Description
We are seeking an experienced General Sales Manager to lead our sales team in the Illinois region. As a General Sales Manager, you will be responsible for managing a highly capable team to ensure operational objectives are met or exceeded and sales and distribution targets are flawlessly executed to standard.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading, coaching, and developing a team to achieve sales and distribution targets
- Establishing clear expectations, providing timely and candid feedback, and recognizing behaviors and results that reflect Red Bull standards
- Managing operating processes and expenses to deliver targeted profitability
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop and execute programs
- Serving as a cultural champion who models Red Bull values and reinforces the behaviors and ways of working expected across the profit center
- Building a diverse team that reflects the marketplace and inspires team members through effective leadership
Requirements:
- 8+ years of experience in Direct Store Delivery (DSD) management, including a proven track record of meeting or exceeding assigned sales objectives
- Key account management experience on a district, regional, and national level
- A proven track record of motivating and building a successful sales team and promoting initiatives that build and create strong trade partnerships
- Strong leadership skills to provide mentoring, training, or corrective feedback
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including preparing presentation materials and presenting information one-on-one and in a group
- Strong computer skills in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
- Demonstrated analytical and organizational skills
- Previous P&L experience and an understanding of computer ordering systems and other IT systems
- English; additional languages an advantage