Entry Level District Team Lead Jobs
New grad district team lead jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong history of leading teams through internships or coursework can matter more than years on a resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Insurance, Government & Public Sector, and Food & Beverage, with employers like CVS Health, Circle K, and Sysco hiring at this level now.
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JOB SUMMARY
The District Sales Manager (DSM) role requires exceptional management of sale performance among Sales Consultants (SCs). This position is responsible for driving a performance culture, coaching and developing the talent of their sales consultants to achieve profitable planned case and GP growth
RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages the performance and development of Sales Consultants (MAs) within the district.
Engages in one-on-one coaching and direction by conducting an average of 3-5 SC work-withs a week.
Effectively lead and facilitate Friday district meetings that educate, inspire and ultimately produce key behavior changes to drive sales.
Lead and direct Customer Engagement efforts by enabling the district SC to provide Sysco customers with expanded service channel options ( Technology enablers, value added services, and team selling) –
Must possess a continuous improvement mentality around technology, sales skills, soft skills and product knowledge
Leverages the Sales Support resources and tools to maximize the consultative time of the SC
Fully leverages our CRM in the management of SC’s sales planning, prospecting, and daily customer engagement and expects productive utilization of Sysco 360 among all SC’s.
Successfully delivers Sysco brand results and directly manages conversion opportunities within the district.
Supports and promotes all national campaigns and promotions
Accountable for providing coaching, training, and timely feedback to drive sales consultant development of consultative selling skills of the sales associates (The Sysco Way to Sell).
Fully utilizes the CMP and QPP Processes to coach the performance of all sales colleagues in the district.
Responsible for execution of territory planning and management
Prioritizes independent relationships with top customers and high value prospects.
Champions company initiatives and implements center led strategy within the district.
Additional sales management responsibilities including, but are not limited to, other operational duties and customer relationship management.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
High School education required.
Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g. business administration) or equivalent relevant industry experience.
Experience
2 or more years' experience successfully growing profitable sales in the foodservice industry.
5+ years' foodservice sales experience in the foodservice industry preferred.
Professional Skills
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with a variety of stakeholders.
Can derive insights from others through probing questions and collaborative problem-solving.
Superb organizational and project management skills, including the ability to execute multiple initiatives autonomously.
Able to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
Ability to use Sysco's proprietary Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tool for planning and forecasting sales growth.
Demonstrates mastery of skills in the area of consultative selling, marketing principles, prospecting, networking, coaching, and negotiations.
Effectively coach, counsel, train and direct associates.
Capable of supervising and motivating others.
Write reports and business correspondence.
Develop new business, penetrate existing accounts, and minimize lost business to achieve profitable sales growth and special objectives within assigned territory.
Seek and qualify prospects under company account stratification goals.
Research customer business needs and develops a mix of products and service to meet needs.
Evaluate market trends and recommend products to customers, based on business needs and goals.
Be informed of market conditions, product innovations, and competitors' products, prices, and sales; share information with customers as part of value-added services provided.
Answer customers' questions about products, prices, availability, and product use.
Provide product information and practical training to customer personnel.
Communicate and collect accounts receivable as necessary, working with the credit department and client; collect all balances due based on approved credit terms.
Manage deliveries to the routing schedule published by the transportation department.
Troubleshoot any problems that occur during the order process (for example, out of stock items, special order items, low inventory, etc.).
Participate in company functions, promotions, customer visits, and customer events.
Attend and participate in general sales and district meetings.
Review and analyze daily and weekly reports such as special order requests, customer bid files, and sales/gross profit margin data.
Perform administrative duties, such as preparing sales budgets and reports, maintaining sales records, processing credits, and pick-up requests, preparing sales quotes and menu suggestions, and filing reports.
Participate in ongoing training sessions.
Assist with the training of new employees as requested.
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
JOB SUMMARY
The District Sales Manager (DSM) role requires exceptional management of sale performance among Sales Consultants (SCs). This position is responsible for driving a performance culture, coaching and developing the talent of their sales consultants to achieve profitable planned case and GP growth
RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages the performance and development of Sales Consultants (MAs) within the district.
Engages in one-on-one coaching and direction by conducting an average of 3-5 SC work-withs a week.
Effectively lead and facilitate Friday district meetings that educate, inspire and ultimately produce key behavior changes to drive sales.
