District Manager

Join Ecolab’s Global Food Retail Services division as a District Manager in the Eastern Area market.  Global Food Retail Services delivers a comprehensive cleaning and food safety program developed specifically for the food retail industry, partnering with our customers to identify food safety risks and help prevent the spread of foodborne illnesses.

The District Manager is responsible for developing and managing a group of field associates in all field sales activities in the assigned district.  The District Manager is in charge of growing sales and retaining existing customers by providing excellent service; gaining new sales through new products and new customers and providing the field associates with the proper training on food safety and sanitation to ensure they conduct high quality surveys/audits. 

What’s In It For You

The opportunity to take on some of the world’s most meaningful challenges, helping customers achieve clean water, safe food, and healthy environments Work with the world’s most recognized and iconic brands The ability to make an impact with a company focused on growth that is passionate about your career development Paid training program where you will learn from subject matter experts with proven success Enjoy a flexible, independent work environment Receive a non-decaled company vehicle for business and personal use Comprehensive benefits package starting day 1 of employment – medical, dental, vision, matching 401(k), company paid pension, stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement and more!

What You Will Do

Coaches and trains a team of field associates through formal training programs and informal conversations to foster the learning and development of the field associates Responds to daily requests and needs of a team of field associates Recruits, hires and retains qualified associates Trains and coordinates the onboarding process for the new hires Accompanies field associates on field visits within territories and required intervals Demonstrates proper procedures involved with auditing, repairing, replacing and installing equipment. Develops individual development plans with each assigned field associate Discusses any performance concerns and expected improvements with field associates  Plans and assists in new store rollouts/installs as required Communicates goals, objectives, successes, competitive strategies, customer requirements and product information to the field associates Recognizes and rewards individual and team achievement effectively. Demonstrates knowledge of district objectives and the business plan to achieve goals Retains customers through creating high customer satisfaction and provides customers with the necessary resources Resolves customer issues and problems efficiently and effectively Addresses customer concerns and follows up regularly Completes store visits when territories are vacant or as needed within the district  Utilizes internal reports to drive business results and make district decision Manage assets for the district such as vehicles, tools, equipment, parts, and office equipment Manages expenses for the district’s meetings, travel, equipment and repair parts, field stock, and samples

Position Details

This position is based in: Evansville, IN  Manage a team of 11 field associates 30% overnight travel required  

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree 5+ years general sales, sales, management and business management experience Ability to work nights and weekends as needed Ability to do overnight travel as needed Must have a valid driver’s license and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record No Immigration Sponsorship available Mechanical ability (plumbing, electrical and/or mechanical experience) and problem solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

CP-FS Certification ICFSM certification Related industry experience – Food service experience

Benefits

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Covid-19 Vaccine Notice

Due to local mandates and customer requirements, applicants for certain customer-facing positions must be fully vaccinated (which in some situations requires a booster if eligible), unless a religious or medical accommodation is requested by the applicant and approved by Ecolab.

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Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are diverse and inclusive, and we are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants. We recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement on the basis of individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA). Our goal is to fully utilize minority, female, disabled and covered veteran individuals at all levels of the workforce. Ecolab is a place where you can grow your career, own your future and impact what matters.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.