Foodservice Sales Manager

Hawaiian Housewares, LTD (doing business as Hansen Distribution Group) is an integral part of the C&S Family of Companies, a distinguished leader in wholesale grocery supply and supply chain solutions throughout the United States. Established in 1918 as a dedicated supplier to independent grocery stores, C&S has since expanded its reach, now servicing over 7,500 independent supermarkets, chain stores, military bases, and institutions with a diverse portfolio of more than 100,000 products. As part of this vast network, Hawaiian Housewares specializes in providing top-tier distribution services within the Hawaiian market, ensuring the availability and timely delivery of quality grocery products to its valued customers. With a rich history and a strong commitment to community support, Hawaiian Housewares exemplifies the values of collaboration, dedication, and service excellence that have propelled the C&S Family of Companies to enduring success.

The Foodservice Sales Manager role at Hawaiian Housewares presents an exciting opportunity for a driven sales leader to contribute directly to the mission of keeping communities fed by supporting independent retailers. This full-time, on-site position is based in Pearl City, HI, and offers a competitive salary range of $85,420 to $113,100. Reporting to the Director of Customer Experience, the Foodservice Sales Manager will lead a sales team in developing and executing strategic initiatives aimed at growing sales, strengthening customer relationships, and enhancing customer advocacy. This role demands a collaborative mindset, combining a deep understanding of the grocery industry with strong leadership skills to inspire, organize, and hold the sales team accountable to company goals.

Key responsibilities include supporting customers' business strategies by crafting innovative solutions that drive revenue growth for both customers and the company, managing escalated customer opportunities with efficiency, and proactively recommending process improvements to leadership. Additionally, the role requires active involvement in contract renewals and business expansion efforts, as well as traveling up to 50% of the time to attend food shows, meetings, and customer visits. Candidates should have a solid foundation in sales leadership, retail grocery experience, and a proven track record in team management and achievement of sales objectives. Benefits include weekly pay, comprehensive health coverage starting day one, a company-matched 401k, paid time off, career progression opportunities, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, employee discounts, and assistance programs. Hawaiian Housewares fosters an inclusive culture where every person matters, embracing diversity and equal opportunity within its workforce.