Develop and execute strategic sales plans crafted to exceed sales targets and expand market
Identify and prioritize new business opportunities through proactive prospecting and networking efforts
Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers
Lead full sales cycle from lead identification to sold, including communicating product offerings, negotiating pricing, programs, and securing commitments
Collaborate with internal teams, including marketing, operations, and customer service, to ensure flawless execution of sales initiatives and outstanding customer satisfaction
Supervise market trends, driven activity, and customer feedback to find opportunities for creative go-to-market strategy, and experience improvement
Collaborate with KDP counterparts on RTM strategies including DSD deliveries as well as broadline distribution
Consistently meets or exceeds segment sales & revenue forecasted goals
Submit weekly trackers and recaps with objectives, results, barriers, and opportunities
Requirements
Bachelor's degree required
3-5 years’ beverage experience including a focus on foodservice accounts and distribution
DSD sales & marketing experience preferred
Experience with Vistar, USG, Canteen, Aramark, Sodexo, Eurest preferred
Strong negotiation skills and ability to close sales effectively
Results-driven mindset with a focus on exceeding targets and driving business growth
Enjoys working in a very fast paced and evolving hyper-growth environment
Highly customer focused with the ability to build and maintain positive relationships
Excellent communication and social skills
Highly organized with the ability to handle multiple projects against deadlines
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, and specifically Microsoft PowerPoint
Willingness to travel 50-70%
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision coverage
Disability insurance
Health savings account
Flexible spending accounts
Tuition reimbursement
401k match of 100% on up to 5% of eligible pay
Fertility and childcare assistance
12 weeks of parental leave at full pay after six months of continuous employment
Employee assistance program
Fitness discounts
Wellness reimbursement
On-site gym access (certain locations)
Paid time off including 120 hours of paid time off, 11 holidays, paid volunteer time off, and military service leave
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