** This position will be servicing the North Vancouver Island area. This role is based out of Nanaimo, BC, and requires regular travel to various North Island communities. **This position offers annual compensation of $110,000 to $140,000 in British Columbia, commensurate with experience** **What We Offer: ** • Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and EFAP Benefits after 30 days of employment • Comprehensive customizable benefits program to suit you and your family's needs, including dental, vision, prescription drugs and extended health coverage • Company-matched retirement program • Annual bonus and profit sharing • Gordon Food Service product discounts • Employee appreciation events • A 127-plus years legacy of family culture, offering opportunities for advancement. **What you would do:** • Leading, developing, mentoring and managing a team of Sales Representatives • Assisting Sales Representatives with contract negotiations, pricing and developing customer relationships. • Financial management of the territory, including factors such as cost, profitability, pricing and managing of the sales operating budget • Implementing best practices that translate into improved customer service. • Providing employee development, flawless service to our customers, and maintaining exceptional customer relations • Responsible for determining the territory potential for existing customers, competitor accounts and new business in the Lower Mainland. • Setting territory and individual goals for overall sales, product line sales and account profitability • Participating in food shows, sales meetings and sales promotions **Does this sound like you?** • Possess 5+ years of senior experience in food-related sales and customer service. • Proven leadership skills, with a strong focus on coaching and development • Have demonstrated an attitude that contributes to employee engagement and a positive culture • Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills • Exceptional conflict resolution, negotiation, and objection-handling skills • Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize • Strong analytical skills and presentation skills We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those selected for the next stage will be contacted.