Golden Hippo is hiring a
Inside Sales Specialist

Summary

Join a dynamic team as an Inside Sales Specialist and contribute to the growth of Golden Hippo pet brands by driving distribution, marketing programs, and building strong relationships with independent pet stores across the Eastern U.S.

Requirements

• Ability to interact and motivate partners including Store Managers and store personnel
• Self motivated and self directed with the ability to perform well with limited direction
• Detail orientation and great follow through
• Ability to convey information clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• Skilled in active listening and presenting ideas to diverse audiences
• Understanding and meeting customer needs, ensuring satisfaction, and resolving issues professionally and promptly
• Persistent personality and proactive attitude, taking ownership of tasks, and demonstrating resourcefulness in identifying and pursuing opportunities for improvement
• Required Education: Business degree or equivalent experience
• Required Experience: 1-2 years of sales related work experience or recent college graduate in a business related field

Responsibilities

• Engage with assigned small and independent pet stores to introduce new products from existing brands
• Ensure stores are fully equipped with relevant merchandising materials and consumer sales tools to promote product movement
• Ensure assigned stores are actively participating in company-led marketing initiatives and online training programs
• Invest trade funds strategically to secure new product distribution or secure prime in-store display space
• Leverage sales data to identify stores with slow-moving inventory or latent ordering patterns and work to maintain and improve shelf position in these locations
• Assist the Territory Sales Manager (TSM) and participate in both trade and consumer events as needed to support overall sales efforts

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage – We cover 100% of premiums for medical, dental, and vision plans for employee-only plans
• Through our charity sponsorships, you can make a positive impact on communities worldwide. We’ve donated over $6.1 million to date
• We match up to 3.5% of your 401k contributions
• 6 paid sick and mental health days, an Employee Assistance Program, free weekly yoga and meditation classes, and additional mental health benefits
• Invest in your future with our Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Professional development opportunities with mentorship, continuous learning programs, and performance-based pay increases
• Tuition reimbursement program which reimburses eligible tuition expenses up to specified amounts
• Celebrate your accomplishments with our Win of the Week, Spot Bonus, Work Anniversary, and Shout-Outs programs
• Reimbursements for a portion of personal cell phone and internet usage for eligible employees
• For those coming into our Woodland Hills, CA office, you’ll find a fully stocked kitchen and a free on-site gym
• Virtual and in-person company events like our annual holiday party, happy hours, and virtual cooking nights