A Bell Group of Companies Looking for Sales Manager at Dartmouth, NS Full Time

Sales Manager

Dartmouth, NS

At Spindrift Brewing we are committed to quality and consistency and brew Nova Scotia’s most approachable beer – the beer our customers want, crafted the way it should be. It’s that simple. Based in Dartmouth, NS with a satellite location in Antigonish, NS we are one of the fastest growing breweries in the province, driven by the increasing popularity of our line of Toller Lagers and Spindrift core and seasonal releases.

Reporting to the General Manager, our Sales Manager will be responsible for growing our business in Nova Scotia and beyond. They will manage our relationship with NSLC, private stores and on-premise licensees in HRM and steer our relationship with our partner reps at Atlantic Spirits and Wines in Rural NS, NB, PEI, and NL ensuring seamless coverage of Atlantic Canada. Additional responsibilities will include:

• Working with GM on general strategy and presentations to category management;
• Promoting new products and increasing distribution opportunities;
• Building marketing plans, ensuring adherence to brand standards and developing merchandising materials;
• Developing relationships with key representatives within NSLC Corporate and private stores;
• Conducting sales calls for higher volume customers and managing ASWL sales amongst agency channels;
• Developing new accounts through prospecting and lead generation;
• Managing retail presentation and promoting appropriate distribution and stock levels for all brands;
• Generating events, activities and promotions to drive brand awareness, community engagement and sales;
• Organizing and promoting product tastings and product education with retailers and consumers;
• Submitting brand listing applications, price changes, and promotions;
• Coordinating weekly orders and communicating new listing details; and
• Compiling weekly and monthly sales reports.

A successful Sales Manager must understand the beverage alcohol business in NS, be organized and driven with a passion for craft beer, our industry, and its culture. They must love working with our team as well as working with external customers and connecting with the people and communities that we service. Providing first-rate service is integral and will help to build our brand throughout Nova Scotia and the Atlantic Region. Much of your time will be spent in the field so you must also be able to work independently. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, being detail oriented, professional, well-prepared, creatively solving problems, establishing priorities, and showing flexibility in changing situations are also key to being successful in this position.

At Spindrift Brewing Co., we embrace diversity across all our operations and foster a respectful and inclusive work environment. Individuals that represent a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills are encouraged to apply. If you’re experience looks a little different than what we’ve identified but think you can rock in this role and want to be a part of our dynamic team, we’d love to learn more about you!

We offer a competitive compensation, benefits and leave package. If you are excited by the opportunity to contribute to a highly successful and growing company and interested in being part of a dynamic team, apply now.