Territory Sales Manager Off Premise - SC; Temporary

Territory Sales Manager Off Premise - SC (Temporary Assignment) Base Pay Range

$75,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr

The Territory Sales Manager - Off Premise will be responsible for in account field level execution with excellence and provide channel expertise. The Territory Sales Manager will manage resources (POS & local budget) and support consumer events and drive brand visibility for the MJUS brand portfolio for the off- premise. This role requires strong communication and influencing skills, and ability to deliver brand education to accounts.

The Territory Sales Manager is responsible for proactively managing distributor partners, planning/programming and problem-solving associated with the MJUS brand portfolio. A strong passion for the off- premise is essential for success in this role.

This role will be in the market 80 - 95% (5 days a week in market on average, 2 admin days per month). This is a temporary assignment for 12 months. While there is no guarantee, there may be opportunities for an extension or conversion to a permanent position based on business needs and performance.

• Develops local commercial solutions to improve brand execution and image in market - includes: proper distribution of MJUS brands by type and size, merchandising programs, shelf management positions, drink features and promotions
• Ensures excellent retail execution is being achieved in key accounts.
• Builds Jägermeister and Teremana business in their market according to channel and brand standards with best in class execution.
• Contributes to new ideas and solutions for distributors and retailers in the territory
• Understands pricing, profit and brand economics at account level

• Strategically grows sales volume in key designated market area (DMA)
• Identifies key accounts/opinion leaders/influencers within the channel and occasion strategies
• Conducts staff trainings and tastings in accounts
• Capitalizes on local trends within designated market to inspire future programming
• Executes Jägermeister brand standards centered around a perfect ice cold shot in accounts
• Executes the defined drink strategies while understanding the ability to flex to account needs to build menus and features

• Utilizes BI and sales data tools to analyze ROI and understand the business (e.g., effectiveness of major events, consumer development activities, key account resource allotments, POS effectiveness, etc.)
• Tracks and monitors Point-Of-Sale

• Sets the example and motivates local distributor network to execute commercial brand and channel priorities
• Owns relationships with local Distributors at the account level
• Be the voice of the brand promotes and educates history and production of MJUS Brand Portfolio to consumers, accounts, and distributors

• 0-5 years of experience in Sales or Marketing, preferably in the spirits and/or beverage industry, or any equivalent combination of related education and experience;
  College degree preferred
• Strong relationship building skills and collaborative spirit
• Strong customer service, interpersonal and communication skills (both written and oral)
• Proven success in formulating account strategies and execute against them to drive results
• Willingness to learn selling the Jägermeister way
• Detail oriented and organized; excellent time management skills and ability to multi-task and support numerous projects
• Well-developed influence and negotiation skills; persistent and persuasive
• Frequent travel within territory required; must have valid driver's license and vehicle for travel between accounts within assigned territory
• Must have excellent skills in MS Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint)

• Highly competitive compensation packages - Range 75k + 15% annual bonus
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Yearly wellness stipend (gym membership or fitness classes)
• Generous holiday and vacation policy

Charleston, South Carolina Metropolitan Area