Sales Director - Cannabis Startup

Toker's Guide (tokersguide.com) is a DC-based start-up and cannabis review site that is rapidly growing. We are looking for a sales hunter - with a passion for cannabis - to spearhead sales to vendors and brands across the Maryland medicinal and recreational 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 Greater Baltimore Metro area and meet with people in-person (must be local).
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Responsibilities Research, find, organize, prioritize, and maintain a list of current and prospective clients Uncover, pitch, and close new business to grow revenue Develop, define, and refine sales strategies, tactics, and processesRecruit, develop, and manage a team of sales associatesCollaborate with founding partners to expand business reach. Skills Sales 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***