District Manager, Chefs Toys

Why you’ll love it here!

+ Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Tuition Reimbursement, Pet, and Legal Insurance

+ 401k
+ Community Service Day

+ Spotlight Awards

+ National Sales Excellence Awards

+ CFSP Prep Certification Program

POSITION SUMMARY:

• The District Manager, Stores reports to the President, Chef Toys
• Located in Fountain Valley, CA
• Full-Time
• Hybrid
• Anticipated application deadline is July 7, 2025

Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented District Manager-Chefs Toys to lead our diverse sales operations and drive individual sales to achieve sales targets. This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for driving growth, optimizing performance, and fostering a high-performing culture across our 12 retail stores and our critical outside route sales team. If you're a strategic thinker with a passion for both multi-unit retail excellence and efficient route distribution, and a proven track record of developing people, we want to hear from you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute comprehensive sales strategies for both our retail stores and outside route sales channels, aligning with overall business objectives.
• Team Development & Management: Lead, mentor, and inspire a diverse team of Store Managers and Route Sales Representatives, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and exceptional customer engagement.
• Retail Operations Excellence: Oversee all aspects of retail store operations, including merchandising, inventory management, customer experience, and adherence to company standards to maximize profitability and customer satisfaction.
• Route Sales Optimization: Drive the efficiency and growth of our route sales division, including route planning, sales performance, new account acquisition, and customer retention within our established routes.
• Individual Sales Ability: Drive significant individual sales while leading and developing a high level sales team.
• Performance & Profitability: Analyze sales data, market trends, and operational metrics to identify opportunities for growth, implement corrective actions, and ensure the achievement of sales targets and profitability goals across both channels.
• Customer Relationship Management: Champion a customer-centric approach, ensuring seamless service and strong relationships for both cash-and-carry and outside sales accounts.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement best practices for sales processes, inventory management, logistics, and team training to enhance operational efficiency.

COMPETENCIES:

• Proven Leader: Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience in multi-unit retail management and route sales, preferably within a b2b distribution, or related industry
• Dual Expertise: Demonstrated success in managing both brick-and-mortar retail operations and a multi-route, outside sales team.
• Strategic & Analytical: Ability to analyze complex data, identify key insights, and translate them into actionable sales and operational plans.
• Exceptional Communicator: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders, from frontline staff to senior leadership.
• People Developer: A natural coach and mentor who is passionate about building, training, and motivating high-performing teams.
• Results-Driven: Track record of exceeding sales targets and driving profitability through effective leadership and innovative strategies.
• Adaptable & Resilient: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing market conditions.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE: 

• 8 – 12 years of experience in retail management, with a minimum of 3-5 years in a multi-store leadership role.
• Individual sales success. Sales driven.
• Strong understanding of retail operations, route sales, merchandising principles, and customer service best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to drive results in a fast-paced, dynamic retail environment.
• Willingness to travel within the designated area as needed.
• Ability to successfully pass a background check post offer acceptance.

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