What are the responsibilities and job description for the Territory Sales Representative Illinois & Wisconsin Market position at Perdomo Cigars?
Position Overview
We are seeking a Territory Sales Representative to manage and expand business within the Illinois and Wisconsin territory. This is a full-time, remote position requiring frequent travel. The ideal Candidate is self-motivated, relationship-driven, and experienced in tobacco, cigar, or consumer goods sales.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and grow an existing portfolio of retail accounts
- Develop new business opportunities within the territory
- Plan and execute in-store events, promotions, and brand activations
- Educate retailers and staff on product lineup and brand story
- Maintain accurate records through CRM tools (Salesforce preferred)
- Analyze market trends to identify opportunities for expansion
- Represent the company at trade shows, industry events, and retailer functions
- Collaborate with management on sales initiatives and territory planning
Territory
Illinois and Wisconsin
➡️ Candidate must reside in the Madison, Wisconsin area.
Qualifications
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work independently while managing a large territory
- Prior sales experience in the cigar industry or related field strongly preferred
- Excellent time-management and organizational abilities
- Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills
- Willingness to travel frequently within the assigned region
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Salesforce experience is a plus
- An understanding of the tobacco and cigar category is highly desirable
We are a family-owned and operated cigar manufacturer headquartered in Miami, Florida, with fully integrated agricultural and production operations in Estelí, Nicaragua. As a vertically integrated company, we oversee every stage of production—from our farms and curing barns in the valleys of Estelí, Condega, and Jalapa, to our fermentation warehouses, sorting departments, premium cigar production floors, state-of-the-art box factory, and packaging facilities. Our Miami distribution center completes the process, ensuring quality from seed to shelf. Every department in our operation is committed to one priority: quality above all.