Director of Sales

Welcome to Gordon Food Service We are excited that you are thinking about opportunities with us, and we have an amazing story to share. Our mission is to deliver excellence, expertise, and quality products to help our customers design successful food operations and experiences. With over 125 years of history, we’ve grown to be the largest family‑operated broadline food distribution company in North America, committed to the people we serve. Our customers come first, and we’re looking for a Director of Sales to collaborate with Sales Managers, Regional Managers, and the Broadline Sales Director to achieve commercial sales goals in Miami, Florida, supporting teams from Vero Beach to the north and Key West to the south. Director of Sales At Gordon Food Service, our leaders create win/win relationships with customers, employees, and vendors. This role demands significant thought leadership and people leadership and offers the opportunity to build and develop a high‑performing sales organization. Responsibilities Assume global accountability for commercial sales through the development, management, and evaluation of process improvement programs Lead a department of more than 64 people, including up to 8 direct reports Support and implement educational plans to develop staff, and guide leaders within the organization around workforce 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 the Talent Acquisition team to ensure the best candidates are brought into the team, and leverage strong business acumen through partnerships with the warehouse and transportation teams All kinds of other special projects Total Rewards at GFS Affordable benefits plans starting on your first day Weekly pay Wellness reimbursement Profit sharing & 401(k) with company match Emergency child and elder care Does this look like you? Experience dealing with ambiguity in an ever‑changing market is preferred 14+ years of industry experience Previous management experience of teams of 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 serve our customers by caring for those who serve them. Together we tackle challenges, celebrate successes, and enjoy the journey. We are what we say we are, and we’d love for you to be a part of it. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr