Welcome to Gordon Food Service! We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. See below for a quick glance of who we are and the impact you could have on the food service industry. There's a seat at our table for you...
Director ofSales
For over 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered the excellence, expertise, and quality products our customers need to design successful food operations and experiences. We've grown to be the largest family-operated broadline food distribution company in North America by being passionately committed to the people we serve. At Gordon Food Service, our customers come first.Ourhighly skilled and customer-focused salesteam is looking for a Director ofSalesto collaboratewith Sales Managers,Regional Managers, and the Broadline Sales Director to achieve commercial sales goals.
This position is located inBrighton, MI, but supports a teamwith territories in Northern MI, East of Lansing, Ohio, and Indiana.
Leadership at Gordon Food Service
At Gordon Food Service, our leaders create win/win relationships – with customers, employees, and vendors. We look forward to presenting a Commercial Sales Manager opportunity to someone who has a demonstrated ability to create results through relationships. This role requires significant thought leadership and people leadership.
While no two days will look alike, here is a snapshot of some of the things you'll be doing:
Assume global accountability for commercial sales through the development, management, and evaluation of process improvement programs
Lead a department of more than 75 people, including up to 5 direct reports
Support and implement educational plans to develop staff, and guide leaders within the organization aroundworkforce planning, employee engagement, and disciplinary issues
Analyze key performance indicators and statistical data to formulate division practices
Develop, monitor, and manage the capital and operational budget for the department
Collaborate with theTalent Acquisitionteam to ensure the best candidates are brought into the team, andleverage strong business acumen through partnerships with the warehouse and transportation teams
All kinds of otherspecial projects!
Total Rewards at GFS
Affordablebenefitsplansstarting on your first day!
Weekly pay
Wellness reimbursement
Profit sharing & 401(k) with company match
Does this look like you?
Experience dealing with ambiguity in an ever-changing market is preferred.
14+yearsof industryexperience
Previous management experience of teamsof 50-75 people
Bachelor's degree required
Gordon Food Service encourages veterans and active military members to apply
Our Culture
Gordon Food Service has a people-focused culture forged through camaraderie, teamwork, and inclusion. Our business model is one of servant leadership. We best serve the customer by serving with great care those who serve our customers. We feel the culture when we work together and when we serve together. As a team, we tackle our challenges, celebrate our successes, and have fun on the journey. We are what we say we are, and we'd love for you to be a part of it.
Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.
Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to talent@gfs.com and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line.
All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free.
Gordon Food Service is a drug-free workplace and conducts pre-employment drug tests.
We’ve grown to become the largest family-operated broadline food service distributor in North America by upholding the same business approach since 1897—being passionately committed to the people we serve. We believe in the power of good food—to bring people together and make moments special. Every product, every order, and every decision we make is inspired by the people on the other side of the plate.
We distribute to foodservice operators throughout the Midwest, Northeast, Southeast and Southwest regions of the U.S. and coast to coast in Canada.
Our company also operates more than 170 Gordon Food Service Stores, which are open to the public and provide the benefits of restaurant-quality products and friendly, knowledgeable service. Gordon Food Service Stores do not charge a membership fee.
Gordon Food Service Stores are the primary supplier for many small foodservice operators, including: restaurants, churches, daycare providers, caterers, event planners, and other small businesses.
We offer a broad range of employment opportunities throughout our corporate offices, distribution centers, and retail stores. We have a strong commitment to our employees and foster an environment that promotes internal growth, training, and career development opportunities.
Gordon Food Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
