Overview Summit Spirits & Wine is a state-wide wholesale distribution company centered on developing our existing supplier and customer relationships, while expanding new relationship opportunities that support the distribution and sales of Spirits, Beer, Wine, and Non-Alcoholic beverages, including mixers and concentrated juices.
Key Account Executive - Off Premise
The Key Account Executive is responsible for handling the national grocery customers in Nevada. This person must build and maintain a strong relationship with the client. They will be responsible for achieving customer objectives, Key Performance Indicators, and targets by implementing strategies and tactics while managing customers in a manner that will achieve profitable short-term & long-term growth.
Key Account Executive - Duties and Responsibilities
- Developing a strong and trusting relationship between major key clients and company
- Resolving key client issues
- Developing a complete understanding of key account needs
- Anticipating customers' needs
- Managing communications between key clients and internal teams
- Strategic planning
- Negotiating deals with the client and establishing a timeline of performance
- Follow up through the sale process
- Working with design, sales team, creative, advertising, logistics, managers, marketing, and team members
- Collaborating with the sales team to maximize profit by up-selling or cross-selling
- Using sales data to inform customers of their performance and opportunities
- Meeting all client needs and deliverables according to proposed timelines
- Analyzing client data to provide customer relationship management
Key Account Manager Requirements and Qualifications
Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficientlyGoal-oriented, organized team playerEncouraging to team and staff; able to mentor and leadSelf-motivated and self-directedExcellent interpersonal relationship skillsEager to expand the company with new sales, clients, and territoriesAble to analyze data and sales statistics and translate results into better solutionsBachelor's degree in marketing, business administration, sales, or relevant field; Master's degree preferredFour to five years' previous work experience in sales, management, key account management, or relevant experienceExcellent verbal and written communication skills; must be a listener, a presenter, and a people-personBasic computer skills, and experience with Microsoft Office Suite, with emphasis on Excel / PowerPoint skillsStrong negotiation skillsAbility to multitask and manage more than one client accountProven results of delivering client solutions and meeting sales goalsMust have a valid driver's license and be able to operate a motor vehicle.The position requires the use of a personal vehicle.