National Account Manager (Convenience & Petroleum)- Ohio
AriZona Beverage Co., Frankfort, Kentucky, United States
AriZona Beverages, founded in Brooklyn, N.Y. in 1992, is proud to be a family owned and operated American company. AriZona’s mission is to offer top quality beverages in uniquely designed packages that are accessible and affordable. AriZona 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. AriZona 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, AriZona pulls its own inspiration from its fierce social media following and devoted fan base.
SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE The ideal candidate lives in Ohio. This role will oversee Ohio, Western and Central Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Kentucky.
Responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with key accounts. Work with buying and sales teams to increase sales and productivity.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Manage Ready-to-Drink (RTD) tea and take home business; set and monitor sales targets.
Manage multi-million case C & P customers.
Work in tandem with field personnel; create assortment, pricing, promotional strategies, etc. Network with key customers to identify and address specific needs.
Develop and maintain relationships with customers to ensure long-term success.
Act as the liaison between customers and internal teams ensuring client’s requirements are met.
Identify and attract prospective strategic customers.
Ensure brand consistency.
Collect and analyze sales data and trends.
Maintain high customer satisfaction ratings, according to company standards.
Liaise with sales and marketing departments to set and implement strategies for new products.
Stay up-to-date with internal and external developments and suggest new ways to increase sales.
Other duties may be assigned, as needed or required
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
7+ years experience in beverage sales (alcohol sales a plus)
Demonstrate ability and experience in Manager, National and Regional C&P Chains
Experience with market retailers (Sheetz, Circle K and True North experience a plus!)
Knowledge of Beverage IRI and VIP experience necessary
Experience in forecasting, sales planning and financial reporting
Ability to travel within a region
Proven successes in delivering sales goals and objectives
Ability to build and maintain strategic working relationships with distributors and accounts
Strong communication, interpersonal, influencing, negotiation, time management and presentation skills required
Demonstrable experience in negotiating and meeting client’s requirements
In-depth understanding of sales performance metrics
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY Buyers, Sales Team, when required or necessary
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.
Please check out some of the perks and benefits of working at AriZona by clicking on the link below!
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SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE The ideal candidate lives in Ohio. This role will oversee Ohio, Western and Central Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Kentucky.
Responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with key accounts. Work with buying and sales teams to increase sales and productivity.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Manage Ready-to-Drink (RTD) tea and take home business; set and monitor sales targets.
Manage multi-million case C & P customers.
Work in tandem with field personnel; create assortment, pricing, promotional strategies, etc. Network with key customers to identify and address specific needs.
Develop and maintain relationships with customers to ensure long-term success.
Act as the liaison between customers and internal teams ensuring client’s requirements are met.
Identify and attract prospective strategic customers.
Ensure brand consistency.
Collect and analyze sales data and trends.
Maintain high customer satisfaction ratings, according to company standards.
Liaise with sales and marketing departments to set and implement strategies for new products.
Stay up-to-date with internal and external developments and suggest new ways to increase sales.
Other duties may be assigned, as needed or required
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS
7+ years experience in beverage sales (alcohol sales a plus)
Demonstrate ability and experience in Manager, National and Regional C&P Chains
Experience with market retailers (Sheetz, Circle K and True North experience a plus!)
Knowledge of Beverage IRI and VIP experience necessary
Experience in forecasting, sales planning and financial reporting
Ability to travel within a region
Proven successes in delivering sales goals and objectives
Ability to build and maintain strategic working relationships with distributors and accounts
Strong communication, interpersonal, influencing, negotiation, time management and presentation skills required
Demonstrable experience in negotiating and meeting client’s requirements
In-depth understanding of sales performance metrics
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY Buyers, Sales Team, when required or necessary
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.
Please check out some of the perks and benefits of working at AriZona by clicking on the link below!
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