Territory Manager - Vancouver, Canada - Parallel 49 Brewing Co

Parallel 49 Brewing Co

Verified Company

Vancouver, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Parallel 49 Brewing Company is a key player in the continually growing craft beer industry in British Columbia.

We are looking for skilled and interesting people with great attitudes to complement our team while we continue to be a top employer in Vancouver and the craft beer industry.

Passion for craft beer and exciting Ready to Drink brands is priority #1

Reporting to the BC Sales Manager, the Territory Manager will be responsible for growing all Parallel 49 Brewing products in retail and hospitality accounts through effective management, development, and execution of sales strategies in the
Victoria/Southern Vancouver Island territory.

Adherence to distribution targets and route plans will be critical for the success in this position. The ability to manage multiple brands in both beer and RTD beverages will also be key to this role. Understanding the beverage alcohol industry, including profitability margins and markups will be integral.

A dedication to detail in consumer promotion in both the retail and on-premise channels is necessary, with attention to needs analysis skills during interaction with customers.

Integrity, passion, innovative thinking and in-person presentation skills are essential for this role.

This is a full time, permanent position covering the Victoria/Southern Vancouver
Island Territory.

Perks

Awesome team of people who are passionate about craft beer and sharing our brews with our community 100% coverage of Extended Group Benefits
Retirement Savings Plan employer matching up to 4%
We love to train our people and promote from within

Duties and Responsibilities- Meet or exceed territory sales volume objectives while achieving personal and corporate objectives Manage & achieve and be accountable for annual budget objectives, including volume, distribution and trade expenditure categories. Service and support all retail and select on-premise customers, while growing their passion for our products. Effectively manage and ensure freshness of products and FIFO principles Emphasis on retail space and planning for effective placement of Parallel 49 Brewing Company products at retail store level Follow corporate call procedures to ensure all merchandising and objectives are met through CRM. Execute marketing-based programs while creating independent/specific sales programs for customers when opportunities present. Demonstrate ability to effectively communicate and deliver compelling presentations and/or training sessions Analyze and report on territory sales performance on a monthly basis. Plan and execute and attend events within the assigned sales territory Complete administrative duties on time such as: quarterly, monthly and weekly call plan trackers, customer visit trackers, customer account trackers, pricing surveys, expenses, etc.
Qualifications
years merchandising or sales experience in the Alcohol Beverage industry and/or other consumer packaged goods organization is preferred- You must have and maintain a provincial valid driver's license in good standing with no limitations/restrictions Must be of legal drinking age and hold a valid Serving it Right certificate- Daily travel within assigned territory is required

Periodically lift up to 50lbs as needed
Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or related field is an asset
Previous experience with CRM Software is an asset
A comprehensive understanding of beer styles, production methods, and trends is an asset
Exceptional verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
Business level English language proficiency is required
Strong work ethic and dedication to reaching and exceeding personal sales goals
Effective time management skills and the ability to work well independently with mínimal supervision
Demonstrated ability in negotiation and sales
Passion for craft beer and RTD beverages

At Parallel 49 Brewing Company, we are committed to building a workplace that celebrates diversity, fosters inclusivity, and ensures equal opportunities for all team members and applicants.

We are an equal opportunity employer, driven by our mission of creating great beer, accessible to all.

We value and respect differences in race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, and other dimensions of diversity. Our strong company culture supports our vision of a diverse, open, safe, and respectful workplace.

We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members where we can talk openly, grow our understanding of other's experiences and continue to learn how we can improve in our approaches.