Special Projects Sales Manager

For the past 162 years, Swisher has been an industry leader known for its iconic products and commitment to high quality standards. With a rich history, Swisher serves adult consumers through a diverse range of businesses, including Swisher Sweets Cigar Company, Helme Tobacco Co., Hempire, Rogue Holdings, and Drew Estate: The Rebirth of Cigars. We have a passion for people and helping them build rewarding careers. If you’re ready to create excitement and drive what’s next in the industry, we’d love to hear from you.

The Special Projects Manager (SPM) is responsible for managing Swisher sales volume within an assigned area and work sales target areas as designated. The SPM is responsible for organizing, leading, and supporting company projects' testing and execution while providing competitive intelligence to direct leadership. The specific responsibilities of this role vary, dependent on the needs of the geographic region and trade channels assigned.

Key Responsibilities

• Facilitate the completion of a program, project, event, or product release as assigned by field leadership.

• Consult, advise, and engage with retail, wholesale, and chain partners on new product test launches, merchandising testing, new channel exploration, category management, and business analytics to help improve their business performance.

• Manage sales, distribution, and in-store product display positioning within a given geography, including merchandising and point-of-sale. Follow and record all call reporting procedures as required.

• Responsibly sell company initiatives to retail partners, including new products, limited-time offers, (LTOs) promotions, and pricing strategies.

• Develop and utilize the Swisher’s CRM platform to track, measure, and analyze progress against key sales & marketing initiatives.

Qualifications:

Required

• Minimum of 3 years of CPG sales experience
• Must be at least 21 at the time of employment
• Enthusiastic and goal-driven with the ability to follow up and follow through proactively
• Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to build relationships and work well with all levels of the organization and externally with customers and buyers
• Proficient in MS Office - Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook & Word

Education: High School Diploma

• Travel: This role requires travel, including overnight travel. Travel requirements are contingent on the designated territory and are subject to change depending on business needs.

Preferred

• 5 years of CPG sales experience

Education: Bachelor’s degree

Physical Requirements:

• May be sitting and/or using computers for prolonged periods of time.
• May be standing for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to visit and move around at convenience stores, warehouses, and other work sites, including the ability to climb a ladder or maneuver in tight or small places.
• Ability to lift, carry, and otherwise transport work-related materials that frequently weigh up to 25 lbs. and that may occasionally weigh in excess of 25 - 45 lbs.

What we offer:

• Base salary and bonus program
• Company vehicle for business and personal use
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance effective on date of hire
• Generous 401(k) Plan
• Defined Contribution Plan
• Paid vacation and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career!