It's been a big week for Hawthorn Brewing Company. Newly purchased by the Dixon Hospitality Group, they're primed for expansion and are looking to take on a sales manager in Melbourne to help them do so.
JOB DESCRIPTION: SALES MANAGER
Seeking motivated and results driven sales manager to take on all aspects of sales function for our expanding craft beer co in the Melbourne Market.
Hawthorn Brewing Company (HBC), an award winning Melbourne based craft beer company, requires a driven sales professional to join our team as State Sales Manager in Melbourne. This role will be responsible for continuing to grow the brand across on and off premise locations, national chains, wholesalers and various banner groups as well as maintain and build on existing accounts..
Skills, Knowledge and Experience
To succeed you will possess:
- 6 years previous experience in all aspects of on and off premise liquor trade or a similar FMCG as a minimum.
- experience in dealing with major national chains as well as key wholesalers.
- an extensive professional network,
- a passion and knowledge of the craft beer industry is highly desirable.
- a knowledge of retail strategies, SKU placement, margins and returns, and POS opportunities
- the ability to sell the benefits of craft beer and know what it takes to make a sale.
- excellent communication skills and ability to develop and maintain relationships at all levels.
- knowledge of MS Office suite of products (incl Excel, outlook, word).
- the ability to work autonomously, whilst meeting sales and growth strategy targets is crucial.
- excellent time management and organisational skills are also required as is the ability to provide timely information to the management team.
- the ability to think outside the box and add value to the experience for our customers and consumers.
- customer service is of paramount importance so an ability to multitask, stay ahead of the game on issues and be a pro-active thinker are all highly regarded.
- experience in managing sales staff is advantageous.
- own car and drivers license are essential.
We are looking for someone to hit the ground running with this role and put their own stamp on it.
What we offer:
- competitive salary + super + commissions.
- a fun and faced past industry going through a huge growth phase.
- advancement opportunities.
- product training and support.
- a work environment that values its employees and actively seeks input and ideas.
Some weekend and after hours work will be required in representing HBC at trade shows and in store tastings.
If you are looking to take charge of an exciting role and relish the challenge of continuing to drive and manage our brand in a booming market, then please send your CV and cover letter to peter@hawthornbrewing.com.au.
Applications close February 15, 2017.
Only short listed applicants will be notified.
