Distribution Sales Manager Jobs

Distribution Sales Manager jobs are open across manufacturing, wholesale, consumer goods, and logistics, at every level from territory representative to regional and national director, with specializations in channel sales, key account management, and distributor network development. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles146+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerMolex
Top citySacramento, CA
Work type58% Remote
Top industryInsurance

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Early Career Intern - Sales Enablement & Digital Distribution
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Early Career Intern - Sales Enablement & Digital Distribution
Invesco
New York, New York
Accounting
Business Operations
Tax
5,001-10,000

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Sales & Distribution Representative
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Sales & Distribution Representative
Dona Blanca Foods, LLC
Laredo, Texas
Account Management
Inside Sales
Sales
$525 - $1,200/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in business

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Sales & Distribution Manager
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Sales & Distribution Manager
Flathead Beacon Productions
Kalispell, Montana
Customer Service
Inside Sales
Sales
On-Site
11-50

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Outside Sales Representative - Slab Distribution
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Outside Sales Representative - Slab Distribution
marble systems
Pompano Beach, Florida
Business Development
Customer Success
Sales
$54k - $65k/yr
Hybrid

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Workforce Benefits Sales Consultant - Broker Distribution (Connecticut)
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Workforce Benefits Sales Consultant - Broker Distribution (Connecticut)
Pacific Life
Hartford, Connecticut
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
Strategy & Corporate Development
Remote (US)
Experience equivalent to degree accepted
1,001-5,000

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Distribution Sales Manager Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Molex13
  • Pavago9
  • Woodgrain7
  • DESERET BOOK5
  • Pacific Life4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Insurance
  • Energy
  • Technology & Software
  • Distribution & Wholesale
  • Animal Care & Pet Services

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in distribution sales manager jobs.

  • 3-7 years of B2B or wholesale distribution sales experience
  • Demonstrated ability to manage and grow a distributor or dealer network
  • Proficiency with CRM platforms for pipeline and account tracking
  • Bachelor's degree in business, sales, marketing, or a related field
  • Experience developing territory sales plans and meeting revenue quotas
  • Strong negotiation and contract management skills with channel partners

Tips for Your Distribution Sales Manager Job Search

Quantify your distributor network results

Hiring managers in distribution sales want numbers, not duties. Replace phrases like 'managed distributor relationships' with the number of accounts, revenue volume, or growth percentage you drove. This signals you understand how distribution performance is measured.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists distribution sales manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target companies by channel model

Distribution sales roles differ sharply between direct, two-step, and hybrid channel models. When searching, filter for companies whose go-to-market structure matches your background so your resume speaks to what their hiring team actually needs.

Highlight CRM and territory planning tools

Many distribution sales manager roles require hands-on experience with pipeline management software and routing tools. Name the specific platforms you've used, because applicant tracking systems often screen for tool names before a human reads your resume.

Prepare a territory growth case study

Interviewers for distribution roles frequently ask how you grew a territory or turned around an underperforming distributor. Prepare one concrete example with before-and-after metrics you can walk through in two minutes without notes.

Negotiate on-target earnings, not just base

Distribution sales manager compensation is heavily commission-weighted, so the base salary figure alone is misleading. Before accepting an offer, clarify the quota, commission structure, and realistic on-target earnings so you're comparing total pay accurately.

Distribution Sales Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most distribution sales managers?

The companies hiring the most distribution sales managers right now include Molex, Pavago, and Woodgrain, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Manufacturers and wholesale distributors in consumer goods, industrial supplies, and building materials consistently post the highest volume of these roles.

How many distribution sales manager jobs are remote?

About 77% of distribution sales manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the role is traditionally field-heavy due to in-person distributor relationship management. Regional and national account management positions, where travel replaces daily territory visits, are the most likely to offer a remote or hybrid arrangement.

How do you become a distribution sales manager?

Start by building outside or inside B2B sales experience in a product category where distribution channels are central, such as consumer goods, industrial equipment, or building materials. Progress into a territory representative or key account role to learn distributor relationship management, then demonstrate quota attainment and the ability to onboard and develop channel partners before pursuing a manager-level position.

Can you get a distribution sales manager job with little experience?

Breaking in without direct distribution management experience is possible if you can show strong B2B sales results and familiarity with channel or wholesale models. Applying to associate manager or territory manager roles at smaller distributors, where you're more likely to get responsibility early, is a practical path. Certifications in sales methodology and hands-on CRM experience help close the gap.

What does the distribution sales manager interview process look like?

Most employers run a phone screen focused on your sales background and channel experience, followed by a structured interview covering territory planning, distributor conflict resolution, and quota performance. A final round often includes a panel with regional leadership or a territory presentation where you outline how you'd approach their market. References from past distributor contacts are frequently checked.

Where can I find and apply to distribution sales manager jobs?

You can find and apply to distribution sales manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your channel experience and seniority level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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