ABOUT ANTELOPE:
Antelope is revolutionizing pet care with its omnichannel platform, launched in August 2021. Our mission? To elevate the lives of pets by offering the very best in pet products through a bold buy-and-build strategy. The name "Antelope" says it all—"Ante" means raising the stakes, and "Lope" signifies bounding forward together. We’re setting new standards in pet care by acquiring, growing, and building top-tier natural pet brands.
Backed by Alpine Investors, Antelope has already made impressive strides, acquiring five standout brands: Bocce’s Bakery, Diggin’ Your Dog / Super Snouts, Doggo, My Perfect Pet, and Ark Naturals. But we're just getting started! With plans to acquire 5-15 more all-natural, premium brands, we're on a mission to become the ultimate one-stop shop for passionate pet parents.
OVERVIEW:
We’re on the hunt for a motivated and hardworking individual to join our dynamic independent pet sales team! Our most successful team members are self-starters with winning mindsets, adeptly managing multiple accounts to achieve ambitious goals.
In this pivotal role, you’ll get to completely own your territory - strengthening business with existing accounts and forging valuable new relationships to drive growth. You’ll have the exciting opportunity to sell all Antelope brands, including Bocce’s Bakery, Diggin’ Your Dog / Super Snouts, Ark Naturals, and My Perfect Pet.
Travel is required for field coverage, including trade shows and sales meetings, which will involve overnight stays. If you're ready to make an impact in the pet industry, we want to hear from you!
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Cultivate and expand relationships with both new and existing accounts.
- Drive lead generation, prospecting, qualification, and closing of potential new customers.
- Educate prospects on the value of all Antelope products and services through compelling pitches and trainings.
- Leverage provided data and CRM tools to enhance sales strategies and pinpoint growth opportunities.
- Effectively manage within a designated trade budget.
- Collaborate with team members and support each other to win.
- Adapt and lend support wherever needed as Antelope continues to grow!
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree.
- At least 1 year of experience; prior sales experience a plus.
- An energetic and outgoing personality driven by a passion for pets.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills that foster genuine connections.
- Ability to engage and captivate audiences with compelling pitches.
- Skilled multitasker who thrives in a fast-paced environment and consistently meets goals.
- Confident decision-maker with a knack for exercising independent judgment.
- Detail-oriented and organized, ensuring everything runs smoothly.
- A positive, can-do attitude that energizes those around you.
- Reliable transportation and a willingness to travel monthly to connect with clients.
- Must love dogs or cats (& treats!).
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Connected remote first culture with a highly engaged distributed workforce.
- Unlimited PTO.
- Competitive compensation.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401K employer match.
- Parental leave.
- Discounted Doggo pet insurance.
- Free treats!