Community Grains is looking for a Sales & Marketing Manager to work in partnership with the President and General Manager to grow our direct, retail and food service business, as well as maintain our current customer base. A successful candidate would be able to demonstrate a commitment to our values.

Because we are a small company, the Sales & Marketing Manager will need to be comfortable wearing many hats, the average day could include regular travel throughout the greater Bay Area meeting with retailers, bakers, chefs and distributors - a car is a must as is the ability to lift 50lbs when called upon to help make a special delivery of flour. There may also be travel to develop our LA market as well as out-of-state relationships.

A sense of humor, penchant for detail, and ability to quickly switch gears when the unexpected happens is essential.

The ideal candidate for this position is a motivated self-starter, intellectually curious, and is very flexible. We are seeking a candidate with 2+ years of experience working in CPG sales and or marketing. A strong connection to and passion for the local food movement and experience with retail is a plus.

Sales Responsibilities

• Maintain current relationships with retail and restaurant accounts with a customer service-oriented approach and regular in person visits to stores and restaurants
• Manage promotions, demos, category reviews and tradeshow participation through our distributors.
• Manage database of accounts and provide regular reporting on progress
• Establish new retail and restaurant accounts
• Participate in trade shows and events that support and promote Community Grains products
• Contribute to short and long-term organizational planning and strategy as member of the Community Grains team
• Proactively seek out ways to improve our sales processes and channels, relationship management, and product feedback cycles

Marketing Responsibilities

• Update & create marketing materials for sales efforts
• Think outside the box to design and implement marketing programs across channels in collaboration with our partners
• Manage and build on digital marketing efforts including: website, social media, e-commerce, direct marketing
• Source and develop partnerships with good food and nutrition influencers

Requirements:

• 2+ years prior experience in sales, marketing, or account management
• Experience working in a team environment
• Experience growing a company from startup to medium stage is ideal
• Ability to travel locally and overnight (potentially several days in a row)
• Ability to Lift 50 pounds
• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience, advanced degree is a plus

You are:

• Results oriented, resourceful and driven to exceed monthly sales goals
• Able to work independently but also a team player
• Outgoing, personable and friendly, both in person and on the phone
• Passionate or curious about local (and delicious!) food
• Detail oriented with strong analytical and decision-making skills
• Proficient in Mac, with advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Experience with CRM or Marketing Automation Programs – like Pipedrive, SalesForce, Sugar and/or Hubspot – is a plus