What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales and Event Manager position at Ascension Coffee?
About Ascension CoffeeFounded in 2012, Ascension Coffee proudly opened its first café in the Design District and continues to be a pioneer of specialty coffee in North Texas. At Ascension Coffee, we are passionate about sourcing and roasting the world’s finest coffee with a focus on supporting women farmers. Our cafés deliver an exceptional culinary and hospitality experience, featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients and a welcoming atmosphere. We are a collection of coffee and culinary artisans proudly sharing our passion, craft, and expertise in an approachable way.About The RoleThe Sales and Event Manager is responsible for driving sales in the DFW market, focusing on wholesale coffee to restaurants and offices, and private events at our cafes. This role requires a strong background in outside sales. This salaried, exempt position reports to the Director of Operations and collaborates with the Director of Culinary, Marketing Manager, Roastery team, and Café General Managers. It requires a minimum of 45 hours per week, including office work, client meetings, prospecting, sales visits, and in-café events. This is not remote.What You'll DoProactively generate leads for events and wholesale clients through prospecting : Identify and reach out to potential clients through networking, cold calling, and online research.Stay updated on industry trends, competitors, and client preferences to tailor sales strategies.Build and maintain relationships with clients to understand their needs and generate ongoing business.Develop and execute wholesale strategy with consideration to capabilities and brand identity.Meet contact quotas and achieve quarterly sales targets aligned with the annual budget, tracking sales activities, revenue targets and client interactions.Organize and oversee events, including on-site management and food and beverage execution.Gather feedback, analyze event success, and maintain client relationships for future business.Promote passion, engagement, and a positive team culture.Receive and apply feedback effectively, demonstrating adaptability.Build strong interpersonal connections with team members of all skill levels.Communicate clearly and effectively to inspire and align teams.Foster an inclusive, high-quality café culture through thoughtful leadership.QualificationsPassionate about high-quality coffee, food, and beverages.Thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.Collaborative team player with strong listening skills and openness to others' ideas.3 years of experience in sales, preferably in foodservice or coffee.Self-motivated, with strong time management and the ability to work independently.Excellent in-person, phone, and written communication skills.Detail-oriented, analytical, and meticulous.Proficient with Microsoft Office, Google Docs, CRM systems, and tech tools.Occasional travel to 1-2 industry events per year.Able to work on-site for high-profile events, including nights and weekends.#J-18808-Ljbffr
