Sales Account Manager

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We are partnering with a wholesale food‑distribution leader supplying proteins, produce, dry goods, and restaurant supplies to restaurants, retailers, and specialty markets in the Kansas City, KS area. Our client is looking to hire on a high‑energy Sales Account Manager who brings fresh ideas, an aggressive sales mindset, and a strong ability to grow profitable business.

This role is ideal for a self‑starter who thrives on developing new business, bringing innovative approaches to an established team, and closing revenue at scale.

• Grow a profit‑driven book of business across restaurant, food service, and retail channels—no assigned territories.
• Identify, pursue, and close new business opportunities in the Kansas City area such as the BBQ category.
• Conduct regular outside sales visits to build customer relationships and expand market share.
• Manage inside sales activity including outbound calls, prospecting, and follow‑up.
• Provide fresh insights, new ideas, and strategic selling approaches to strengthen team performance.
• Partner with internal AR and accounting teams on payment status, maintaining strong rapport with customers throughout the collections process.

• 2–3+ years of sales experience in food distribution, protein sales, or related categories.
• Proven track record managing or growing $3.5–$4M+ in annual revenue.
• A proactive, entrepreneurial, highly motivated sales hunter.
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills with restaurant, retail, or food service operators.
• Ability to balance field work and in‑office sales activity.
• Knowledge of proteins (beef, pork, poultry, seafood) is highly preferred.
• Experience selling high‑margin or specialty products is a plus.

Targeted compensation for the position includes a large benefits package inclusive of 401k, medical, dental, vision, PTO, and more. Within the first 6 months:
Base salary (range depends on experience). After 6 months: transition to draw + uncapped commission based on gross profit. Earnings directly tied to margin performance, customer growth, and collections. Budget: $60k–$80k.

Interested? Apply today!

Natalie Saccone

Sr. Recruiter, Marketing & Sales

LaSalle Network

LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.