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

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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 Education: * Associate (Required) Experience: * Sales: 3 years (Required) * Marketing: 3 years (Preferred) Ability to Commute: * Concord, NC 28027 (Required) Work Location: In person