Tristen Molinet
About Tristen Molinet
Tristen Molinet serves as the Senior Divisional Sales Manager at Super Coffee in Seattle, Washington, where he has worked since 2021. With a background in sales management and a strong focus on wholesaler relationships, he has over 15 years of experience in the beverage industry.
Work at Super Coffee
Tristen Molinet serves as the Senior Divisional Sales Manager at Super Coffee, a position he has held since 2021. Based in Seattle, Washington, he has contributed to the company's sales strategies and team management for three years. His role involves overseeing sales operations and ensuring the achievement of sales targets in the Pacific Northwest region.
Previous Experience in Sales Management
Before joining Super Coffee, Tristen Molinet worked as the Regional Sales Manager at Craft Brew Alliance from 2015 to 2020. In this role, he managed sales operations in the San Francisco Bay Area for five years. Prior to that, he spent ten years at Olympic Eagle Distributing as the Key Accounts/Marketing Manager, where he developed key accounts and marketing strategies in the Greater Seattle Area.
Education and Expertise
Tristen Molinet earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Social Sciences, with a focus on Sociology, from Central Washington University, where he studied from 2013 to 2015. He also holds an Associate of Arts (AA) degree from Grays Harbor College. His expertise includes managing sales teams, developing Area Sales Managers (ASMs) and Territory Sales Managers (TSMs), and setting weekly goals to drive performance.
Certifications and Professional Development
Tristen Molinet holds certifications as a Certified Beer Server in the Cicerone Program and as a Certified Beer Steward in the Master Brewers Association of the Americas (MBAA) Program. These certifications reflect his knowledge and commitment to the beverage industry, enhancing his ability to manage sales and operations effectively.
Role in Wholesaler Management
In his current position, Tristen Molinet plays a crucial role in wholesaler management. He is responsible for soliciting, building, and maintaining professional sales relationships with wholesalers and end users in the Pacific Northwest and Northern California markets. His deep understanding of the day-to-day operations at beverage wholesalers is vital for achieving the company's sales targets.