Lead and direct Customer Engagement efforts by enabling the district SC to provide Sysco customers with expanded service channel options ( Technology enablers, value added services, and team selling) –
Must possess a continuous improvement mentality around technology, sales skills, soft skills and product knowledge
Leverages the Sales Support resources and tools to maximize the consultative time of the SC
Fully leverages our CRM in the management of SC’s sales planning, prospecting, and daily customer engagement and expects productive utilization of Sysco 360 among all SC’s.
Successfully delivers Sysco brand results and directly manages conversion opportunities within the district.
Supports and promotes all national campaigns and promotions
Accountable for providing coaching, training, and timely feedback to drive sales consultant development of consultative selling skills of the sales associates (The Sysco Way to Sell).
Fully utilizes the CMP and QPP Processes to coach the performance of all sales colleagues in the district.
Responsible for execution of territory planning and management
Prioritizes independent relationships with top customers and high value prospects.
Champions company initiatives and implements center led strategy within the district.
Additional sales management responsibilities including, but are not limited to, other operational duties and customer relationship management.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
High School education required.
Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g. business administration) or equivalent relevant industry experience.
Experience
2 or more years' experience successfully growing profitable sales in the foodservice industry.
5+ years' foodservice sales experience in the foodservice industry preferred.
Professional Skills
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with a variety of stakeholders.
Can derive insights from others through probing questions and collaborative problem-solving.
Superb organizational and project management skills, including the ability to execute multiple initiatives autonomously.
Able to thrive in a fast-paced work environment.
Ability to use Sysco's proprietary Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tool for planning and forecasting sales growth.
Demonstrates mastery of skills in the area of consultative selling, marketing principles, prospecting, networking, coaching, and negotiations.
Effectively coach, counsel, train and direct associates.
Capable of supervising and motivating others.
Write reports and business correspondence.
Develop new business, penetrate existing accounts, and minimize lost business to achieve profitable sales growth and special objectives within assigned territory.
Seek and qualify prospects under company account stratification goals.
Research customer business needs and develops a mix of products and service to meet needs.
Evaluate market trends and recommend products to customers, based on business needs and goals.
Be informed of market conditions, product innovations, and competitors' products, prices, and sales; share information with customers as part of value-added services provided.
Answer customers' questions about products, prices, availability, and product use.
Provide product information and practical training to customer personnel.
Communicate and collect accounts receivable as necessary, working with the credit department and client; collect all balances due based on approved credit terms.
Manage deliveries to the routing schedule published by the transportation department.
Troubleshoot any problems that occur during the order process (for example, out of stock items, special order items, low inventory, etc.).
Participate in company functions, promotions, customer visits, and customer events.
Attend and participate in general sales and district meetings.
Review and analyze daily and weekly reports such as special order requests, customer bid files, and sales/gross profit margin data.
Perform administrative duties, such as preparing sales budgets and reports, maintaining sales records, processing credits, and pick-up requests, preparing sales quotes and menu suggestions, and filing reports.
Participate in ongoing training sessions.
Assist with the training of new employees as requested.
The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Entry Level District Team Lead Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level district team lead job?
Start by highlighting any leadership experience from internships, campus organizations, or part-time retail or service roles where you coordinated people or processes. Employers hiring at the entry level look for candidates who can demonstrate accountability, communication, and basic operational awareness. A concise resume that ties your experience to team coordination, scheduling, or store-level metrics gives you a clear edge over candidates with no hands-on context.
Which companies hire entry level district team leads?
Companies hiring entry level district team leads right now include CVS Health, Circle K, and Sysco, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from multi-unit retail chains, food service operators, and regional service businesses that build their leadership pipeline by promoting or recruiting candidates who are early in their careers.
Are there remote entry level district team lead jobs?
Yes, though most district team lead roles involve overseeing physical locations, so fully remote positions are less common than in other fields. About 6% of entry level district team lead openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to involve administrative or coordination-heavy functions rather than direct floor supervision. Hybrid schedules that combine field visits with remote reporting days are the most common flexible arrangement at this level.
Are these new grad district team lead jobs?
Yes, many of these postings are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome candidates with zero to two years of experience, recent graduates, or applicants whose background comes from internships or a strong portfolio of team projects. A new-grad-friendly posting typically omits hard minimums on years managed, asks for a degree or equivalent experience, and lists foundational skills like scheduling, communication, and performance tracking rather than advanced multi-unit P&L ownership.
Which industries hire the most entry level district team leads?
Entry Level district team lead roles concentrate in Insurance, Government & Public Sector, and Food & Beverage, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they operate large networks of stores, service locations, or distribution points that require a steady pipeline of junior leaders ready to grow into full district management responsibility.