Sr. Director Food Service Sales

1-800-Flowers.com Inc

Jericho, NY

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Alliance/Partner Management, Brokerage, Budgeting, Coaching, Customer Relations, Distribution Channel, Food Services, Food and Beverage Industry, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Market Share, Matrix Management, Meet Sales Quota, National Sales, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Profit & Loss, Quality System Requirements (QSR), Regional Sales, Regulatory Compliance, Relationship Management, Reporting Skills, Return on Investment (ROI), Revenue Growth, Sales, Sales Forecasting, Sales Management, Sales Prospecting, Sales Strategy, Sales Support, Strategic Accounts, Team Lead/Manager
LOCATION
Jericho, NY
POSTED
30+ days ago

Position Overview

The Sr. Sales Director - Food Service is responsible for driving revenue growth, expanding market share, and leading high-performing sales team across North America markets. This role oversees strategic account management, distributor relationships, and sales execution, while operating within a matrix organization. The position carries full accountability for achieving national sales targets and developing long-term growth strategies within the food service sector.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Growth

  • Develop and execute national sales strategies across food service channels, including broadline distribution, QSR, and hospitality.
  • Drive revenue growth and market share expansion across North America markets.
  • Identify new business opportunities and expand the client base within the food service sector.

Sales Execution & Performance

  • Achieve and exceed national and regional sales targets.
  • Establish sales forecasts, budgets, and P&L objectives.
  • Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) including revenue, margin, and ROI.

Team Leadership & Development

  • Lead, coach, and develop high-performing sales team.
  • Manage brokers, distributors, and regional sales leaders.

Key Account & Relationship Management

  • Build and maintain strategic relationships with major distributors and key accounts.
  • Negotiate contracts, pricing, and promotional agreements.

Operational Excellence

  • Oversee and develop detailed reporting processes.
  • Ensure adherence to policies and compliance standards.

Global Collaboration

  • Align stakeholders across a matrix organization.
  • Support national sales planning and execution.

About the Company

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1-800-Flowers.com Inc