Director of Sales

Sales DirectorA Sales Director is responsible for leading and directing all aspects of their assigned geographic area. This person will be required to live near the New Stanton, PA area. Develops and directs sales plans, forecasts, and goals designed to increase sales, profits, market share and minimize expenses. Ensure sales activities are aligned with UNFI's Building Out the Store objective and keep senior management informed of critical items. Creates and maintains business relationships within a core customer base. Develop short and long-term business plans for strategic accounts, ensuring that both existing and potential businesses fit within the company's strategic goals for sales, profits, and market presence. Directs market development strategies for the assigned territory. They collaborate with their teams to achieve the objective of Building Out the Store.Job Responsibilities:Area Management & Sales Planning (25%)Directs all aspects of sales, expenses, and profit margin for assigned geography.Oversees development of a comprehensive Joint Business Plan (JBP) for each strategic and core account.Deliver Area Results (30%)Responsible for sales and profit margin results for the assigned territory.Drives strategy to increase sales and profit margin across products and services.Prepare sales and expense budget for assigned area accounts.Drives proactively the company's initiatives to ensure the success of the customer. Focus efforts on sales and profit growth.Analyze and develop plans based on environmental and competitive conditions, customer needs, and market trends.Manage Relationships (20%)Cultivate and build networks to gain industry knowledge, which can lead to prospective salesDevelop strategic relationships with customersDirect and support the development of programs relative to customer needs and retentionManage Execution (10%)Leads and inspires a cross-functional team of resources to ensure account goals are achieved. Works collaboratively with Merchandising and Services leaders to ensure department sales specialists are supporting area goals.Ensure that existing accounts are serviced in accordance with UNFI standardsAllocate resources to ensure support to accomplish UNFI's Building Out the Store objectiveProvide Direction & Manage People (15%)Lead team members within assigned area through effective objective setting, delegation, and communicationManage sales team members to established metrics.Responsible for mentoring current and new team members within assigned area.Develop sales strategies and account planning to exceed sales and profit margin goalsPerforms other duties as assigned.Job Requirements:Education/ Certifications:Bachelor's degree strongly preferredExperience:7+ years success in sales/account management5+ years of people management experienceExperience in developing and carrying out business plans, sales plans, and commission programsDemonstrated experience and knowledge base of Strategic and Core Account Management principles and philosophiesUnderstanding and knowledge of company productsWorking knowledge of sales forecasting, programs, promotions and related techniquesWorking knowledge of Profit and Loss StatementsProficiency in Microsoft Office SuiteWorking knowledge of margin and company profitabilityExperience managing and developing people for sales positionsKnowledge/Skills/ AbilitiesStrong leadership and management skills.Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skillsAbility to interact at all levels of businessAbility to manage and coordinate multiple projects and teamsDemonstrated ability to drive new business and close salesExcellent customer service skills, problem-solving, attention to detail, and organizational skillsGood judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available.Work Environment:Remote Role:This position is classified as remote where the associate will perform remote work from their primary residence. Remote associates are welcome to work from the office but are not required to do so. While remote associates are not required to work from an office on a regular basis, they may be required to come to the office or other UNFI locations for necessary business reasons or if directed to do so by their manager.Travel (major):Travel is required up to 50% for this position.Physical Environment/Demands:Office Roles:Most work is performed in a temperature-controlled office environment.Incumbent may sit for long periods of time at a desk or computer terminal.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.Incumbent may use calculators, keyboards, telephones, and other office equipment in the course of a normal workday.Stooping, bending, twisting, and reaching may be required in the completion of job duties.The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work performed by the employees assigned to this job. All employees must comply with Company policy and applicable laws. The responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified may vary within each department and/or location.UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.Company: UNFI Wholesale Inc.Compensation:UNFI anticipates paying the above-referenced pay rate (or within the above-referenced pay range) for this position. Actual Pay, where applicable, will depend on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education, experience, training, and any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements. UNFI is committed to transparency in pay in compliance with applicable state/provincial and local laws.Benefits:For Washington positions (or positions that may be performed remotely from Washington), Click HERE for Washington-specific paid time off details.Candidates hired into this position will also be eligible to participate in the following benefits programs: Paid Time Off; Sick Time; paid holidays and parental leave; 401K Program (or retirement savings plan if in Canada); medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death/dismemberment insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance program, Flexible Spending Account and/or Health Savings Account (U.S. only), subject to meeting the eligibility requirements and the terms and conditions of these programs, and subject to any requirements under applicable collective bargaining agreements.Sales Positions Only: For sales positions that are commission-based, the above range is an estimate of total potential commission-based compensation during an associate's first year, but UNFI offers an introductory period minimum of $680