Direct Store Delivery (DSD) Sales Director- Chicago area

Posted 16 days ago

ari zona beverageChicago (IL)

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Manager

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About the role

Ari Zona Beverages, founded in Brooklyn, N.Y. in 1992, is proud to be a family owned and operated American company. Ari Zona’s mission is to offer top quality beverages in uniquely designed packages that are accessible and affordable. Ari Zona Beverages — makers of the number one ready-to-drink Iced Tea in America - holds a unique position in the global beverage industry with its iconic $0.99 big can and “keeping it real” no frills approach to the consumer market. Ari Zona never pays for glitzy advertising campaigns to gain consumer loyalty and is constantly ahead of the curve, carving out trends without the use of focus groups and market research. With a loyal following across various demographics, Ari Zona pulls its own inspiration from its fierce social media following and devoted fan base. SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE Ideal candidate would live in Chicago, IL. States covered include Illinois, Kansas and Missouri.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Work directly with Distributors Brand Managers / Senior Managers / Ownership Work directly with Wholesale Brand Managers / Senior Managers Work directly with Retail Buyers / Category Managers / Ownership Build Revenue / Volume / KPI’s Plans Ability to present out in front of sales teams Ability to manage a Field Sales Team
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS: Proven work experience as a manager in the beverage industry. 10+ years of solid experience in sales, alcohol sales experience a plus. Excellent analytical and organizational skills ( Excel and Power Point required) Must be able to work independently Ability to lead and motivate sales teams at the distributor Availability to travel, as needed with overnight stays Must have clean drivers license. BS Degree preferred SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY Administrative assistant and field personnel
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Home office with travel
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: While performing the duties of this job, the person is regularly required to sit, stand and walk.
OTHER DUTIES: Please note this Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
PERKS & BENEFITS: Please check out some of the perks and benefits of working at Ari Zona by clicking on the link below!

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