Sales Activation Manager - Chicago
$55,000–$65,000 year
On-site · Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Summary
Field-based Sales Activation Manager in Chicago overseeing engagement with national, regional, and independent accounts; lead weekly visits to high-volume retailers, drive SKU distribution, shelf placement, displays, promotions, and in-store programs; manage relationships with retailers, brokers, and third-party merchandising partners; develop new opportunities within independent channels; support item launches and retail programs; lift product displays and ensure timely reporting via retail tools; collaborate with field marketing, participate in weekly planning, and travel extensively within the assigned territory to deliver growth; requires 2-3+ years of consumer goods sales experience, strong CRM proficiency, excellent communication and relationship-building skills, and a willingness to frequently travel up to 95% and work non-standard hours; high school diploma or equivalent is required; valid U.S. driver’s license with a clean driving record; salary range $55,000–$65,000 with eligibility for a biannual bonus.
Required Qualifications
- 2-3+ years of consumer goods sales experience, preferably in beverage, distributor sales, or related industries
- Experience in Conventional, Natural, Convenience, and Independent retail channels strongly preferred
- Strong business acumen with an entrepreneurial mindset
- Comfortable with daily face-to-face customer interactions
- Proficient with CRM platforms and field sales reporting tools
- Excellent communication, relationship-building, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Passion for understanding consumer behavior and identifying opportunities to drive growth
- Must reside within the assigned territory
- Ability to regularly lift up to 40 lbs and build large product displays
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Teams preferred
- Ability to analyze data and translate insights into actionable recommendations
- Valid U.S. driver’s license with a clean driving record
- Travel required up to 95%
- Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, overnight shifts, and other non-standard hours as business needs require
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