Area Manager - California
CurrentResponsible for creating and implementing a comprehensive sales plan that will result in exceeding sales goals and KPI's across all trade channels in California including National/Regional Chain and On Premise customers. Work with SGWS Trade Development and Pricing Departments to establish profitable sales-driving pricing promotions, incentive programs, and to maintain necessary inventory levels. Ensure the impact and effectiveness of all pricing levers, as well as internal promotional, travel… Show more Responsible for creating and implementing a comprehensive sales plan that will result in exceeding sales goals and KPI's across all trade channels in California including National/Regional Chain and On Premise customers. Work with SGWS Trade Development and Pricing Departments to establish profitable sales-driving pricing promotions, incentive programs, and to maintain necessary inventory levels. Ensure the impact and effectiveness of all pricing levers, as well as internal promotional, travel and entertainment budgets to ensure maximum profitability for Phillips Distilling Company (PDC). Utilize sales data sources (including VIP) and syndicated data (Nielsen) analysis to identify business issues and opportunities. Construct and deliver unique and engaging portfolio presentations and create compelling sales tools that embrace PDC company standards, programs and initiatives to drive volume and profit.Collaborate with SGWS Account Executives and make HQ calls on key Regional Accounts in California, resulting in over 1,600 new chain POD's in leading customers like CVS, Save Mart, and Albertsons/Vons so far this year.Managed the PDC transition from RNDC to SGWS in June of 2022, including pricing, inventory, goal-setting, sales reporting, kickoff meetings, tastings & trainings, sales blitzes, and the creation of impactful sales tools and compelling incentive programs. Show less