Sales Director - Cannabis Startup

Sales HunterToker's Guide (tokersguide.com) is a rapidly growing online platform providing connoisseur reviews, guides, and information to help consumers discover top-rated dispensaries, cannabis products, and strains in the medical and recreational cannabis markets. We are looking for a sales hunter with a passion for cannabis to spearhead sales to vendors and brands across the New York marijuana marketplace (and beyond). Ideal candidates will have experience (with a verifiable track record of success) leading sales efforts in a fast paced start-up-like environment. This role is mostly remote but does require the ability to travel throughout the area and meet with people in-person (must be local).ResponsibilitiesResearch, find, organize, prioritize, and maintain a list of current and prospective clientsUncover, pitch, and close new business to grow revenueDevelop, define, and refine sales strategies, tactics, and processesRecruit, develop, and manage a team of sales associatesCollaborate with founding partners to expand business reach.SkillsSales and Sales ManagementTerritory and Account ManagementNew Business DevelopmentPresentationsStrategyCommunication, NegotiationWork experience in the cannabis industry desired, but not required.Excellent writing skills including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.Vast knowledge of cannabis in various forms preferred.Experience with photography and lighting a plus.Trustworthy!Punctual and deadline-oriented!Kind!***21+ only***