Sales and Marketing Manager

Location: Tuqtuquilal, Lanquín, Alta Verapaz, Guatemala (Flexible)
Type: Part-Time or Full-Time (Flexible for the right candidate)
Ideal Dates: Starting immediately

Tuqtuquilal is looking for a Sales & Marketing Manager who is passionate about community, conscious business, and building a regenerative culture. This person will lead both local and international sales efforts, build meaningful partnerships, and help Tuqtuquilal grow its client base and revenue.

Key Responsibilities:

sales & relationship building

• Build and maintain relationships with local cafes, retailers, and likeminded community organizers in Guatemala

• Identify and nurture relationships with international wholesale and retail partners

• Take and manage orders, coordinate logistics, and handle invoicing and follow-ups

• Respond to customer inquiries and build long-term customer relationships

Marketing & Community Building

• Develop creative campaigns to share our story and the deeper meaning behind our cacao.

• Plan and execute small events, cacao tastings, and community-building experiences

• Support content creation and storytelling across email, social media, and partner channels

• Design and launch an Ambassador Program for aligned individuals and organizations.

partnerships & strategy

• Identify aligned partners for co-branded offerings or collaborative events

• Track and report on marketing and sales performance; suggest improvements for the future

• Help develop new sales channels, both in-person and online

• Identify and develop strategic retail product offerings based on our resource network

Success in This Role Looks Like:

• Selling out of our cacao supply

• Increased recurring revenue with wholesale partners

• Placement in retail spaces for direct to consumer purchases

• More cafes offering ceremonial cacao as a beverage and sourcing from Tuqtuquilal

• Increased brand awareness among people in the cacao world

• More guests coming to stay with us or host retreats at Tuqtuquilal

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills — you’re a natural connector

• Sales, marketing, or community organizing experience

• Bilingual (Spanish & English) strongly preferred

• Passion for regenerative agriculture, plant medicine, and ethical trade

• Organized, proactive, and aligned with our mission and values

Exchange:

• This is a paid position. Rate and structure (hourly, stipend, commission-based, or hybrid) will be determined based on experience and commitment level.

To Apply:

• Send an email to tuqtuquilal@gmail.com with an explanation why would be the best fit for this role. Please share your experiences, skills, and personal values alignment to our project. If we think it’s a good potential fit, we will reach out to set up a video call interview.