Area Sales Manager

Come join a group of CRUSHERS!We're looking for an outgoing and enthusiastic person to join our team as an Area Sales Manager in the Cincinnati area. Help us shake the rust of the Beer Industry and bring FUN back to Beer with Outlaw Light!You will help grow sales by growing volume and securing new distribution in existing and new accounts. Drive brand awareness throughout the market and build relationships with distributors, retailers and consumers.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: This brand ambassador will grow sales by growing volume and securing new distribution in existing and new accounts. They will help to increase brand awareness throughout the market and build relationships with distributors, retailers and consumers.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Promote, sell, merchandise and effectively build brand awareness with retailers and consumer.Identify and pursue new opportunities for distribution in on & off premise accounts and develop new accountsWork with team to develop long and short term growth goals and priorities.Identify and execute activities that will ensure the success of these goals.Be prepared to sell at all times with samples and support materials.Report back to management on weekly progress and market insightsReport back to distributor sales teams with market visit summary, achievements, planned activities and any follow-up assistance that is needed.Develop and maintain relationships with managers and staff in targeted Key AccountsParticipate in beer tastings and assessments for quality control and brand educationEnsure that quality standards are clearly understood and enforced by distributors and retailers.Regular visits to bars, restaurants and other retailersAttend and participate in team meetingsRepresent Tivoli Brewing at select festivals and events as well as at tastings and other promotions.Act professionally at all times, be responsible with alcoholComplete all necessary reporting and communications on a timely basis.Additional duties as necessaryQUALIFICATIONS:Passion and excitement for Tivoli brands and the craft beer industryAbility to follow up, follow through and close salesStrong persuasive skills - ability to identify opportunities and influence decision makingOutgoing personalityExperience and knowledge of the 3-tier system2+ year’s experience in the beverage industryAbility to communicate thoroughly and effectively in a timely mannerAbility to work independentlyStrong organizational & planning skillsAchieve weekly/monthly account call goalsPromote brands through samplings, hand-sells, and promotionsREQUIREMENTS:HS Diploma or GED required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.Flexible work schedule to include nights and weekends/ eventsValid driver’s license with a clean driving record.Reliable, registered and insured vehicleAbility to pass a background checkBENEFITS:Up to $55,000 salary +monthly bonus opportunites401(k)Health insuranceUnlimited Paid time offVision insurance