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Sales Manager (Supporting Suntory RTD Company)
San Diego, CA
Posted Nov 22
$90,000 - $95,000
Core Accountabilities:
• Identify new on and off-premise accounts to sell-in and promote Suntory RTD Company brands in assigned territory
• Identify new on and off-premise accounts to sell-in and promote Suntory RTD Company brands in assigned territory
• Maintain all existing accounts and grow account base
• Achieve or exceed volume and distribution goals in assigned territory
• Account pre-plan with agenda, purpose and opportunities with a post-review of goals and conversion rates
• Identify, build and maintain 25 high end and highly visible “Showcase Accounts” within assigned territory that has the following: brand listing on drink menu and/or menu board, backbar placement, drink special feature minimum 1x per quarter and point of sale visible in decision corridor
• Build strong distributor relationships to achieve a winning “Share of Mind” beyond our brand and scale
• Maximize and maintain visibility on shelf, displays and in cold box through facings, POS and pricing management
• Merchandise accounts by selling in and building displays, utilizing “Point of Sale” improving display visibility to maximize points of interruption within location
• Conduct weekly bartender and wait-staff trainings
• Develop and maintain positive partnerships with key account buyers & bartenders
• Develop & Execute promotional events calendar to drive trial and brand awareness
• Build strong distributor & customer relationships to achieve a winning “Share of Mind” beyond our brand size and scale
• Fully understand and be able to clearly communicate features and benefits of our brands as well as competitor brands
• Fully understand and be able to clearly communicate features and benefits of our brands as well as competitor brands
• Develop and maintain overall beverage alcohol and RTD/FMB category knowledge
• Recognize competitive activity and assess impacts/opportunities for Suntory as a result
• Preparation and timely submission of required reports
• Manage budget to maximize effectiveness
• Scheduling and execution of off-premise promotions/samplings/demos
• Planning and execution of trade, industry, distributor and consumer-facing events
• Create and maintain account files with up-to-date information
• Some evening and weekend hours are required
• Field-based role with extensive driving to accounts
• Field-based role with extensive driving to accounts
Skills, Education, & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree, Business preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Minimum of 2 years previously related sales experience – Alcohol Beverage or CPG preferred
• Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, reliable transportation, proof of registration and insurance
• Candidate must be physically able to lift 40 lbs. on a regular basis
• Ability to obtain a “CA responsible beverage server” certificate
Personal Characteristics:
• Ability to obtain a “CA responsible beverage server” certificate
Personal Characteristics:
- Results Driven – Achieves goals and meets deadlines
- Organizational Skills – Ability to prioritize, organize, and execute in a fast-paced demanding environment
- Interpersonal Skills – Ability to develop and maintain internal and external relationships
- Strategic Thinking – Creative thinking to provide unique solutions
- Competitive/Entrepreneurial – Owns territory, accounts and results
