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Sales Manager

Ancient Nutrition, Orlando, FL, United States


Job Title:

Territory Sales Manager

Location:

North Florida

Status:

FT

Reports to:

Regional Sales Manager

Salary Range:

70-80k

At Ancient Nutrition, we have a clear goal: harness history’s most powerful superfoods and provide them in forms that are easy to include in a modern lifestyle. We’re passionate about creating products that help fill the gaps in the everyday diet and deliver meaningful results.

But the truth is, who we are goes beyond supplements. We embrace responsibility for our planet, from the soil that grows our food to the air that fills our lungs. That’s why we are leading the revolution of regenerative agriculture on our own farms and farms across the country.

Through partnerships with pioneers like Regenerative Organic Certified®, groundbreaking research with Rodale Institute, and widely‑recognized certifications like B Corporation®, we are developing future‑focused methods that have a positive impact on the soil and the environment. These methods help reduce atmospheric carbon, minimize waste and protect biodiversity — and they result in ingredients that are richer in essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidants than conventionally farmed food.

We are harnessing the power of incredible superfoods grown through regenerative practices. We are cultivating healthy people and a healthy planet. And, ultimately, we will save the world with superfoods.

Job Summary The Territory Sales Manager is responsible for providing best‑in‑class customer experience for retailers and consumers, while executing sales strategies as directed. This position is accountable to build and strengthen sales performance and gaining market share within assigned accounts, working cross functionally with other team members in an evolving consumer landscape.

What You’ll Be Doing

Present, sell, and merchandise promotions and seasonal deals to deliver territory sales and profit targets

Successfully introduce and launch new items in assigned account list

Ensure our top products are on shelf, and appropriate discounts are passed

Ensure retailers are educated on top selling and new items on each store visit

Develop and cultivate relationships with key decision makers to help elevate the brand in each store

Collaborate interdepartmentally to ensure organizational efficiency and success

Provide feedback from retail on the effectiveness of selling programs, and initiatives to management

Provide store level support for demos, grand openings, and other in‑store events as needed

Ensure appropriate store coverage by reviewing store list, and building an efficient route

Merchandise retail locations as needed with signage, coupons, section rebuilds, etc

Manage expenses appropriately and within budget

Process orders, returns, credit memos and other service needs as required

Review daily reports to ensure tracking performance to goals and targets

What We're Looking For

Strategic thinking and teamwork is a must!

Strong leadership skills – must have the capacity to be resilient and disciplined in the face of adversity and challenges

Able to maintain a holistic view of the business outside of direct channel responsibility

Strong communication skills – adapt to the situation, including being an excellent listener

Leads, demonstrates, and supports company culture (i.e.: positive spirit, can do attitude, helpful)

Experience Required

5+ years outside/inside Sales Experience or a similar field - Natural channel preferred

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Must be proficient in MS Office products such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Microsoft Teams

Must be proficient in Google products such as Slides, Sheets, Docs, Calendar, Gmail & Drive

Must be proficient in virtual meeting platforms such as Zoom and Google Meet, or similar

Must be willing to travel in assigned territory

Must possess powerful interpersonal, organizational, and presentation skills

Understanding and experience with Distributors, Wholesalers preferred

Must have the ability to analyze sales data and other sales/category trends in order to create and execute effective sales presentations.

Must demonstrate consultative sales and negotiation skills.

Comfortable with managing multiple priorities and deadlines both internal and external

Travel Requirements

Travel within assigned territory may be required and supported with appropriate reimbursement

Core Values

Run to win the race – do everything with excellence

Committed to constant growth – refine and improve self and work daily

Take ownership – take initiative

Be a purpose driven leader/team player – be reliable and responsible

Play as a team- have fun and have each other’s back, be committed to our mission to transform lives and relentlessly care for those in need.

Benefits + Culture Work is about what you do, not where you do it. Ancient Nutrition has many team members located near Nashville, TN but we are a fully remote company and are able to hire from across the US. Ancient Nutrition is a laid back, but fast‑paced place to be. We work hard because we love what we’re building. No one breathes down your neck. We hire great people who don't need to be micromanaged.

We offer health insurance benefits, basic life insurance and access to affordable vision, dental and disability insurance. Unlimited Paid Time Off is a given for salary employees and a generous amount of paid time off accrual for hourly employees, both paid maternity and paternity leave are offered.

We are passionate about living healthy lives and offer free Ancient Nutrition products.

If you feel this role is meant for you, write us a killer cover letter telling us why you are the best fit, and why you want to work with us! We really do read them!

Seniority level Associate

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Retail

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