Trade Relations Manager manages, develops, and maintains good relationships with the other members of the trade. Participates actively in the designing and organizing of public relations activities. Being a Trade Relations Manager is responsible for building and keeping good organization image in the trade. Collects, analyzes, and researches the information of the trade to avoid industry risk and identify new opportunities. Additionally, Trade Relations Manager requires a bachelor's degree in area of specialty. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Trade Relations Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Trade Relations Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Our Company
Congo Brands is at the epicenter of where consumer demand meets product development. Through brand partnerships with lead influencers, we are afforded an inside look at what consumers truly desire. E-commerce becomes the laboratory for consumer feedback and serves as a data pool for future retail endeavours.
Congo Brands is a health and wellness brand that sells supplements, fitness snacks, hydration drinks, energy drinks, and more through ecommerce and retail partnerships. Congo Brands houses some of the World’s most noted brands including Alani Nu, Prime Hydration, Prime Energy, and 3D Energy only to include more in the coming years. Congo Brands is on pace to become one of the World’s most noted consumer product brand companies, with revenue growth increasing exponentially year over year. Congo Brand’s goal is to be the go-to ‘Better for You Brand’ for everything from nutritional supplements, energy drinks, snacks and much more.
The Role
The Trade Development Manager (TDM) will manage a set group of distributor partners within their assigned territory.
Key Responsibilities
· Develop and ensure the execution of national and regional account strategies for all company products and achieve sales, profit, and market share objectives for all national and regional accounts and/or programs.
· Develop, manage and/or maximize partnerships to drive improved performance.
· Use objective tools, information, and feedback to establish region and area performance goals and results.
· Participate in monthly sales meetings, either in person or virtually.
· Conduct Monthly Planning and Review (MPR) meetings with all distributor leadership to track, monitor and adjust efforts and produce desired outcomes in all key business segments.
· Ensure distributor executes on designed programs within IRi reporting chains.
Key Skills and Experience Required
· Outstanding sales experience and track record in CPG industry (Beverage Preferred)
· Distributor and Supplier experience preferred
· 3 years’ experience displaying dynamic leadership skills to manage and motivate third party sales teams preferred.
· Excellent communication skills, including presentation and training ability
· Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
· Valid Driver’s License
Education Requirements
· Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
Travel:
· 50%
· This position requires a clean driving record and authorization to obtain your Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) upon receiving and accepting a job offer.
· Valid driver’s license required
Compensation and Benefits Details
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Congo Brands, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, or any other classification protected by Federal, state, or local law.
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