Sales Manager - Tampa

Job Description

Job Description

Food Sales East (FSE) is a growing foodservice sales agency representing leading manufacturers across the Southeast. We operate with integrity, a strong work ethic, and a team-first mindset—focused on serving our partners, giving back, and driving meaningful growth.

We are seeking a Sales Manager to lead our Tampa market—driving results, developing talent, and strengthening key partnerships across the region.

• Lead a team serving foodservice operators across commercial & Noncommercial establishments
• Build distributor partnerships to accelerate manufacturer growth
• Own strategy for key accounts (“Market Makers”)
• Execute sales plans and elevate team performance
Key Responsibilities
• Set priorities and align the team to market goals
• Coach, develop, and hold team accountable to KPIs
• Manage key account strategy to maximize Market Maker impact
• Lead performance checkins and evaluations
• Coordinate meetings, trainings, and market events
• Partner with manufacturers, distributors, and operators
• Model and reinforce FSE Core Values
Location & Travel

Based in the Tampa market with overall responsibility for the Largo-based office, facilities, and team environment. Regular in-market travel with occasional overnight travel.

Qualifications for Success
• Strong communicator and relationship builder
• Proven ability to influence and drive results
• Experience leading and developing teams
• Selfmotivated with strong problemsolving skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; CRM a plus
What We Offer
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company participation
• PTO and company holidays
• Career growth and development opportunities
• Highenergy, teamfirst culture
• Exposure to a dynamic foodservice industry
Equal Opportunity Employer

Food Sales East is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.