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  • Sector: Sales & Hospitality
  • Function: Spirits Sales
  • Contact Email: npowell@nelsonconnects.com
  • Expiration Date: 14 April 2023
  • Job Ref: Nelson_2175430_1678912718

Job Number: 2175430

Seeking a Spirits Regional Sales Manager - MW with spirits experience to join an amazing client. Someone with MI, MN, WI, and IL territory experience.

Responsibilities:
* Manage General Market channels of distribution in assigned territory
* Interfacing with distributor contacts which includes: attending and/or presenting at wholesale houses with distributor brand managers; implementing work-withs; attending and/or presenting at sales meetings; developing key accounts; targeting top 100 accounts; merchandising products; managing/attending events, promotions, and trade shows
* Sales and merchandising of products in all off-premise accounts
* Direct communication with current on- and off-premise market managers and interfacing throughout assigned accounts
* Managing relationships with key targeted on- and off-premise accounts - establishing, maintaining, and strengthening "Customer Focused" mindset
* Increasing distribution in key off-premise accounts for all products
* Merchandising shelf and positioning, floor displays and window signs in key off-premise accounts
* Establishing, monitoring and maintaining key account information relating to the portfolio and competitive categories
* Other duties as needed

Requirements:
* 5+ yrs. experience in the sale and distribution of beverage alcohol
* Extensive knowledge of area markets and laws governing spirits industry
* Extensive knowledge of effective marketing, promotional and positioning techniques in spirits industry
* Licensed driver of motor vehicles
* Excellent interpersonal skills
* Ability and willingness to frequently travel
* Self-motivated, detail-oriented, team player
* Flexible enough to step into other areas as requested
* Friendly, positive, outgoing and professional
* Able to handle many projects simultaneously
* Advanced ability with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
* Experience and demonstrated ability with Diver or similar program
* Must have a valid driver's license and excellent driving record
* Ability and willingness to frequently travel
* Bachelor's degree in Business or related area, or equivalent years working experience in related area in lieu of degree required
* Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Apply today.

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Temporary Associate Benefits Offered: Weekly benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, EAP, Life/AD and D, STD, Commuter FSA, + state mandated benefits.

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