Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Sales
Responsible for the sales performance including depletion goals, key account placements across on and off premise, points of distribution, merchandising efforts, cocktail menu features, etc.
Facilitate market ride with distributor sales representatives on a regular basis
Create independent account buyer relationships, meeting with new and existing accounts daily.
Focus on account staff trainings and education seminars for all key accounts.
Conduct retail tasting events frequently for off premise accounts.
Distributor Management
Act as the primary point of contact for the distributor. Working to build a deep partnership for brands through the distributor leadership and field sales teams.
Conduct regularly scheduled meetings with owners to communicate company goals, earn additional sales support (e.g., quota support), schedule ride-withs, and present at General Sales Meetings to share brand updates and field marketing initiatives.
Work with assigned brand manager to establish and understand market pricing models, deals, etc.
Trade Marketing / Promotions
Achieve all field marketing Key Performance Indicators.
Actively seek out and identify local event and promotional opportunities in your market to support brand awareness and drive sales.
Manage Point of Sale assets and state allocation.
Lead merchandising activities in the market including installation of shelf talkers, bottle neck hangers, retail display racks, branded signage, menu / cocktail features, branded bar accessories, wall signage, etc.
Lead effective and efficient communication with corporate marketing team on all local promotions and events to ensure strategic execution.
Experience taking prompt action to accomplish objectives and taking action to achieve goals beyond what is required; being proactive.
Admin / Budget
Participate in weekly team and individual sales calls with Misunderstood, Hiatus and Cumbe owners to maintain a high level of communication regarding market management.
Adhere to all sales and marketing reporting routines. Including monthly depletion reports and market recaps.
Provide feedback on market issues: opportunities, changes, distributor issues and competitive activity.