Area Manager - Draft Service Company
About The Position
The Area Manager (AM) oversees daily operations, performance, and operational obligations for a defined market, as set by AHFP and directed by the Regional Manager. The role manages daily operations, human resources, contractual obligations, and relationships with brewers, wholesalers, and retail clients. The AM provides direction and leadership to technicians and has multiple subordinates, with the number determined by the Regional Manager. The position reports directly to the Regional Manager and is accountable to the executive team, ownership, operational partners, and other key executive personnel. The AM supports market performance and business growth by managing personnel, budgets, and operational requirements; working with regional and executive staff to execute sales plans; and monitoring market and competitive trends. Limited travel is required within the defined market and periodically to AHFP corporate offices for meetings and training. Typical hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, though hours may vary and occasional evening and weekend work may be needed based on business needs.
Requirements
- Results-driven and self-motivated, with excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
- Proven leadership, team-building, and supervisory experience.
- Competent in managing budgets and financial expectations.
- Working knowledge of beverage dispense systems.
- Ability to learn and retain product-specific information and use it to position product features and benefits to customers.
- Mechanically inclined.
- Three years of successful management experience, preferably in the hospitality segment, and/or an associate's degree is preferred.
- Three years of experience in related industries.
- Limited travel is required; localized travel and periodic travel for meetings and training should be anticipated.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's degree (preferred).
- Strong experience in the beverage dispensing industry preferred.
- Management experience in the hospitality segment preferred.
Responsibilities
- Manage personnel and work closely with BQTs and BSTs, providing guidance, day-to-day oversight, coaching, mentoring, and career-development support.
- Meet the operational requirements and performance obligations assigned to the market.
- Provide line-cleaning route coverage as needed to support operational continuity and customer satisfaction.
- Provide quality leadership, constructive problem-solving, and creative solutions while upholding AHFP Core Values.
- Manage required tools and technologies.
- Work with Regional Managers and executive staff to execute the vision, goals, budget, and overall sales business plan.
- Evaluate market trends, gather competitive information, and identify trends affecting current and future sales growth and profitability.
- Communicate important information to the Regional Manager.
- Evaluate personnel and departmental needs on an ongoing basis.
- Maintain strong relationships with brewers, wholesalers, and retail clients.
- Travel within the defined market and periodically to AHFP corporate offices for meetings and training.
Benefits
- Benefits package valued at more than $10,000.
- 401(k) plan with company matching.
- Medical coverage plans.
- Paid time off programs.
- Paid company holidays.
- Enrollment in the “Stop the Slip” safety program, including non-slip shoes.
- Health, dental, and vision coverage, subject to a 60-day waiting period.
- AHFP-owned cell phone with minutes and data paid.
- Reasonable relocation assistance.
- Company vehicle with gas, maintenance, and insurance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
