Vacancy: Sales manager

Job Description

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and maintain distributor relationships in key launch areas


• Develop and maintain an organized list of key accounts


• Regularly visit accounts to sell volume, increase distribution, monitor price


• Sell our brand to retailers in coordination with local distributors and brokers.


• Build out a sales and distribution team once sales volumes allow


• Manage trade promotion efforts


• Utilize your ability to set up demos/tastings to increase distribution and build lasting relationships. 


• Tell our brand story, educate store personnel and consumers about the benefits of the product. 

Required Skills or Experience

• An entrepreneurial drive and proven 3-5 years with sales experience including heavily sourcing for new leads and face to face selling within the Beverage Industry.


• High level of professionalism and experience working with well-organized sales oriented companies


• Comfort with CRM systems


• Must have a strong sense of accountability, and must be able to work independently


• Must be highly organized, have attention to detail and good time management ability


• Must have business acumen and keen negotiating skills


• Considered a "closer" and can provide evidence to support direct sales achievements


• Excellent computer skills


• College degree