Position Summary

ACE Cider is in search of an experienced Market Manager to join their growing team. The Market Manager will work closely with, and report to, the Regional Sales Manager on developing comprehensive sales plans on a regional level for Ace. The Market Manager will be responsible for developing 30-, 60- and 90-day sales plans, in addition to ongoing quarterly and long-term sales goals.

We are the largest (and longest-running) cidery in the Western USA and distributed in all 50 states.

Location: Boston

Salary Range: $60k - $80k/year

Pre-Requisite Requirements

• Passion and commitment to building a brand with an entrepreneurial spirit
• Team-driven, internal drive, a self-starter, passionate, high energy, resourceful, responsible, flexible, and strong organization skills
• 3-5 years of field sales experience in Beverage
• Ability to work in a mobile environment and navigate the assigned territory
• Excellent communication skills
• Capable of analyzing information and assembling presentations for buyers
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) and ability to learn proprietary software applications
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
• Clean driving record required (No DUIs)

Core Responsibilities

• Regular ride-alongs with wholesaler representatives.
• Visit and maintain contact with retailers, restaurants, and bars.
• Fulfill the needs of distributors.
• Communicate on daily basis w/the Sales Director regarding orders, trends, successes, and difficulties.
• Monitor wholesaler’s inventory and depletions.
• Analyze sales data/performance monthly.
• Complete company administration requirements on time and regularly, including expense reports, weekly/month recaps, monthly calendar, budget management, and daily e-mail responses.
• Be thoroughly acquainted with every key decision-maker or decision influencer within accounts.
• 2+ evening promos/staff training and 2+ weekend events monthly.
• Visit a minimum of 8+ accounts per field day.
• Participate in beer samplings, promotions, beer festivals, and all related events.
• Build & maintain relationships by communicating regularly with our distributor sales managers.
• Conduct monthly and quarterly sales meetings/presentations with our distributor’s sales staff.
• Lead our sales team by example and there will be opportunities for this position to grow.
• Meet with wholesaler management teams to set monthly, quarterly, and annual goals and budgets.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Car Reimbursement Plan and Expense Account
• Company Healthcare Plan
• 401k Matching
• Competitive Salary + Bonus

Vintage Wine Estates provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.