About Us:
Carolina Cooks is a family-owned company founded in Charlotte, NC, sister company of Raydal Hospitality Group. We strive to provide reliable, durable commercial equipment solutions within a welcoming and knowledgeable service environment. We focus on customers on equipping our customers with tools they need to operate their business smoothly and increase operational efficiency.
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Restaurant Equipment Sales Manager to lead our sales efforts, strengthen industry partnerships, and expand our market presence. This individual will be responsible for building and maintaining strategic relationships with manufacturers, buying groups, dealers, and retail customers, while driving sales growth and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute sales strategies to grow revenue and expand market share in the restaurant equipment sector.
- Build and manage strong relationships with manufacturers, buying groups, dealers, and retail customers to create long-term partnerships.
- Negotiate contracts, pricing, and programs to maximize profitability and competitiveness.
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless product availability, delivery, and customer support.
- Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and customer needs to identify opportunities for growth.
- Represent the company at trade shows, industry events, and dealer/partner meetings.
- Provide regular sales forecasts, performance reports, and insights to senior leadership.
Qualifications:
- Proven track record in restaurant equipment sales or related foodservice industry experience.
- Strong knowledge of the commercial foodservice equipment market, distribution channels, and industry players.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work independently, set priorities, and achieve sales targets.
- Experience managing dealer and distributor relationships preferred.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Willingness to travel.
- Bachelor's degree in business, Sales, or related field (or equivalent experience).
What We Offer:
- Competitive base salary plus performance-based incentives. ** starting salary based on experience**
- Comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunities for career growth in a fast-paced, expanding industry.
- A collaborative and supportive work environment.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other
characteristic protected by law.
What It’s Like Working For RayDal
Raydal Hospitality Group creates authentic dining experiences with the passion and focus that is attributed to cultural heritage. We strive to offer our guests fresh food and a memorable experience that represents the stories and homes of our staff.
Our work environment is fast-paced and focused, but the atmosphere is fun and light-hearted. We work hard and reward big for those willing to go through our system of training and advancement. There are as many opportunities at RHG as you are ready to dedicate yourself.
We promote those that show us they want to excel and are always excited to take part in our employee's career paths and goals. We also offer competitive salaries and benefits no matter your experience.
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