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General Sales Manager - Brooklyn, NY

Red Bull logoRed Bull$128,800–$193,200/yrNew York, NY, United StatesFull-timeListed 2mo ago

Taken at the midpoint of its range, $161,000/yr, this role pays less than the middle Sales Leadership opening on the board today ($198k/yr); the usual band for that kind of seat is $150k–$400k/yr.

The posting

Company Description

The General Sales Manager is responsible for the overall day to day operations of their branch. In addition they are to drive and develop world class retail execution, best in class sales & operational process & systems, and building a winning team that epitomizes RBDC standard and culture.

MANAGING EXPECTATIONS

Lead, coach, and develop a highly capable team to ensure operational objectives are met or exceeded and that sales and distribution targets are flawlessly executed to standard

Build a platform on which high potential candidates can develop and prepare for future roles of additional responsibility

Manage operating processes/ expenses to deliver targeted profitability

EXECUTION

Develop, and continually evaluate, branch distribution plans, routes, new item distribution, and volume / sales forecast

Evaluate total market conditions, competitive threats, and changing local dynamics which may impact volume, share, profit, as well as other business metrics

Develop KPI priorities, strategies, and goals for the branch by coordinating with cross functional departments, to ensure the attainment of volume plan and profit objectives

BUILDING SUCCESS

Collaborate with members of the RBNA Sales and DP Team’s to develop and execute programs

Work collaboratively across the organization and share best practices

Act as a major contributor/leader among peer group

Build a diverse organization that reflects the marketplace; lives to Red Bull’s values and inspires team through effective leadership

Ensure the Branch Team understands and adheres to Company standards and operating procedures

Qualifications

8+ years of experience in Direct Store Delivery (DSD) management, including proven track record of meeting or exceeding assigned sales objectives

Key account management experience on a district, regional and national level

A proven track record of being able to motivate and build a successful sales team and promote initiatives that build and create strong trade partnerships

Strong leadership skills to provide mentoring, training or corrective feedback

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including being able to prepare presentation materials and present the information one-on-one and in a group

Strong computer skills in Microsoft Word, Power Point, and Excel

Demonstrated analytical and organizational skills

Previous P&L experience and an understanding of computer ordering systems and other IT systems

English; additional languages an advantage

Additional Information

The base salary range for this position is $128,800-$193,200 + cash incentives

Actual salary offer may vary based on work experience.

The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

Our current Benefits include

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans, 401k Match, Family Leave, PTO & Paid Holiday Schedule, Pet, Legal, and Life Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement

(Benefits listed may vary depending on the nature of your employment and/or work location)

Red Bull Distribution Company, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, national origin, disability, uniform service, veteran status, age, or any other classification protected by Federal, state, or local law.

Taken from Red Bull's own posting, last seen live on 3 Nov 2026.

About Red Bull

Red Bull energy drinks, sold to supermarkets, convenience stores, bars, clubs, restaurants, gyms, campuses and online retailers through its own US distribution company and partner distributors, plus sponsorship around its sports teams.

Pay schedule: US sellers get a base salary plus cash incentives and merchandisers an hourly wage; route jobs require a driver's license and a DOT medical card, merchandisers drive their own insured car, and Japan adds a defined contribution pension worth 6.5% of monthly base.

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