: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person