Job Description

Description

 World Centric is a highly mission driven company that seeks to have a meaningful impact on people and planet through our compostable products and the donation of 25% of profits to the most vulnerable in the world. If you decide that the role below could be a great fit for you, please be sure to include a cover letter detailing your interest in working for World Centric. For more information on working and life at World Centric, please visit our Website . 

Regional Sales Manager - Hawaii

World Centric is seeking a highly motivated Regional Sales Manager to drive sales growth across Hawaii's foodservice market. This role requires sales experience in Hawaii and focuses on building relationships with large operators, chains, and distributors while promoting our mission "To Be of Service to People and Planet."

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute sales strategies targeting Hawaii's Colleges & Universities, QSR/FCR chains, Healthcare, B&I, and Lodging sectors
• Manage and grow relationships with specialty paper/packaging and food broadline distributors
• Drive new product placements and secure new accounts while providing exceptional service to existing customers
• Collaborate with internal teams on forecasting, marketing, and product development initiatives
• Maintain accurate records, notes, status, pipeline and forecasts in NetSuite CRM
• Monitor competitive landscape and communicate market intelligence
• Support trade shows, conferences, and industry events

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Must have sales experience in Hawaii market
• Must have understanding of Hawaii's diverse cultural landscape and as a function of the sales process, with built relationships in local business communities
• Minimum 3 years of sales experience with demonstrated success
• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
• Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail
• Experience with CRM and sales management systems
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Preferred:

• Foodservice industry experience with large operators, chains, and distributors (plus but not required)
• Foodware packaging experience (plus but not required)

Position Requirements:

• Must currently reside in Oahu with the ability to travel throughout the islands
• Occasional overnight travel for trade shows
• Ability to work from a remote home office 
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for environmental and social impact

We seek a responsive problem-solver who can independently manage their territory while working collaboratively with our team to drive sustainable growth in Hawaii's foodservice market.

World Centric welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and aims to find the people who not only meet the requirements of the job but also contribute to the culture in a way that recognizes our efforts towards the overall wellbeing of people and planet. The culture and mission fit is important for us and these requirements include a strong awareness, passion and commitment to social and environmental issues; a high degree of competence, motivation, and initiative; and adaptability and ability to collaborate with others. We know that most candidates will not meet all of the requirements but we would like the opportunity to select from the most diverse candidate pool as possible.