Outside Sales And Merchandiser Representative

*Job Summary:* Weruva’s Regional Sales Manager/Merchandiser is responsible for representing Weruva’s many brands throughout their sales territory.
This exciting and fast-paced position requires a spirited and competitive Regional Sales Manager who will support, educate, and grow our current customers while continually seeking out new opportunities to expand their territory.
This is not a traditional sales role; to be a Regional Sales Manager at Weruva it requires relationship building, knowledge of digital marketing tools and strategies available to B2C retailers, a love for animals of all kinds, and a drive to win the sale! *Responsibilities* *:* * *Overview*– The Regional Sales Manager will be responsible for managing customer growth through daily face to face sales and merchandising calls to customers, thus establishing and maintaining customer relationships.
You will also develop an effective and productive working relationship with distribution partners inside and outside sales teams.
* *Sales*– You’ll introduce and close sales of new products with existing and new customers, generate sales orders to new and existing customers, and support sales growth through merchandising and positioning products in the best possible scenario for each location.
* *Education*– As a Regional Sales Manager you’ll educate customers and consumers via seminars on key pet problems and how diet can improve health.
You will also help inform customers on how they can better sell Weruva products through education, promotions, and with the use of marketing tools.
* *Budget*– You will be required to operate within an established sales budget as provided by your Sales Team Leader.
* *Travel*– You’ll be required to travel within your territory, up to 60% overnight travel, as well as travel to bi-yearly sales meetings.
You’ll be required to maintain a professional working image in self and your work environment, including your vehicle.
* *Continued Education*– Required continual education to stay informed on the latest industry products and changes.
You’ll also attend bi-yearly sales meetings to continually develop your product knowledge and improve sales skills.
* *Outgoing personality*– In conjunction with your own personality, you’re required to convey the unique brand attributes and voice of Weruva through all communications.
You’ll also be expected to maintain an ethical and cooperative relationship consistent with company image and goals.
*Skills & Requirements:* * 1 Years Retail/Customer Facing Job Experience and or/Bachelor’s Degree Or Equal Education & Life Experience * Experience using Google business suite, iPad, CRM, mobile phone, and basic computer skills.
* Comfortable with public speaking, and ability to communicate clearly and concisely both written and verbally.
* Ability to demonstrate time management and organizational skills in both digital and analog environments.
* Must hold and maintain a valid driver’s license and a safe driving record.
* Must have a safe and well-maintained vehicle for travel.
*About Our Team:* Our small and growing sales team has the enormous responsibility of representing a unique pet food brand throughout North America.
Some days are exhausting, some days are immensely rewarding, but every day we educate and inform people about a better way to feed their pets.
That makes us happy, and we think it’ll make you happy too.
*About Our Company:* Weruva International was founded in 2006, a few years after David and Stacie rescued their first cat, Rudi, from the streets of NYC.
Because of their love and affection for animals, one rescued cat soon became three, and WeRuVa was born.
Weruva produces high quality pet foods for the independent pet channel (distributed globally) and from our humble beginnings, we’ve grown our market share to number one within our food category.
To this day, Weruva remains a family company, wholly owned and operated by David and Stacie Forman.
*Job Benefits:* * Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance * Generous Holiday and PTO program * Pet adoption leave (Adopt a pet and take the day off for pawternal leave!) * Personal pet feeding program * Mileage Program *Physical Requirements:* * While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a tablet and telephone keyboard reach, stoop kneel to lift product up to 30lbs.
* Light to moderate lifting is required * Ability to uphold the stress of frequent traveling * Regular, predictable attendance is required Job Type: Full-time Job Type: Full-time Pay: $55,000.
00 - $70,000.
00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Schedule: * Monday to Friday Supplemental pay types: * Bonus opportunities Education: * High school or equivalent (Preferred) License/Certification: * Driver's License (Required) Work Location: On the road