Smog City Brewing Co. Jobs

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Smog City Brewing Co. Jobs

Join our hard working, beer loving, community minded team!

Take a look at our open positions and if the role seems like a good fit, apply away! We are looking forward to meeting our next potential teammates.

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Sales Rep (Coastal LA/OC )

Smog City Brewing is looking to expand our sales team. Smog City Brewing Co. is a family-owned and operated craft brewery in Torrance, CA devoted to producing a wide variety of creatively inspired and exceptionally balanced beers. Smog City Brewing Co. prides itself on making beer everyone will love and love to share. With four taprooms to choose from around Los Angeles County and distribution throughout central and southern California, fresh Smog City beer is never too far away. In addition to making world-class beer for their community, Smog City Brewing Co. is also a proud 1% for the Planet member since 2017.

The Sales Rep will be accountable for ensuring that sales goals are met by strategically increasing sales volume through sustainable growth. They will utilize strategic selling skills and customer buying habits to target new accounts and maintain long-term relationships.

Primary Duties

Job duties may include, but are not limited to:

Responsible for increasing distribution and volume of Smog City products across both on & off premise accounts
Manage an account list of on premise & broad market accounts from the Palisades, Culver City down to Laguna Beach
This role will be asked to check in on other areas as well depending on needs
This position will be in charge of maintaining and growing the breweries footprint in Smog City’s backyard
Conduct sales calls (core sales via distributor as well as direct self-distro products)
Self-distro deliveries, including loading kegs and cases of beer, dropping them off at an account, and collecting payment.
Use time efficiently to balance sales, events and relationship management
Complete weekly recaps/breakdowns of what was accomplished each week (Monday recaps sent to the wholesaler)
Prioritize growth of placements as well as volume including but not limited to events
Conduct an average of 2 events per month. Events are to be held at retail accounts with the purpose of educating customers about Smog City beers
Work with the wholesaler to manage brand growth in the market
Build great relationships with key accounts
Improve velocity in accounts by building displays, driving distribution, resetting coolers, displaying POS items, educating retail employees, hand selling, sampling, securing features, and developing promotional programs
Communicate with all departments as necessary
Participate in beer festivals and company events as needed
Embody the Smog City Brewing Co. culture in everything you do
Maintains responsible expense planning to achieve maximum return on investment

Requirements

1-3 years of sales related experience – beverage industry preferred
Communication: This position requires excellent communication skills across voice, email, and use of slack/messaging app.
Highly motivated self-starter willing to get results and grow volume and loyalty for the Smog City brand
Ability to multitask & prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
Work morning, afternoon, night, and/or weekends as needed
Be a team player
Ability to manage a budget
Industry Knowledge and existing relationships are a plus
Good interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with individuals and groups at accounts, wholesaler & brewery
General craft beer & draft system knowledge is preferred
Clean driving record
Must have access to a reliable vehicle
Exceptional time management skills

Minimum Physical Requirements

Must be in good physical condition and able to maneuver in tight/confined spaces.
Must be able to walk, sit, stand, crouch for extended periods of time.
Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs. and maneuver at least 165 lb kegs.

To apply to any of our open positions, please send your resume along with a cover letter to ilovebeer@smogcitybrewing.com and be sure to include the job title & location in the subject line.