At Spindrift, we’re making every beverage a positive force of nature. Founded in 2010, we believe the best flavors come directly from nature. That’s why every Spindrift beverage is made the hard way—with real squeezed fruit, never from concentrate. From sourcing the best-tasting fruit globally to maintaining a carefully honed manufacturing process, we believe in doing things the hard way, the intentional way, the better albeit more challenging way, the right way – because, in the end, it's worth it. Spindrift® sparkling water is available nationwide, and Spindrift Spiked® hard seltzer and Spindrift Soda are available in select markets. We are also a proud member of 1% for the Planet, donating to environmental causes. Spindrift is headquartered in Newton, MA.
Job Responsibilities
Build the Brand
- “Own the number” mentality – Deliver the company’s KPIs for the region
- Lead and develop team of Area Sales Representatives with approximately 100 assigned stores
- Ensure team’s product execution meets merchandising standards, including but not limited to the following :
- Executing large and impactful displays
- Stocking shelves, hanging price tags and applying point of sale
- Managing backroom inventories
- Represent the Company at local and regional trade shows & events to promote product sales.
Build Deep Relationship with Retailers and Distributors
Leverage, train and manage key customers, distributors and broker relationships throughout the region while identifying new business opportunitiesBuild credibility and trust with key accounts at buyer and store levelAchieve mutually beneficial agreements through skilled negotiationDevelop a high-level understanding of the customers’ business to effectively forecast regional sales growthManage Trade Spend & Field Activation
Call on Category Managers, District Managers and store level management to sell in promotional activations and display programsExpand shelf space and SKU count in assigned regional retailers through partnerships with key decision makers, and fact-based data-driven sellingMonitor retail activities through in-field work time and review of analytic reportingAbide by company trade spend policies and efficiently work within budgetCompany Culture
Support and contribute to a culture that is consistent with the overall organization and emphasizes the values of the CompanyPartner with teammates and co-workers on various strategic initiatives throughout the year“Carry the bag” mentality – willingness to do whatever it takes any time and as much as necessary to grow the brandRequirements
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in the beverage or consumer packaged goods industryBeverage sales preferredSales experience in all classes of trade including Grocery, Natural Specialty, Drug, Value, Mass ChannelsExperience leveraging CRM mobile toolsCandidate must reside in the Seattle, WA or Portland, OR areaUp to 25% travelBenefits
The salary range for this position is $95,000 to $105,000 and is dependent upon the candidate’s experience prior to joining Spindrift. In addition, we offer the following compensation and benefits :
Short-term incentive programs specific to level and departmentMedical, dental, and vision insurance, with a current employer contribution rate of 80% towards monthly premiums, regardless of plan type selectedCompany-paid life insurance, and a 401k retirement savings plan with a company matchMonthly cell phone allowanceAnnual allowances for personal use of Spindrift product, health and wellness, professional development, and social justice educationA host of voluntary benefits including but not limited to additional life insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability insurance.In addition to any paid leave benefits required by regulation, the company provides paid parental leave, vacation, sick, personal, bereavement, community service, and holiday time