At Fusion Recruiters, we love partnering with organizations that are doing innovative and impactful work — and this partner absolutely fits that standard. We’re excited to support an industry leader in the premier specialty foods space in their search for a strategic Director of Sales to join their hybrid team in Minneapolis, MN. *Candidates must be commutable or open to relocation.

As the Director of Sales, you’ll play a critical role in driving market revenue and gross profit growth while building and leading a high-performing sales team. You’ll report to the Regional Vice President of Sales and have the opportunity to shape short- and long-term market strategy, strengthen cross-functional collaboration, and influence operational excellence across the region. This is a chance to bring your expertise to a company that values collaboration, innovation, accountability, and service excellence, where your leadership directly impacts business performance and customer satisfaction.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee day-to-day sales operations for the market, ensuring alignment with revenue and profit goals.
• Provide sales leadership, coaching, and performance oversight for a growing team.
• Define, implement, monitor, and continually improve sales KPIs and performance standards.
• Use data-driven reporting to assess sales performance and develop targeted improvement plans.
• Create and execute sales strategies across four key product categories: Fresh Seafood, Frozen Seafood, Meat & Poultry, and Specialty.
• Research customer and market trends to identify growth opportunities, new business segments, and emerging developments across the food space.
• Partner closely with operations and internal stakeholders to ensure exceptional customer service.
• Lead training, recruitment, development, and talent planning for the sales team.
• Manage customer contracts, forecasting, and problem-solving with cross-functional partners.
• Promote continuous improvement by communicating effectively with employees and sharing innovative ideas.
• Maintain product and industry knowledge while managing time and workflow to meet deadlines.

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum of 3–5 years of sales leadership experience in the food industry (required).
• Associate degree or equivalent experience.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, influence, and challenge others.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Strategic and creative thinking with the capacity to build a shared vision and translate strategy into action.
• Excellent time management, initiative, and follow-through with a commitment to meeting deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Preferred: 5–7 years of sales leadership experience, specifically with seafood or meat/poultry categories; Bachelor’s degree; Advanced skills in PowerBI, dashboards, or analytical tools.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Our client offers a supportive, forward-thinking environment where people are empowered to do their best work. They invest in professional development, encourage fresh ideas, and celebrate shared success rooted in teamwork and trust.

Highlights include:

• Competitive healthcare and retirement benefits.
• Flexibility and a collaborative leadership team invested in your growth.
• Unique perks such as mentorship opportunities and exposure to a dynamic, evolving food industry.
• A mission-driven culture focused on delivering exceptional quality and service to customers.

Take the Next Step

If this opportunity excites you, we’d love to connect! Apply through Fusion Recruiters today to start the conversation about how your experience and goals align with this role.