Manager, District Sales
Top Benefits
About the role
Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. Here's a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...
District Sales Manager - South Okanagan
Are you seeking a challenging and fun position with a leading foodservice distribution company? Do you have strong leadership and coaching skills?
There's a seat at our table for you...
- This position will be located in the South Okanagan area
**This position offers annual compensation of $120,000 to $140,000 in British Columbia, commensurate with experience**
What We Offer
- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and EFAP Benefits after 30 days of employment
- Comprehensive customizable benefits program to suit you and your family's needs, including dental, vision, prescription drugs and extended health coverage
- Company-matched retirement program
- Annual bonus and profit sharing
- Gordon Food Service product discounts
- Employee appreciation events
- A 127-plus years legacy of family culture, offering opportunities for advancement.
What You Would Do
- Leading, developing, mentoring and managing a team of Sales Representatives
- Assisting Sales Representatives with contract negotiations and pricing strategies to grow territories
- Financial management of the territory, including factors such as cost, profitability and managing of the sales operating budget
- Implementing best practices that translate into improved customer service
- Providing employee development through ongoing training
- Offering flawless service to our customers
- Responsible for determining the territory potential for existing customers, competitor accounts and new business in the South Okanagan region
- Setting territory and individual goals for overall sales, product line sales and account profitability
- Participating in food shows, sales meetings and sales promotions
Does this sound like you?
- Possess 5+ years of senior experience in food-related sales and customer service.
- Proven leadership skills, with a strong focus on coaching and development
- Have demonstrated an attitude that contributes to employee engagement and a positive culture
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Exceptional conflict resolution, negotiation, and objection-handling skills
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize
- Strong analytical skills and presentation skills
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability.
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talentcanada@gfs.com and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
About Gordon Food Service
We’ve grown to become the largest family-operated broadline food service distributor in North America by upholding the same business approach since 1897—being passionately committed to the people we serve. We believe in the power of good food—to bring people together and make moments special. Every product, every order, and every decision we make is inspired by the people on the other side of the plate.
We distribute to foodservice operators throughout the Midwest, Northeast, Southeast and Southwest regions of the U.S. and coast to coast in Canada.
Our company also operates more than 170 Gordon Food Service Stores, which are open to the public and provide the benefits of restaurant-quality products and friendly, knowledgeable service. Gordon Food Service Stores do not charge a membership fee.
Gordon Food Service Stores are the primary supplier for many small foodservice operators, including: restaurants, churches, daycare providers, caterers, event planners, and other small businesses.
We offer a broad range of employment opportunities throughout our corporate offices, distribution centers, and retail stores. We have a strong commitment to our employees and foster an environment that promotes internal growth, training, and career development opportunities.
Gordon Food Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Manager, District Sales
Top Benefits
About the role
Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. Here's a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...
District Sales Manager - South Okanagan
Are you seeking a challenging and fun position with a leading foodservice distribution company? Do you have strong leadership and coaching skills?
There's a seat at our table for you...
- This position will be located in the South Okanagan area
**This position offers annual compensation of $120,000 to $140,000 in British Columbia, commensurate with experience**
What We Offer
- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and EFAP Benefits after 30 days of employment
- Comprehensive customizable benefits program to suit you and your family's needs, including dental, vision, prescription drugs and extended health coverage
- Company-matched retirement program
- Annual bonus and profit sharing
- Gordon Food Service product discounts
- Employee appreciation events
- A 127-plus years legacy of family culture, offering opportunities for advancement.
What You Would Do
- Leading, developing, mentoring and managing a team of Sales Representatives
- Assisting Sales Representatives with contract negotiations and pricing strategies to grow territories
- Financial management of the territory, including factors such as cost, profitability and managing of the sales operating budget
- Implementing best practices that translate into improved customer service
- Providing employee development through ongoing training
- Offering flawless service to our customers
- Responsible for determining the territory potential for existing customers, competitor accounts and new business in the South Okanagan region
- Setting territory and individual goals for overall sales, product line sales and account profitability
- Participating in food shows, sales meetings and sales promotions
Does this sound like you?
- Possess 5+ years of senior experience in food-related sales and customer service.
- Proven leadership skills, with a strong focus on coaching and development
- Have demonstrated an attitude that contributes to employee engagement and a positive culture
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Exceptional conflict resolution, negotiation, and objection-handling skills
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize
- Strong analytical skills and presentation skills
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted. Gordon Food Service is an equal opportunity employer who strives to provide an inclusive work environment that involves everyone and embraces the diverse talent of its people. All qualified applicants and employees will receive consideration for employment, or in terms or conditions of employment, without regard to any enumerated or analogous grounds of discrimination, including race, religious beliefs, colour, gender, gender identity, gender expression, physical disability, mental disability, age, ancestry, place of origin, marital status, source of income, family status, sexual orientation or status as a qualified individual with disability.
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talentcanada@gfs.com and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
About Gordon Food Service
We’ve grown to become the largest family-operated broadline food service distributor in North America by upholding the same business approach since 1897—being passionately committed to the people we serve. We believe in the power of good food—to bring people together and make moments special. Every product, every order, and every decision we make is inspired by the people on the other side of the plate.
We distribute to foodservice operators throughout the Midwest, Northeast, Southeast and Southwest regions of the U.S. and coast to coast in Canada.
Our company also operates more than 170 Gordon Food Service Stores, which are open to the public and provide the benefits of restaurant-quality products and friendly, knowledgeable service. Gordon Food Service Stores do not charge a membership fee.
Gordon Food Service Stores are the primary supplier for many small foodservice operators, including: restaurants, churches, daycare providers, caterers, event planners, and other small businesses.
We offer a broad range of employment opportunities throughout our corporate offices, distribution centers, and retail stores. We have a strong commitment to our employees and foster an environment that promotes internal growth, training, and career development opportunities.
Gordon Food Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status.