Director of Sales - Tobacco

Jobot; New York (NY); Remote; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tobacco brand is seeking a Director of Sales for the New York Territory. This high-impact role requires strategic leadership and extensive travel to manage customer relationships and drive business goals. The position offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Benefits

Competitive base salary with performance-based bonuses

Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)

Vehicle allowance and travel expense reimbursement

Collaborative and performance-driven culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7+ years in sales leadership, ideally within tobacco, CPG, or regulated goods.
• Strong knowledge of the New York retail and wholesale landscape.
• Proven experience managing territory-level P&L, budgeting, and forecasting.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and mentor a team of territory sales representatives across New York.
• Build and sustain strong relationships with retail and wholesale partners.
• Own the P&L for the New York territory, including managing budgets, pricing, and margins.

Skills

Sales Leadership

Customer Relationship Management

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field

MBA

Job description

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Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

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Job details

Gorwing Company, NY Territory, Great Compensation

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Salary $150,000 - $200,000 per year

A Bit About Us

We are a leading, legacy tobacco brand with over 50 years of heritage and excellence in the industry. Our commitment to quality, innovation, and customer relationships has made us a trusted name among retailers and distributors nationwide



Why join us?


Competitive base salary with performance-based bonuses

Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)

Vehicle allowance and travel expense reimbursement

The opportunity to lead a respected, legacy brand in a key market

A collaborative and performance-driven culture

Job Details

Position Overview

The Director of Sales – New York Territory will serve as the strategic and operational lead for our sales organization across the state. This is a high-impact, remote leadership role that requires extensive travel to build and maintain key customer relationships, manage and develop a high-performing sales team, and drive the execution of regional business goals.

Key Responsibilities

Sales Leadership & Team Development

Lead, coach, and mentor a team of territory sales representatives across New York.

Develop and implement sales strategies that align with national objectives while addressing local market dynamics.

Foster a culture of accountability, performance, and professional growth.

Customer Relationship Management

Build and sustain strong relationships with retail and wholesale partners.

Serve as a trusted advisor to customers, ensuring exceptional service and satisfaction.

Regularly travel to meet clients in the field, resolve issues, and identify opportunities.

Territory & Business Operations

Own the P&L for the New York territory, including managing budgets, pricing, and margins.

Deliver accurate sales forecasting and reporting to executive leadership.

Identify and capitalize on market trends, competitive activities, and regional growth opportunities.

Brand Advocacy & Market Presence

Represent the brand at trade shows, promotional events, and industry functions.

Drive brand visibility and strengthen our presence in key retail and wholesale channels.

Collaborate with marketing and product teams to ensure brand consistency in the market.

Qualifications

Minimum of 7+ years in sales leadership, ideally within the tobacco, CPG, or regulated goods industries.

Strong knowledge of the New York retail and wholesale landscape.

Proven experience managing territory-level P&L, budgeting, and forecasting.

Willingness and ability to travel extensively (up to 75%) throughout New York State.

Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.

Entrepreneurial mindset with a hands-on approach to field sales.

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field; MBA is a plus.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Advertising Services, Marketing Services, and Technology, Information and Internet

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