Area Manager at Mission Linen Supply in Sacramento, CA

Mission Linen Supply is currently looking for an Area Manager. The Area Manager is responsible for providing in the field mentorship / leadership to a team of Drivers (Route Sales and Service Representatives - RSSRs), by developing their one way and rental field sales goals, ensuring an unsurpassed level of customer satisfaction, while pushing the depot and district to achieve operational goals. Must have Route Sales Management Experience.

 

Area Manager base salary is $75,000 - $78,000 plus incentives. The starting salary is based on education, experience, other qualifications, and location of assignment. 

 

Qualified candidates must have excellent route sales skills, customer service skills, a strong business acumen, and the ability to provide effective in the field on the job mentoring. The position requires a thorough understanding of one-way route sales and rental services provided by Mission, an excellent work ethic, a high level of organization, and computer literacy. Directs efforts designed to maximize one-way sales and increasing new products and services in existing accounts and is also responsible for account retention. This role reports directly to the General Manager, District Manager, or Branch Manager.

 

We are seeking a route sale's orientated, hardworking, motivated, and energetic individuals to work for a great company! Mission’s culture provides employees with a professional, safe and positive work environment with numerous opportunities for growth and success.

 

BENEFITS: If you are seeking full-time employment with full benefits including; health insurance (medical, dental, vision), a retirement savings program, paid time off (sick, holiday, vacation) and MORE apply today.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

• Assigned to a specific market area to mentor and train RSSRs.
• Manages the daily field activities of the RSSRs, including and not limited to increasing Key Performance Indicators. Assists in the development of sales strategies and formulation of plans and policies concerning market area definition, product lines, merchandise quality, advertising, and pricing activities.
• Works toward achievement of plant goals such as increasing one-way sales, account retention, and contract management.
• Administers a recruitment and training program for RSSRs to include, initial orientation, product familiarity, knowledge of company policies and procedures, goals and objectives. Provides continuing education and training relating to account retention, planning, sales techniques and personal appearance.
• Pursues market potential, follows-up, and closes sales with selected customers in coordinated efforts with the General Manager, Sales Representatives and RSSRs.
• Will be required to take a physical agility test and have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Mission Linen Supply is a family owned, privately held company, and a leading provider of products, services, and supplies to hospitality, medical, and industrial businesses. Founded in 1930 and headquartered in Santa Barbara, the company has grown from a one-man operation to a leading player in the linen rental and uniform business across five western states. Mission Linen Supply is widely recognized for its ability to understand, anticipate, and meet its customers ‘needs while providing environmentally friendly goods and services.

 

Mission Linen Supply is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO), Affirmative Action Plan (AAP), VEVRAA Protected Veterans, Federal Contractor and Worker with Disabilities employer. Mission Linen Supply is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, active duty wartime or campaign badge veteran or any other protected status with respect to recruitment, hiring, promotion and other terms and conditions of employment. Worker with Disabilities needing assistance applying please feel free to call HR Office at 805-730-3612.

 

To be considered for employment with Mission Linen Supply, you will need to apply online at missionlinen.com, select careers and apply for the position you are interested in.  We will review your qualifications and will contact you via email or phone if you are selected for an interview.