Area Sales Manager - Elmhurst, IL

Nombase; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Boy Vodka is seeking a highly motivated Area Sales Manager in the United States to drive the expansion of our vodka portfolio across On and Off Premise accounts. You will cultivate relationships with buyers and decision-makers, host product samplings, and coordinate with distributors to ensure commitments are met.

The role requires travel, nights and weekends as needed, and strong time management with a self-driven attitude.

Qualifications

• 21+ years of age.
• Valid driver's license & own vehicle.
• Willing to travel for account management.
• Willing to work nights and weekends.
• Self-driven with initiative.
• Strong time management & organizational skills.
• Basic computer knowledge; MS Office Suite & company email.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Beverage industry knowledge/experience required.
• Strong industry relationships preferred.

Responsibilities

• Pitch and sell Good Boy Vodka's product portfolio to new On and Off Premise accounts within your sales region.
• Visit existing accounts to build and maintain relationships with buyers and decision-makers.
• Host On and Off premise product samplings and events to engage consumers and build brand awareness.
• Work with distributor and retailer personnel to ensure commitments are delivered.
• Educate consumers, retailers and distributors on Good Boy Vodka products in your territory.
• Track new and existing accounts and territory sales growth.
• Potentially manage a team of Brand Ambassadors and Sales Representatives in your region.
• Coordinate with distribution partner and their sales force to ensure good brand representation.
• Participate in and help coordinate planned Good Boy Vodka events.

Skills

Beverage industry knowledge

Time management

Self-motivated

Leadership

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

GOOD BOY VODKA is a lifestyle brand with a purpose. Our mission is to contribute to the greater good through supporting and giving back to many charities, but specifically to our nations’ hard-working and every-sacrificing military veterans and dogs that fought, and continue to fight, for our freedoms. We have produced a premium quality vodka through extensive distilling and carbon filtration methods using corn to make it gluten free. We also have some of the best tasting, high quality canned cocktails on the market. We embrace all walks of life at Good Boy Vodka and encourage everyone to celebrate life and give thanks to our nation’s heroes!

About the Position:

We are looking for a highly motivated, self-driven Area Sales Manager to join our thrilling and fast-growing company. We are looking to hire a highly experienced Area Sales Manager to represent our brand. This is an exciting opportunity for anyone with prior experience in the beverage industry.

What You’ll be doing:

• Pitch and sell Good Boy Vodka's product portfolio to new On and Off Premise accounts within your sales region.
• Visit existing accounts throughout your territory to build and maintain relationships with buyers and decision-makers.
• Host On and Off premise product samplings and events in order to engage consumers and create brand awareness.
• Work closely with distributor and retailer personnel to ensure that commitments are delivered.
• Educate consumers, retailers and distributors on Good Boy Vodka products that are represented within your territory.
• Track all new and existing accounts and territory sales growth.
• Potentially manage a team of Good Boy Vodka Brand Ambassadors and Sales Representatives in your region.
• Communicate and work with our distribution partner and their sales force to ensure our brand is being represented well in your region.
• Participate in and, in many cases, help coordinate planned Good Boy Vodka events

Requirements:

• 21 years of age or older at the time of application.
• Valid driver's license and a reliable personal vehicle.
• Willing to travel for account management.
• Must be willing to work nights and occasional weekends.
• Be self-driven with strong initiative.
• Demonstrable time management and organizational skills.
• Must have basic computer knowledge. Know how to work MS Office Suite and company email.
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to manage, motivate, and communicate with your regional team
• Beverage industry knowledge and experience is a must.
• Good relationships, contacts and connections in the industry is strongly preferred.

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