Regional Sales Manager

Regional Sales ManagerWhen you join Suburban Propane, you become a part of a dynamic company that has been serving its employees and customers for over 90 years. We have an excellent opportunity for a Region Sales and Business Development Manager to support our VA, NC, SC, TN & GA markets.As a Region Sales and Business Development Manager, you will develop objectives and programs for marketing and sales activities of local branches, called Customer Service Centers (CSCs), within your market. Working with Region Management, you will plan, direct, and coordinate the efforts of marketing and sales programs to maintain and improve the company's competitive position.If you have an entrepreneurial mindset, tactful negotiation skills and the ability to incorporate business strategy into key deliverables, then we invite you to apply to join our growing team and be a part of our next 90 years.Manage a team of Regional Sales Representatives to attain targeted sales goals which includes recruitment and selection, performance management, and training.Develop and implement an overall Region marketing strategy that is aligned with national corporate objectives.Design and execute marketing and communications programs at the Region level designed to attract new customers and retain and expand relationships with existing customers.Work closely with CSC Managers, providing them with the necessary training and support to implement successful local promotions. Help develop and implement product and service promotional programs, uniform CSC appearance policies and procedures, point of sale materials, and merchandising programs.Perform market research activities and identify appropriate product mix and pricing strategies.Identify growth opportunities and develop market penetration strategies in new and existing markets.Work closely with the corporate Marketing Department to determine the most effective advertising/media mix for each local market. Implement corporate initiatives to increase brand name awareness.Provide leadership for the development of residential and commercial sales opportunities in your market (i.e., builder realtor relationships and business networks, participating in community activities, bid development for large businesses, etc.).This position requires up to 50% travel.Why join the Suburban Propane team? Because we care about the physical, mental, and financial wellbeing of our employees and provide them with competitive pay plus incentive potential and an outstanding benefits package including:Medical, dental, and vision (eligibility after just 30 days of employment)Paid time off that increases with tenureA 401(k) with company match and immediate vestingA new employee training program and many opportunities for continued learning and career developmentDisability and life insuranceEmployee recognition programGenerous tuition assistance programPropane discountsFor eligibility, the number of days provided under our PTO plan, and other information about benefits please visit: 's Degree in Business/Marketing or equivalent experienceMinimum of 5 years of marketing experience, or sales experience with strong marketing orientationExperience in a national consumer marketing environment with a branch/retail outlet system preferredApplications will be accepted until the position is filled.As part of our pre-employment hiring process, background checks and drug screens are performed.At Suburban Propane, we know that our strength comes from our diverse and inclusive team of employees who make a difference in the communities we serve across the country every day. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all applicants for employment without regard to an individual's age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, color, creed, religion, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, handicap, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other category protected under federal, state or local law, regulation, or ordinance.