Business Development Manager (Contract)

*PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A CONTRACT OPPORTUNITY*

Responsibilities

• Drive sales growth and market execution across the assigned Greater New York or Los Angeles territory.
• Increase profitable sales volume by expanding distribution, improving merchandising standards, and executing effective promotional programs.
• Participate in route rides, crew drives, distributor market visits, and calls with influential accounts to strengthen retail performance and uncover new growth opportunities.
• Secure additional points of distribution, product displays, secondary placements, cold-box space, and incremental shelf presence.
• Train, motivate, and support distributor sales teams through scheduled education sessions and consistent in-market engagement.
• Perform additional responsibilities as outlined in the complete job description.

Candidate Profile

• 2+ years of sales experience within the beverage, food service, CPG, or broader consumer products industry.
• Previous experience working with distributors, retailers, or direct-store-delivery environments is strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and interpersonal skills.
• A highly motivated, organized self-starter with strong time-management abilities.
• Capable of working independently and balancing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• An entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to remain flexible and adapt to changing business needs.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic sales reporting systems.
• A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current automobile insurance.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to travel regularly throughout the assigned New York or Los Angeles territory.