Sales Manager - Northern Midwest - job 1 of 2

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Sales Manager - Northern Midwest in the United States.

In this role, you will oversee sales and distribution operations across a defined territory covering Iowa, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, or Wisconsin, managing a portfolio of established retail accounts. You will partner with retailers to implement promotions, introduce new products, optimize inventory management, and execute pricing strategies. The position emphasizes data-driven decision-making, category management, and business analytics to improve retail performance. You will also develop innovative approaches to grow the business while participating in comprehensive training to strengthen leadership and strategic capabilities. This role combines hands-on sales execution, analytical insight, and professional development in a dynamic, evolving market.

Accountabilities

·         Manage sales and distribution within the assigned territory, including merchandising support as needed.

·         Promote company initiatives to retail partners, including product launches, promotions, pricing strategies, and inventory management.

·         Consult with retail partners on category management and business analytics to enhance performance.

·         Develop strategies to improve business results using data analysis, brand marketing, and strategic planning.

·         Build and maintain systems to track, measure, and report progress on key marketing initiatives and business metrics.

·         Participate in leadership development programs to strengthen managerial and strategic capabilities.

·         Bachelor’s degree or equivalent meaningful sales experience.

·         Ability to develop and execute sales plans, manage time effectively, and prioritize competing responsibilities.

·         Strong communication and influencing skills to engage business partners effectively.

·         Ability to collaborate within a team and maintain long-term account relationships.

·         Analytical skills to evaluate market opportunities and improve business performance.

·         Creativity and problem-solving skills to provide innovative solutions.

·         Dedication to personal growth and leadership development.

·         Valid U.S. driver’s license in good standing for the last 3 years; ability to work full-time in the U.S. without sponsorship.

·         Competitive base salary: $70,900 - $103,900 annually, with annual incentive compensation by target.

·         Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees, spouses/domestic partners, and eligible dependents.

·         Deferred Profit-Sharing (DPS) Plan with company contributions up to 17% of base salary, plus annual profit-sharing and supplemental contributions.

·         Company vehicle for personal and business use.

·         Flexible work options and support for work-life balance.

·         Paid time off: minimum 3 weeks vacation, 14 holidays, and vacation purchase option.

·         Parental leave, adoption assistance, and dependent care programs.

·         Educational reimbursement and student loan repayment programs.

·         Business laptop, cell phone, and internet reimbursement.

Jobgether is a Talent Matching Platform that partners with companies worldwide to efficiently connect top talent with the right opportunities through AI-driven job matching.

When you apply, your profile goes through our AI-powered screening process designed to identify top talent efficiently and fairly.
🔍 Our AI evaluates your CV and LinkedIn profile thoroughly, analyzing your skills, experience, and achievements.
📊 It compares your profile to the job’s core requirements and past success factors to determine your match score.
🎯 Based on this analysis, we automatically shortlist the 3 candidates with the highest match to the role.
🧠 When necessary, our human team may perform an additional manual review to ensure no strong profile is missed.

The process is transparent, skills-based, and free of bias, focusing solely on your fit for the role. Once the shortlist is completed, we share it directly with the company that owns the job opening. The final decision and next steps (such as interviews or additional assessments) are then made by their internal hiring team.

Thank you for your interest!

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