Colorado Sales Manager

Reports To

CEO

Job Type:

Full Time (Salaried with Commission)

Job Overview

Cerebral Brewing is looking to add a talented and motivated Colorado Sales Manager to our team to further the growth of our nationally recognized and award-winning brand. The primary purpose of this position is to run a profitable sales program in alignment with Cerebral’s brand values. This includes setting and executing the overall sales strategy and overseeing all in-state wholesale (including self-distribution and distributor partners). This role will work closely with other functions of the business, including Operations and Marketing.

Job Responsibilities

• Establish overall sales strategy, including product placement, current market presence & new opportunities, competitive landscape, and pricing & margin strategies across entire self-distribution and distributor footprint
• Train and develop the self-distribution delivery team with an emphasis on coaching and account touches as well as accounts receivable and keg shell pickups
• Manage in-state distributor relationships with a focus on market presence and chain placements
• Train, schedule and oversee Brand Ambassadors that will assist with on- and off-premise account activations throughout the market
• Provide feedback to Director of Operations regarding production volume, draft and package forecasting, inventory allocations and sales volume
• Regularly visit top customers and respond to quality issues
• Oversee inventory in the market - confirm that Cerebral product is fresh and in proper rotation
• Keep thorough, up-to-date notes and data in the CRM - including account contact info, new and closed accounts, and potential leads
• Execute On and Off-Premise promotions and periodic special events with the goal of generating brand awareness, in collaboration with Marketing & Events Manager

Qualifications

• Natural self-starter with a propensity for strategic thinking
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Colorado craft beer industry and emerging trends
• Experience in opportunity and problem recognition, analysis, and solution planning as it relates to leading a sales team
• Minimum of 3 years of Management success and experience with a combined total of 5 years of Alcohol/Beverage Sales experience
• An inherent sense of urgency and ability to drive action in a timely fashion
• Ability to take initiative and work with a limited amount of direction; ability to work both independently and within a team collaboratively to accomplish goals
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Flexible schedule: available to work evenings/nights as needed
• Position requires computer proficiency – proficient in Microsoft office suite, Google suite, mobile apps, and CRM

Salary & Benefits

• $65,000 - $75,000+ - Adjusted based on experience and past performance. Range is inclusive of incentive compensation based on meeting comprehensive sales goals
• Two weeks of paid time off to start - increases with tenure
• Competitive health care, vision and dental coverage; mostly covered by the company
• Monthly taproom allowance
• Monthly health/wellness stipend
• 401(k) with up to a 100% employer match on the first 3% of salary and 50% match on the next 2% with immediate vesting
• Company cell phone plan
• Charitable donation matching 
• Paid continuing education

To apply please submit your cover letter and resume through our website - https://cerebralbrewing.com/jobs/.

Cerebral Brewing is an equal employment opportunity employer and implements policies and practices that do not discriminate against applicants and employees.