Craft Distillery Sales Manager Wanted
SPIRIT WORKS DISTILLERY
Sebastopol, CA
Job Description:
Rapidly growing startup microdistillery seeks Sales Manager to head local and national sales activities. Key responsibilities include creating and executing sales plans, distributor negotiation and management, establishing on- and off-premise relationships, and developing a brand ambassador program. Must be passionate about artisanal products, ready and willing to wear many hats, and make a perfect Negroni.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Create and manage trade sales plans and budget, including market objectives, pricing strategies, account action plans, volume driving initiatives, and promotional calendars
• Develop and maintain relationships with key distributor managers and sales people
• Build new distribution and generate incremental sales volume
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key accounts, both on-premise and off-premise
• Develop and manage customized key account programs that drive sales volume and menu placements
• Create and direct a dynamic brand ambassador program to educate the trade, distributors, and consumers
• Provide feedback concerning brand positioning, competitive activities and market trends, and report key insights with recommendations for solutions
SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS
• 5+ years beverage marketing/sales experience
• Proven record of achieving sales and revenue goals
• Distributor negotiation and management experience
• Ability to sell, influence, and partner with trade customers, distributors, and other stakeholders
• Experience in building and managing a team of brokers and ambassadors
• Ability to manage budgets and provide timely, concise reporting
• Demonstrated public-speaking, presentation, and writing skills
• Excellent execution and time management skills; strong attention to detail with ability to take initiative, prioritize, and meet deadlines
• Passion and knowledge of spirits, as well as cocktail culture
Please include a cover letter and resume with your application. Applications will only be reviewed through the following link (please do not email or call the distillery directly):
http://www.winebusiness.com/classifieds/winejobs/?go=listing&listingid=82679
Additional Information
Type of Work: Full Time
Salary Information: DOE