Stone Brewing

We put people first to create badass beer and amazing experiences. We're quality fanatics and head over heels for hops.

Area Sales Manager

SalesSalesFull TimeRemoteTeam 501-1,000H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

Texas

Posted

25 days ago

Salary

$75K - $82K / year

Bachelor Degree6 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

• Partner with Regional Sales Manager to develop volume, distribution, and execution targets for distributors in designated territory • Lead distributor facing communication, strategy, and relationship within area • Manage distributor inventory and shipments to ensure appropriate in-stock rates of all Sapporo-Stone items • Manage co-op budgets with distributors, ensuring that the budgets and spending are always updated • Manage pricing along with the Regional Director/Manager throughout the specific region, including FOBs, recommended PTRs and PTCs for every distributor within territory • Build relationships with key wholesaler team members including General Manager, sales leadership, each channel manager, and other key personnel • Ensure flawless execution of programs by distributor personnel and internal sales team • Drive execution of all chain programs (i.e. distribution, promotions, programming) and authorizations through distributor execution and sales team support • Build skills and capabilities of any team members by working with them on a weekly basis and providing coaching and development on sales core competencies • Adhere to agreed-upon dollar budgets and all company policies as set by management and the company • Stay current within the competitive landscape both in the retail and beer space, and seek out new opportunities to increase sales and penetration within territory • Provide market insights to the Regional Director and other cross functional team members as needed • Promote ongoing education for regional sales team on both our brand portfolio as well as the broader beer industry • Work with distributors approximately 60% of the time, with the remaining 40% of the time focused on getting out in the market, approximately 25-30 retail account visits a week

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in related field
  • 5-7 years of related sales experience within the food or beverage industry, preferably in alcohol beverage sales and working within three-tier system
  • Proven track record managing complex sales, sales programs, and portfolios of initiatives through excellent influence and customer service skills
  • Effective and persuasive communicator with outstanding presence, presentation and negotiation skills that constantly strives for simplicity and clarity
  • Solid execution skills with a passion for getting into the details where appropriate to make effective decisions and drive results
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Power BI and iDig (including KARMA)
  • Flexibility to travel as needed, including weekends where necessary to drive sales and connect with customers
  • Regular travel required to retail accounts. Must have a clean Motor Vehicle Record, valid Driver’s License and reliable transportation with vehicle insurance in good standing
  • Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Health Insurance
  • 401K
  • Bonuses for Eligible Team Members
  • Company beer perks program and discounts
  • Paid Time Off - including Vacation accrual, Sick Leave, and 12 paid Holidays
  • Benefit programs supporting Financial Wellness, Health & Wellness and Career Development

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