BECOME OUR BEST INGREDIENT...

Bring your talent to the mix at Empire Merchants, a world-class distributor of fine wines and spirits. Quality people are our best ingredient for success in this thriving, established industry. We are currently seeking exceptional people looking to grow their careers at a premier Distributor of Choice that serves more than 10,000 NY Metro area restaurants, hotels, clubs and retail outlets. In return, Empire Merchants can offer you the perfect combination of competitive benefits and compensation, superior industry training on all levels along in a fun, high-energy environment. Want to look forward to Mondays?

POSITION SUMMARY

We are currently seeking an extraordinary Field Sales Manager who achieves sales volume and distribution objectives of the company and suppliers by managing and coaching a team of sales representatives to make their standards of performance goals through proper planning, organization, training and execution.

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESULTS

Pre-plans prior to the beginning of each sales period by holding a one on one meeting with each representative, strategizing on how best to achieve goals and objectives, and when applicable, helping representatives define target accounts. Conducts effective one on one weekly sales meetings with sales representatives by communicating sales objectives and programs, identifying opportunities, reviewing performance against goals, and guiding team members on how to close gaps.

Develops and reviews performance enhancement plans for each sales representative by maintaining training files, conducting evaluations, monitoring 90 day evaluations on new hires, performing coaching calls, filling out MBOs and following up on progress as needed.

Addresses any skill deficiencies of sales representatives by developing customized coaching plans, tracking progress and recording improvement against them.

Demonstrates strong customer orientation by maintaining relationships with key accounts, identifying account opportunities, performing customer business reviews, developing opening orders with new accounts, selling-in resets of stores, managing open territories and resolving customer complaints.

Participates in the associate interview and selection process by working with human resources to source candidates, schedule interviews, conduct interviews, and manage the on-boarding process.

Manages supplier surveys by planning routes, pre-surveying accounts, conducting survey with supplier, recapping the survey and scheduling sales representatives as needed.

Coordinates supplier ride-withs by collaborating with Business Managers in the scheduling of sales representatives.

Resolves customer issues by following appropriate administrative processes and company policies and escalating issues to management as appropriate.

Completes all necessary training programs by attending, participating, and passing all required tests as defined by management. (e.g. Sales Skills, WSET, Pocket Advantage, Diver).

Maintains professional and industry knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications and establishing personal networks.

Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.

Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.

Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
The Field Sales Manager supervises those sales representatives on his/her team.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education, Certifications and /or licenses:

High School diploma or equivalent required.
Bachelor’s degree in related field and/or equivalent training and work experience.
Ability to hold a Solicitor’s Permit is required.
Valid driver’s license and ability to operate a motor vehicle preferred

Experience:
A minimum of 5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge/Skills:
An understanding of wine and spirits is required. WSET Certification ( I, II, III any of the levels ) preferred.
Previous spirits and wine sales management experience preferred. Experience as a Sales Representative for a large distributor preferred.
Must be a results oriented professional with excellent verbal/written communication skills using diplomacy and discretion as well as strong customer service skills.
Ability to multi-task, work independently and/or within a team, pay attention to detail and meet deadlines.
Proficient PC skills using MS Office (Excel and PowerPoint) and other various computer programs including presentation software.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Empire Merchants offers a competitive compensation package including:
Salary Range: $70,000 - $90,000 plus annual bonus potential and eligible for sales incentives
Monthly Automobile allowance, travel reimbursement
16 Observed Holidays, PTO, vacation accrual
Health Plan options (medical, dental, vision, disability coverage, life insurance, parental leave, and other voluntary plans), 401K (with Company Contributions).
Flexible Spending Account and Pre-Tax Transit Commuter Program, industry certifications (WSET), tuition reimbursement and more.
The range is an estimate for this position. The company will evaluate a specific candidate's education, skills and experience when making an offer