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District Sales Manager

3/2/2026

The District Sales Manager is responsible for leading, coaching, and developing the sales team within a territory to drive sales growth, gross profit, and manage accounts receivable performance. This role involves executing the regional sales plan, strengthening relationships with key customers, and identifying new business opportunities.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

201-500 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Since 1975, Panos Foods has provided quality national brand and exclusive brand products and unparalleled customer service to foodservice establishments in the Chicagoland area. https://secure.acsevents.org/site/SPageServer?pagename=strides_donate_now&PROXY_TYPE=22&PROXY_ID=2706166&FR_ID=105606
About the Role

Description

Christ Panos Foods is seeking a strong, hands-on District Sales Manager to lead and grow our sales team within an assigned territory. This role is responsible for driving sales growth, gross profit, and accounts receivable performance while developing and supporting a high performing sales team.

Position Overview

The District Sales Manager supervises Sales Representatives, executes the regional sales plan, and works directly with key customers to strengthen relationships and expand business. This position requires regular time in the field coaching reps, supporting major accounts, and identifying new opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead, coach, and develop Sales Representatives
  • Oversee hiring, training, and performance management
  • Conduct monthly sales meetings focused on product knowledge and sales strategy
  • Achieve district sales and gross profit targets
  • Monitor and manage accounts receivable performance
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with major accounts
  • Identify new business opportunities and grow existing accounts
  • Address customer concerns quickly and professionally
  • Track competitive activity and market trends
  • Operate within approved budget guidelines

Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
  • Short- and Long-term Disability 
  • Company paid life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match and profit sharing 
  • Paid time off and holidays 

Requirements

Qualifications

  • 4 to 6 years of foodservice sales experience
  • Prior supervisory or team lead experience required
  • Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales goals
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel within the district


Key Skills
Sales GrowthGross Profit ManagementAccounts Receivable ManagementTeam LeadershipSales CoachingHiringTrainingPerformance ManagementSales StrategyRelationship BuildingNew Business DevelopmentCustomer Concern ResolutionMarket Trend AnalysisBudget ManagementCommunicationOrganization
Categories
SalesManagement & LeadershipFood & Beverage
Benefits
Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceShort Term DisabilityLong Term DisabilityCompany Paid Life Insurance401k Retirement Plan With Company MatchProfit SharingPaid Time OffHolidays
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