Chain Account Manager - South Lyon, MI

Imperial Beverage • Brighton, MI

3d • $44,000 - $55,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Imperial Beverage is hiring a full-time, chain-account-focused Account Manager to sell beer, wine, and spirits to customers in an assigned territory. The role involves managing sales routes, developing account plans, supporting product placement and replenishment, and building strong customer relationships while expanding knowledge of beverage categories. Candidates must have previous sales experience and be available Monday through Friday. They must live in the assigned market or be willing to relocate to the Oakland County area.

Account Managers work independently in a fast-paced environment and balance multiple priorities while pursuing sales goals and responding to customer needs. The position includes a minimum compensation range of $44,000–$55,000 per year, with total compensation increasing through commission earnings and potential bonus and incentive pay. The posting also describes opportunities to work with suppliers, participate in community events, and develop beverage-industry knowledge.

Requirements

• Previous sales experience is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must live in the assigned market or be willing to relocate to the Oakland County area.
• Must have a reliable vehicle and cell phone.
• Must be available Monday through Friday and flexible to work varying hours to accommodate customer needs and special events.
• Ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with various types of people.
• Desire to stay up to date on industry trends and product knowledge.
• Ability to attain a Michigan Liquor Control Commission license.
• Ability to lift and carry an average of 30 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Beverage sales experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review the day’s sales route using an iPad.
• Plan for each account visit, including selecting product samples and identifying products that could help the account succeed.
• Visit assigned accounts and meet with purchasers or managers.
• Support products in accounts by filling shelves, rotating products, checking backstock, tracking replenishment needs, and responding to account needs.
• Discuss and obtain approval for replenishment and new product placement.
• Upload orders.
• Create a recap after each account visit to support the next visit and notify merchandisers of updates.
• Rewrite beer, wine, or cocktail lists with accounts as an additional opportunity.
• Sample and learn about products with suppliers as an additional opportunity.
• Hand-sell products to consumers at beer or wine dinners as an additional opportunity.
• Volunteer at local festivals as an additional opportunity.
• Assist with store resets as an additional opportunity.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus HSAs and FSAs (for full-time employees).
• 401(k) plan with Traditional and Roth options, employer match, and immediate vesting.
• 3.5 weeks of PTO starting in year one, accruing from day one with rollover.
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.
• