Our client, a technology startup based in San Diego, is looking for a motivated National Account Manager to join their team and facilitate the exciting growth of their wholesale and distribution division.
Reporting to the CMO, this person will help improve the company’s market position through new and existing sales in various retail outlets across the country, as well as build strategic partnerships across industries.
This position requires a highly experienced sales professional with a history of leading sales teams representing top quality brands, with a focus on superior customer service, sales forecasting, and world class sales team leadership.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work with distributors to support their efforts in placing products in brick and mortar retailers
- Support the in-house sales and marketing staff for distributors by supplying necessary in-store collateral, promotional materials and creative assets to promote their brand
- Identify and build relationships with leading dispensaries, smoke shops and vape shops nationwide to ensure their products are in the top retail outlets
- Acting as the brand ambassador, coordinate store visits to educate store staff and promote products by ensuring each has the right merchandising displays and products are presented professionally
- Ideate, create and run in-store customer events in coordination with distributors
- Represent the company at B2B and B2C trade shows and consumer events
- While in the field, identify and communicate to management top-level brands that could be potential co-marketing or collaborative partners
- Provide executive team ideas and insights to improve products, services, and sales based on data collected during store visits
- Identify and pitch accounts/partnerships that are outside of the cannabis/tobacco industries
EDUCATION AND REQUIREMENTS:
- Valid state motor vehicle operator’s license and ability to obtain and maintain auto liability insurance in accordance with State laws
- Ability to work flexible hours which include early mornings, evenings, and/or weekends
- Ability to work overnight travel as required; up to two weeks per month
- Ability to participate in business meetings, company initiatives, tradeshows and events upon request
- Stay apprised of federal, state and local laws affecting the cannabis/tobacco industries
- Demonstrate an entrepreneurial spirit
- Goal oriented, focused, and assertive individual who needs little direction or supervision
- Excellent verbal communication & presentation skills
Compensation: $55-$65k plus commission
If this sounds like the position you have been waiting for, please apply using the online application or the link below - all inquiries are strictly confidential. Our focus is to assist you to make your best next career move, and we will not use your information for any other purpose.
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