District Sales Manager, Store

Position: District Sales Manager, Large Store.

About This Opportunity

The District Sales Manager, Large Format is reponsbile for all sales priorities and initiatives within their territory for Large Format customers. The District Sales Manager is also responsible for the management, coaching, and suppot of the Sales Development Managers within their territory.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the execution of all sales priorities and initiatives for customers in their territory

Understand P&L and manage budgets

Responsible for managing a team of Sales Development Managers

Coach and develop the team of direct reports while ensuring a culture of learning and development exists throughout the selling organization

Responsible for relationships with accounts serving as the connection point with Sales area leadership in operations

Regular interaction with store level and local chain leaders. Accountable for selling in and adherence to calendar marketing agreements.

Provide feedback to the national customer teams.

Execute and fulfill all channel, package and pricing plans provided by the Commercial Leadership COE.

Provide a feedback loop to the National retail sales team leads on marketplace conditions (includes competition, channel plans, pricing, architecture).

Represent Company in local government / community forums, as needed, on issues that impact our business

Drive Live Positively initiatives in field - Provide inspirational leadership and ensure execution of all engagement initiatives (e.g., team meetings) across the MU to drive strong employee engagement

Builds strong relationships with key customers / suppliers that result in win-win solutions

Leverages local knowledge to influence and leverage system strengths to drive positive results

Seen as a key leader for Coca-Cola Bottling Limited in the local market with local municipal government and industries by business / trade / industry groups

Qualifications

Post-Secondary education, preferably in business related field

Minimum 2-5 years progressive Sales experience

Strong business acumen, including an understanding of budgets and operating costs

Customer focused with proven relationship building strengths and solid experience developing workforce plans based on business goals

Comfort and ability to thrive in a high-change, fasted paced environment

Proven collaboration skills with the ability to gain consensus through personal influence

Demonstrated ability to invite diverse perspectives, promote an inclusive work environment and support workforce diversity

Accomplished team-builder, skilled at inspiring, motivating and developing people

Ability to travel day trips to support Market Units up to 50% of the time

Why work with us?

Join a local, family-owned business that’s part of a globally recognized brand, where you can develop your capabilities, competencies, and career.

Coke Canada has a culture of learning, and we offer several channels to support your development, including on-the-job training and a library of free courses for just-in-time learning.

We are committed to offering a comprehensive benefits package designed to help our employees achieve their best physical, mental, financial, and overall health and well-being. This includes a competitive compensation package, access to retirement and saving programs, family and employee assistance program, paid vacation and floater days.

We have close, local connections with the communities in which we operate across Canada. We’re determined to make a positive difference in our communities; this includes opportunities for employee volunteerism.

We’re building our business responsibly and our mission is to work Toward a Better Future Together. We have a plan that outlines how we are reducing, reusing, recycling, decreasing our carbon footprint, and using water responsibly. For more information visit

Coke Canada has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity, and we’re committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace.

Together we are creating a workplace culture that values diversity, enables inclusivity and ensures everyone feels like they belong. We are aiming to ensure our diverse workforce is reflective of the communities in which we operate. Research shows that women-identifying and other marginalized individuals often hesitate to apply unless they meet 100% of the listed qualifications. If this role excites you, even if you don’t check every box, we encourage you to apply.

Your unique experience and perspective could be what we’re looking for. Unless otherwise specified, this job post is for an existing vacancy. Our hiring process is human-driven and does not involve AI tools for screening, assessment, or selection. For individuals requiring accommodations or support throughout the recruitment process please call or email .