Join Ecolab'sGlobalFood Retail Servicesdivision as aDistrict Managerin the Eastern Area market. Global Food Retail Services delivers a comprehensive cleaning and food safety program developed specifically for the food retail industry, partnering with our customers to identify food safety risks and help prevent the spread of foodborne illnesses.
TheDistrict Manageris responsible for developing and managing a group of field associates in all field sales activities in the assigned district. The District Manager is in charge of growing sales and retaining existing customers by providing excellent service; gaining new sales through new products and new customers and providing the field associates with the proper training on food safety and sanitation to ensure they conduct high quality surveys/audits.
What's in it For You:
The opportunity to take on some of the world's most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments
Work with the world's most recognized and iconic brands
The ability to make an impact with a company focused on growth that is passionate about your career development
Paid training program where you will learn from subject matter experts with proven success
Enjoy a flexible, independent work environment
Receive a non-decaled company vehicle for business and personal use
Comprehensive benefits package starting day 1 of employment - medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), company paid pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement and more!
What You Will Do:
Coaches and trains a team of field associates through formal training programs and informal conversations to foster the learning and development of the field associates
Responds to daily requests and needs of a team of field associates
Recruits, hires and retains qualified associates
Trains and coordinates the onboarding process for the new hires
Accompanies field associates on field visits within territories and required intervals
Demonstrates proper procedures involved with auditing, repairing, replacing and installing equipment.
Develops individual development plans with each assigned field associate
Discusses any performance concerns and expected improvements with field associates
Plans and assists in new store rollouts/installs as required
Communicates goals, objectives, successes, competitive strategies, customer requirements and product information to the field associates
Recognizes and rewards individual and team achievement effectively.
Demonstrates knowledge of district objectives and the business plan to achieve goals
Retains customers through creating high customer satisfaction and provides customers with the necessary resources
Resolves customer issues and problems efficiently and effectively
Addresses customer concerns and follows up regularly
Completes store visits when territories are vacant or as needed within the district
Utilizes internal reports to drive business results and make district decision
Manage assets for the district such as vehicles, tools, equipment, parts, and office equipment
Manages expenses for the district's meetings, travel, equipment and repair parts, field stock, and samples
Position Details:
This position is based in: Evansville, IN, Saint Louis, MO or Nashville, TN
Manage a team of 12 field associates
30-40% overnight travel required
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree
5+ years general sales, sales, management and business management experience
Ability to work nights and weekends as needed
Ability to do overnight travel as needed
Must have a valid driver's license and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record
No Immigration Sponsorship available
Mechanical ability (plumbing, electrical and/or mechanical experience) and problem solving skills
Preferred Qualifications:
CP-FS Certification
ICFSM certification
Related industry experience - Food service experience
Benefits
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