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District Sales Manager

Role overview

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED (post-high school studies preferred)
  • Professional experience in Direct Sales Distribution (DSD)
  • Previous management experience in a DSD environment
  • DOT certification and ability to pass and maintain a DOT Medical Card with a minimum 1-year renewal

Responsibilities

  • Lead, coach, and support the team of RSRs in the district
  • Implement sales strategies, monitor performance using DSD reports
  • Oversee warehouse inventories and maintain inventory accuracy
  • Enforce compliance with DOT, fleet, and safety guidelines

Key facts

Other skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Microsoft Office
  • Communication
  • Collaboration
  • Decision Making

About the company

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Freudenberg Group

Plastics & Rubber Manufacturing

Freudenberg is a global technology group that strengthens its customers and society long-term through forward-looking innovations. Together with its partners, customers and research institutions, the Freudenberg Group develops leading-edge technologies and excellent products and services for about 40 markets and for thousands of applications: seals, vibration control components, technical textiles, filters, specialty chemicals, medical products and the most modern cleaning products. Strength of innovation, strong customer orientation, diversity, and team spirit are the cornerstones of the Group. The 170-year-old company holds strong to its core values: a commitment to excellence, reliability and pro-active, responsible action. In 2022, the Freudenberg Group employed more than 51,000 people in some 60 countries worldwide and generated sales of more than €11.7 billion. Learn more about us and visit our digital home at freudenberg.com and read the stories that make us Freudenberg.​ Visit and follow us at www.freudenberg.com https://www.instagram.com/freudenberg.group/ www.youtube.com/FreudenbergGroup www.facebook.com/freudenberggroup *** Netiquette *** We look forward to receiving your comments and posts. On behalf of all users, we ask for constructive contributions, mutual respect, courtesy and tolerance. All contributions will be checked and we reserve the right to delete contributions. This applies in particular to unlawful content, incorrect statements, advertising for third parties, spam or slander. In addition, we reserve the right to remove comments that are otherwise inappropriate or incorrect. Contributions made by external users do not necessarily reflect Freudenberg’s opinion. Please find our data protect information here: https://www.freudenberg.com/fileadmin/downloads/english/2020-11_DataProtectionInformation_SocialMedia_EN.pdf

Company details

Company typeXLarge
IndustryPlastics & Rubber Manufacturing
Company size10001

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Responsibilities:

Team Leadership and Communication:
Lead, coach, and support the team of RSRs in the district, ensuring effective communication regarding sales opportunities, promotions, safety updates, and company policies.
Sales Strategy Execution:
Implement sales strategies, monitor performance using DSD reports, and collaborate with the Regional Manager to identify opportunities for growth and cost reduction.
Warehouse and Inventory Management:
Oversee warehouse inventories, maintain inventory accuracy, and ensure compliance with warehouse processes and procedures.
Compliance and Safety:
Enforce compliance with DOT, fleet, and safety guidelines, reducing accidents and ensuring adherence to company standards.
Route Management and Coverage:
Develop and manage RSR route schedules, including PTO and open route coverage, ensuring seamless service delivery in the district.
Reporting and Documentation:
Complete and submit district-level reports, including sales performance and compliance updates.
Customer and Market Engagement:
Conduct market tours and ensure customer accounts meet company standards, identifying opportunities for improvement.
Employee Training and Development:
Train and develop employees to ensure they meet performance expectations and adhere to company policies.
Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams:
Work with the POG compliance team, upper management, and HR to align district activities with broader company goals.
Reset and Promotion Implementation:
Participate in and manage district-level reset projects and ensure proper execution of promotions at the store level.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED (post-high school studies preferred).
Professional experience in Direct Sales Distribution (DSD).
Previous management experience in a DSD environment.
DOT certification and ability to pass and maintain a DOT Medical Card with a minimum 1-year renewal.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and organizational tools.
Clean driving record and ability to operate DOT-certified trucks up to 16 feet in length.
Experience in route planning, inventory management, and sales operations.
Ability to travel and work independently, making informed business decisions.

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The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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