Local Food Sales Territory Manager - Houston, TX
Job Summary
The Common Market is seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Local Food Sales Territory Manager for the Houston, Texas area. This full-time, hybrid position is essential for promoting and expanding our local food distribution efforts to schools, hospitals, and other anchor institutions. The goal of this role is to build strong partnerships that prioritize sourcing fresh, sustainable food from local farmers.
The ideal candidate will be a connector, a strategist, and a builder of long-term partnerships. They will develop and execute sales strategies, manage key accounts, and cultivate robust relationships with institutional partners. This role requires a strong understanding of local food systems and the procurement processes of schools and hospitals. The successful candidate will educate and engage clients on the benefits of sourcing fresh, sustainable products directly from local producers, ultimately enhancing food access and supporting community well-being.
Responsibilities
Sales & Revenue Growth
- Deliver net sales targets for the assigned territory (Houston, TX).
- Identify, cultivate, and secure new institutional client partnerships on target routes within Houston metro
- Develop and implement highly effective outreach and sales strategies to drive local food sales and expand market presence.
- Focus on converting initial engagements into sustained, long-term
