Sales Coordinator

Join one of the largest private consumers’ - packaged goods companies in the United States with a broad portfolio of iconic brands including Zest, Coast, VO5, Salon Grafix, Rave, Brut, Sure, Pert and more. 

We are seeking an ambitious  Sales Coordinator and Business Development Manager who is a self-starter and can also work in a dynamic team setting with other high-performance professionals. This person will support multiple retail channels including Dollar, Value, Drug, & White Space (ex. Ulta, etc.).  This candidate will ensure Field Sales support of line review materials (presentations), innovation samples and Trade Show/Broker activity.  This is a full-time position and reports to the SVP of Sales- Westport CT.  The requirement will be working inside the office only 2 days a week and them remote the balance. 

Responsibilities: 

• Assist in the implementation of the Skin Cleansing and Hair & Conditioning branding and trade story.  
• Sales analytics, PowerPoint sales presentations, incremental fund tracking process, management reporting & overall developmental responsibilities
• Sales reporting.  Excel driven but through our proprietary system called Qlik
• Manage the sales sample process to include coordinating and partnering with the product development team, artists and the trade marketing team to deliver the necessary samples.    
• Manage the sales creative request process to include supporting the creation of the process, training, implementation to streamline the process, increase trackability and accountability. 
• Assist with overall execution of key Sales programs including facilitating digital and social media assets and facilitation of customers website maintenance 
• Manage internal SharePoint site for central presentation and asset access for external usage
• Direct responsibility for growth will be our Telesales channel which is our direct sales channel that has high growth potential

 Requirements: 

• 2-5 years’ experience in a Sales or Marketing role 
• Comfort and experience in a fast-paced environment
• Must have great attitude, teamwork skills, energy and the ability to overcome obstacles independently.
• Excellent project management and time management skills 
• MS Office Suite.  Preferred candidate possesses advanced skills in Excel & PowerPoint
• Superior interpersonal skills; Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people 
• Ability and desire to attend customer trade show events
• Experience with International customers and export sales helpful
• Graphic art and design background would be interesting- not required

High Ridge Brands, headquartered in Westport, Connecticut, is focused on providing high-quality personal care products at a compelling value. Today, High Ridge Brands has a portfolio of trusted, iconic brands serving skin cleansing, hair care, and oral care markets primarily across North America and Europe. Its brand portfolio includes Alberto VO5®, Coast®, LA Looks®, Rave®, Salon Grafix®, Thicker Fuller Hair®, Brut®, Pert®, Zest®, as well as several licenses such as. With offices in Westport, CT, High Ridge Brands has a global presence. The company operates an asset-light business model, outsourcing most of its manufacturing needs, and currently has approximately 60 employees worldwide. 

High Ridge Brands is a portfolio company of Windsong Capital.  Windsong Capital Partners ("TCP") is a private equity firm formed to invest in companies in the branded consumer products and retail space.  Windsong Capital seeks to invest in consumer or retail companies with underdeveloped or growing brands at attractive valuations in strong segments in the consumer space.

Additional information can be found at www.highridgebrands.com and https://www.tengramcapital.com/

We offer competitive compensation and great benefits! Interested candidates should forward resume, cover letter and salary requirements to careers@highridgebrands.com.