(JOB FILLED) Now Hiring Seattle-Based Sales Manager

Chris

Aug 08, 2014

This position has been filled. Watch our blog for future job opportunities at Slayer.

Our Seattle team is growing and we want you to be a part. If sales is your game and espresso your glory, read on.

A full description of this position can also be viewed as a PDF file.

As the leading custom espresso machine manufacturer in North America, with a growing international customer base, Slayer’s next vital step is to add an experienced Sales Manager to our Seattle-based team. The individual in this position will become an essential element in the realization of our vision: to improve and embody the worldwide standard of quality for specialty coffee beverages.

The Slayer team enjoys numerous benefits, including health, 401(k), vacation time, paid holidays, and plenty of delicious coffee.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide high-touch service to clients via phone, email, and Skype
• Pursue sales leads and maintain new account base
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of orders
• Resolve and reduce customer concerns
• Implement best practices to reduce order and sales errors
• Assist management with the preparation of sales reports, forecasts, and annual goals
• Contribute technical and analytical expertise for the development of efficiencies, customer service and sales follow-through
• Translate sales and trends data into real-world strategies that impact margin and bottom line
• Provide management with timely, relevant, and useful information to support effective decision-making
• Establish and maintain internal controls necessary to developing an international sales program
• Assist with the development of website sales program
• Develop staff to boost understandings of sales operations
• Assist with the launch of new products
• Manage trade exposition budget and logistics
• Travel throughout Seattle, the United States, and abroad

Required Skills

• Independence, self-motivation
• Focus and flexibility in a fast-paced environment
• Efficiency while balancing numerous priorities and deadlines
• Strong verbal and written communication
• Exceptional leadership and interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented, inclined toward analysis and problem-solving
• Professional knowledge in all relevant areas:
• Organizational culture, standards, and business goals
• People and project management skills
• Industry practices
• Computer skills, including MS Office, CRM
• Technical knowledge of coffee brewing and espresso equipment

Qualifying Experience

• 5+ years equipment sales, including reporting, budgeting, and forecasting

Note: This position is based in our studio in Seattle, WA. Candidates not currently living in the area should be willing to relocate.

Send resume and cover letter to jason@slayerespresso.com.