Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Beverage Trade Network (BTN) is a global beverage industry platform connecting various stakeholders in the beverage sector. They are seeking an International Sales Executive to drive participation in their competitions and trade shows by building relationships with beverage producers and managing the sales process effectively.
Responsibilities
- Prospect and contact wineries, distilleries, breweries, importers, and beverage brands globally
- Conduct outreach via phone, email, LinkedIn, and virtual meetings
- Present the value and benefits of the Competitions
- Manage the complete sales process from prospecting to conversion
- Follow up with leads and maintain an active sales pipeline
- Achieve monthly sales and revenue targets
- Maintain accurate CRM records and activity reports
- Build relationships with winery owners, export managers, sales directors, marketing managers, and beverage producers
- Understand customer objectives, target markets, and growth plans
- Provide professional guidance and support throughout the customer journey
- Maintain relationships with existing entrants and encourage repeat participation
- Research and identify new wineries, distilleries, breweries, and beverage brands worldwide
- Build prospect databases and sales lists
- Execute outbound email, LinkedIn, and phone outreach campaigns
- Work closely with the marketing team to convert inbound inquiries into sales opportunities
- Develop a strong understanding of the global wine, spirits, and beer industries
- Learn how producers approach exports, distribution, retail, and hospitality channels
- Stay informed about industry trends and market developments
- Become a trusted industry resource for customers
Skills
- Minimum 2 years of experience in sales, business development, account management, or customer-facing roles
- Excellent spoken and written English
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Comfortable making outbound calls and conducting virtual sales meetings
- Self-motivated, target-driven, and organized
- Experience using CRM systems and sales tools
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment
- Experience in wine, spirits, beer, hospitality, FMCG, media, events, or B2B sales
- WSET Level 1 or higher
- Understanding of wine varietals, wine regions, appellations, and major spirits categories
- Familiarity with wineries, distilleries, breweries, importers, and distributors
- Experience with LinkedIn Sales Navigator and international prospecting
Benefits
- Monthly Retainer + Performance-Based Commission
- Work with beverage producers from around the world.
- Gain exposure to international wine, spirits, and beer markets.
- Build relationships with winery owners, distillers, importers, distributors, retailers, sommeliers, bartenders, and buyers.
- Develop expertise in the global beverage industry.
- Earn additional income through a performance-based commission structure.
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