VP of Sales - Tobacco

Jobot; New York (NY); Remote; USD 180,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Vice President of Sales to lead its sales strategy and drive revenue growth across all tobacco product categories. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in sales leadership within regulated industries, with a focus on building high-performing teams and ensuring compliance. This role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, along with the opportunity to shape the future of a legacy brand in a growing market.

Benefits

Competitive executive compensation package

Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, 401k)

Opportunity to play a key leadership role

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive sales leadership experience in regulated consumer goods.
• Proven track record of driving revenue growth and leading large sales teams.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement national sales strategies to drive revenue growth.
• Lead, mentor, and scale a high-performing sales team.
• Ensure all sales activities align with regulatory standards.

Skills

Sales Leadership

Team Development

Strategic Planning

Market Analysis

B2B Sales

Compliance Knowledge

Education

MBA or advanced degree in Business, Marketing, or related field

Job description

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Base pay range

$180,000.00/yr - $275,000.00/yr

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Job details

Tobacco, CPG, Remote w/ Travel

This Jobot Job is hosted by Dylan Currier

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Salary $180,000 - $275,000 per year

A Bit About Us

We are a leading player in the tobacco industry, with a rich portfolio that spans cigarettes, pipe tobacco, cigars, and specialty products. With decades of expertise and a commitment to quality, innovation, and compliance, we serve a broad customer base across wholesale, retail, and specialty channels.



Why join us?


Competitive executive compensation package, including base salary, and bonus

Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, 401k, etc.).

Opportunity to play a key leadership role in a legacy brand with a strong growth trajectory.

Job Details

The Vice President of Sales will be a pivotal member of the executive team, responsible for developing and executing the company’s sales strategy, building and scaling high-performing sales teams, and fostering a results-driven, collaborative culture. This individual will drive revenue growth across all tobacco product categories and channels, while ensuring alignment with brand, regulatory, and operational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Sales Strategy & Execution

Develop and implement national sales strategies that align with business goals and drive sustained revenue growth.

Analyze market trends, customer insights, and competitive landscape to identify new opportunities.

Establish sales forecasts, KPIs, and performance metrics.

Leadership & Team Development

Lead, mentor, and scale a high-performing sales team across multiple regions and product lines.

Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Identify skill gaps and invest in professional development and coaching.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner closely with Marketing, Product Development, Operations, and Compliance to ensure go-to-market alignment.

Support product launches, pricing strategies, and promotional campaigns.

Channel Management

Oversee relationships with key distributors, retail partners, and wholesalers.

Expand presence across underdeveloped markets and optimize current channels.

Compliance & Ethics

Ensure all sales activities align with federal, state, and local regulations within the tobacco industry.

Promote ethical practices and a deep understanding of the regulatory landscape.

Qualifications

10+ years of progressive sales leadership experience, ideally in regulated consumer goods (tobacco, alcohol, cannabis, or similar).

Proven track record of driving revenue growth and leading large, distributed sales teams.

Experience building and executing national or multi-regional sales strategies.

Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills.

Deep understanding of B2B and retail sales channels.

Ability to travel as needed (~25–40%).

Preferred Qualifications

Experience within the tobacco or nicotine products industry.

Familiarity with FDA regulations and other compliance standards in the tobacco space.

MBA or advanced degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.

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Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Accounting, Financial Services, and Banking

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