Forged Cigars Co. Account Representative (AL, SC, TN & GA)

Working for one of our world-class brands means being part of a great working environment and collaborating with people from all corners of the world on a product you are proud of.

What can you expect as a Account Representative with Forged Cigar Company in the AL, GA, TN & SC territory?

· Increase sales in respective accounts, call prospective customers, establish buying cycles, and create a customer/supplier relationship

· Manage existing business accounts utilizing effective call strategies, conceptual selling, creative problem solving, promotional planning, and merchandising, etc.

· Develop business partnerships with all classes of trade to promote our market leadership

· Secure proper distribution with all channels of trade

· Arrange, manage, and participate in brand-building events in coordination with Events Marketing team

· Manage and maintain records, files, and reports

· Operate district within assigned operating budget

· Prepare sales information for customers

· Establish buying influences, budgets, and purchasing criteria for assigned accounts

· Secure and place orders taking into consideration delivery dates and inventory levels for fulfillment

· Other duties that may become necessary

Your areas of knowledge and expertise (that matter the most for this role):

EDUCATION

· Bachelor's degree (Business degree preferred)

EXPERIENCE

· Prior B2B sales experience in consumer-packaged goods (CPG) is required; experience with luxury/premium CPG is preferred.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

· Basic consultative sales skills

· Excellent written and oral communication skills

· Demonstrated effective negotiation and closing ability

· Strong planning and analysis skills, and sound judgment

· Ability to work well independently and within a team environment

· Ability to use tablet computers, smartphones, and accessories

· Ability to reach overhead, bend at the waist, squat, and occasionally lift/carry up to 35 lbs. unassisted

· Overnight travel will be required, including driving an automobile and travel by aircraft and/or train

· Satisfactory driving record is required and must be maintained

· Incumbent must be comfortable with exposure to cigar smoking

· Excellent time management

We value our employees and in addition to our competitive salaries, we offer a competitive benefit package to our talented team members including:

· Comprehensive Health Care, Vision & Dental Plan

· Flexible Spending Account

· Disability Plans

· Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance

· Additional Supplemental Benefits

· Paid Vacation, Paid Time Off (PTO) days, Holidays

· 401(k) Retirement Saving Plan including a generous Company match

Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.e-verify.gov.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: On the road

Salary : $75,000