Sales Director – Hotel & Travel
Job Description:
• Develop and implement strategic sales plans to drive revenue growth and achieve sales targets for coffee platforms on a regional and national level.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with national and regional chains, distributors, and key accounts to drive sales and maximize business opportunities.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, including new account acquisition, product expansion, and market penetration strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, product development, and operations, to ensure alignment and execution of sales strategies and initiatives.
• Analyze market trends, competitive landscape, and customer insights to identify opportunities for growth and develop actionable plans to capitalize on market opportunities.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with key accounts to maximize profitability and drive mutual value.
• Provide regular sales forecasts, reports, and performance updates to senior management, including insights into sales trends, market dynamics, and competitive threats.
• Stay informed about industry developments, emerging trends, and best practices in the coffee market to inform strategic decision-making and maintain a competitive edge.
Requirements:
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in sales, account management, or business development roles within the coffee or related industry.
• Knowledge of the Hotel/Lodging or Travel (airports) channels is a requirement.
• A highly entrepreneurial spirit evidenced by driving growth in an agile and leanly resourced business will be key to success.
• Proven track record of success in achieving and exceeding sales targets, driving revenue growth, and building strong relationships with key accounts.
• Deep understanding of the coffee market landscape, including knowledge of industry trends, customer preferences, and competitive dynamics.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively influence and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, capable of developing and executing complex sales plans and initiatives.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel (~25%) nationally as needed to meet with key accounts, attend industry events, and represent the company.
Benefits:
• A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position is offered.
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