Now Hiring - Artisan Ice Sculptures - Sales and Marketing Manager in Concord, NC

Full description of the position

About Us

: Artisan Ice Sculptures and Cocktail Ice specializes in two things: turning frozen water into jaw-dropping art and elevating cocktails with crystal- clear ice. Our company crafts custom ice sculptures for events, weddings, and brand activations, while also producing high-end cocktail ice for top-tier bars, restaurants, and private clients. We're growing fast and looking for a Sales and Marketing Manager to help us scale both sides of the business while keeping our brand as sharp as our chisels. Job

Overview

: This role is ideal for someone who's equal parts relationship builder, strategic thinker, and creative marketer. You'll lead sales and marketing efforts across both our event/art-focused sculpting services and our hospitality-driven cocktail ice offerings. You'll connect with chefs, bartenders, event planners, and brand managers -- selling unforgettable experiences and products that stand out in a crowded market.

Key Responsibilities

: Sales (B2B & B2C):

• Drive new business for both custom ice sculptures and premium cocktail ice
• Develop and manage relationships with bars, restaurants, hotels, caterers, event planners, and private clients
• Respond to inquiries, provide quotes, invoicing using QuickBooks, close deals, and manage client accounts from pitch to delivery
• Identify upselling opportunities and create tailored client packages
• Maintain sales pipeline, track performance metrics, and forecast growth Marketing:
• Create and execute integrated marketing strategies to grow brand visibility and customer base
• Develop content and campaigns for web, social media, email, and print
• Collaborate with photographers, videographers, and designers to produce visually striking assets
• Manage digital marketing: SEO, paid ads, email campaigns, influencer collaborations
• Organize and promote seasonal campaigns, product launches, and branded activations Brand & Community Engagement:
• Represent the brand at events, expos, industry mixers, and tastings
• Build partnerships with local and national brands in hospitality, beverage, and event design
• Stay ahead of trends in cocktails, event aesthetics, hospitality, and luxury experiences What We 're Looking For:
• 3+ years in sales and/or marketing, ideally in hospitality, events, food/beverage, or luxury services
• Proven track record of closing deals and growing client accounts
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and storytelling skills
• Strong understanding of digital marketing, social media, and branding
• Well-connected in the bar/restaurant or event planning industries (a big plus)
• A love for detail, design, and the art of presentation -- whether in a drink or on a dance floor

Compensation

& Perks:

• Competitive base pay + bonus
• Paid time off
• A creative, fast-paced environment with room to grow
• Opportunities to help shape a growing brand at the crossroads of art, hospitality, and craft Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour Expected hours: 36 - 40 per week

Benefits

:

• Paid time off Schedule:
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime Ability to Commute:
• Concord, NC 28027 (Preferred) Work Location: In person