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SUMMARY: Good Boy Vodka is immediately looking for qualified candidates to represent the brand. This position is designed to achieve maximum sales growth in South Florida, focusing on retail and on-premise customers. The successful Area Sales Manager will be challenged to meet or exceed assigned sales goals. The position requires the ability to identify and respond to opportunities that build and enhance brand equity in the market in the long term, as well as maximize sales in the short term. This position must uphold the integrity of the company by following its guidelines and meeting its expectations, goals and mission. Area Sales Manager will report to assigned Regional Sales Director and will work in tandem to achieve sales and distribution goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Secure incremental sales by being in the trade 5 days a weekUtilize company software to document all sales/ account activitiesPartner with GBV Leadership and distributor/ wholesaler partners to develop relationships and build the business within the territoryWork directly with liquor managers and store directors to maximize exposure of GBV portfolio in select marketsManage depletion and distribution objectives for the retail/ on premise channels.Ensure 100% compliance with authorized planners and promotions developed by the various chain headquartersWeekly/ Monthly reporting of execution of key measures of the businessPerform sales support functions to include the use of current point of sale marketing materials and oversight of the shelf space in the specified accountsMaintain continuous communication with the Chain Sales Manager regarding changes in buyer preferences, out of stock situations and retail changesIntroduce new products, reinforce established volume and display activity, ensure vintage rotation/shelf and cold box placement, and monitor in-store promotion resultsStay abreast of business/market conditions (to include building rapport with other vendors), recognize and promote new product and display opportunities within each account and maintain the necessary territory records and administrationWork flexible hours which include some evenings and weekendsPerform other work-related duties and special projects as assigned

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Must be at least 21 years of agePreferred 5 or more years of sales experience in the alcoholic beverage industry with knowledge and passion for both commercial and premium products in a retail environmentAssociate degree and/or equivalent related experience such as Distributor/ Wholesaler management and merchandiser/route sales experienceWell organized with ability to work both independently and within team environmentStrong communication skills, both written and oralCompetitive with a will to want to winAbility to work and succeed in dynamic entrepreneurial environmentPossess a dependable vehicle, valid driver’s license, proof of state car registration and insurance, and an acceptable driving recordUnderstanding of Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to lift and carry a 25+ pound case of product on a repetitive basisAbility to travel within the territory up to 90% of the time, defined as time out of office visiting accountsAbility to pull, push, kneel, bend

Job Type: Full-time

Email Resume to: careers@goodboyvodka.com