Market Development Representative - Philadelphia, United States - Spindrift

Spindrift

Verified Company

Philadelphia, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

In March 2021, Spindrift announced it's launching of a delicious, cleaner take on hard seltzer - Spindrift Spiked Sparkling Water.

Come join the team and play a critical role as we continue to grow our newest product across the US.

The Market Development Representative (MDR) should be based in Philadelphia and willing and able to travel up to 80% of the time throughout Pennsylvania.

This role will build the brand through direct account selling, distributor relationships, and in-market distribution, display and sampling execution.

The MDR will maximize distribution and be the main point of contact for both on and off premise accounts in the assigned territory.

Responsibilities for the role include:

Launch & Manage Spindrift Spiked

Inmarket expectations: 4.5 days per week visiting 60 accounts (on premise, large format, convenience, chain & independent accounts).
Sell in displays, new points of distribution, and demos by partnering with distributor reps & DMs.
Ensure visibility and quality standards in all accounts.
Communicate market and competitive insights to internal team to leverage inmarket data and trends.
Encompass an entrepreneurial mindset to identify and capitalize on inmarket opportunities.
Work diligently to become a topofmind supplier to increase market share for Spindrift Spiked& Spindrift Sparkling 16oz
Align with our distributor network to ensure focus on Spindrift Beverage Co. portfolio at accounts & geographic territory through regular communication, support, and education.
Leverage all selling resources to support KPIs at accounts, including programming execution, sampling, POS, etc.
Develop and maintain relationship with key account and distributor contacts, to ensure collective success and execute against Spindrift Beverage Co. priorities and goals.

Embrace the Spindrift Company culture

Support and contribute to a culture that is consistent with the overall organization and emphasizes the values of the company.
Partner with teammates and coworkers on various strategic initiatives throughout the year.
Exhibit "Carry the bag" mentality willingness to do whatever it takes any time and as much as necessary to grow the brand including demos, display selling/building and market blitzes outside of home territory.

Requirements:

1+ years of experience working in alcoholic beverage
Demonstrated sales record and success working with distributors preferred
Selfmotivated with a proven history of delivering against KPI's
Proficient use of Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook
Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fastgrowth, startup environment
Excellent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills
Outstanding organization skills and strong attention to detail
Willingness to do whatever it takes to get the job done, with ability to work long & flexible hours, including some nights and weekends for events/festivals
Role model for the company's culture
Must be able to lift a case of product (40lbs) regularly with the ability and desire to physically assemble large displays
Must have regular access to a vehicle and be able to travel on a regular basis, up to 80% of the time

Benefits
In addition to the salary range for this position ($60K - $70K), Spindrift offers the following compensation and benefits:

short-term and long-term incentive programs specific to level and department

- medical, dental, and vision insurance, with a current employer contribution rate of 80% towards monthly premiums, regardless of plan type selected

Companypaid life insurance, and a 401k retirement savings plan
Monthly cell phone allowance and car allowance
Annual allowances for personal use of Spindrift product, health and wellness, professional development, and social justice education
A host of voluntary benefits including but not limited to additional life insurance, shortterm disability and longterm disability insurance, pet insurance, commuter benefits, etc.
In addition to any paid leave benefits required by regulation, the company provides paid parental leave, vacation, sick, personal, bereavement, community service, and holiday time