National Kroger Chain Manager (Wine Jobs: Sales & Marketing)

Full Time

  Kobrand Wine and Spirits

  Cincinatti, Ohio

Currently, we are searching for a dynamic, highly motivated and goal-oriented National Kroger Chain Manager to be based in the Cincinnati Ohio.  This individual will be responsible for all aspects of sales to Kroger, working with suppliers, distributor managers and sales people, conducting special events, and providing market information to the Director of National Chains.

Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities of the position include the following (other duties may be assigned as needed):

 

  • 55% Account management / 30% Distributor management / 15% Administrative duties
  • Maintain a key account list and develop personal relationships with key decision makers and managers
  • Work with local distributors and sell the Kobrand portfolio to Kroger’s various banners nationally. 
  • Educate / Inform / Motivate Chain and Distributor Salespeople
  • Support local Kobrand Market Managers with distributor management along with providing input and support to planning and review meetings.
  • Perform market sales and distribution blitzes and surveys
  • Propose and conduct off-premise chain promotional events to promote our brands at the consumer level
  • Accountable for increasing distribution and case volume within Kroger
  • Identify market trends and opportunities and propose action plans to Director of National Chains.
  • Manage market universe POS needs

Qualifications:

  • A minimum of 5 years calling on National or Regional Accounts with multiple state responsibility, preferably with Kroger
  • Must have proven track record in developing new business, managing existing accounts and maintaining business relationships
  • Must have exceptional closing skills, strong verbal/written communication and organizational skills
  • Passion and knowledge of wine, wine regions and the wine industry (CSW a plus)
  • Bachelor’s degree required
  • Strong computer skills are a MUST (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)
  • Ability to travel 50% of time

Kobrand Corporation offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. Only resumes that include salary requirements will be considered. No agencies please. Our company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

How To Apply

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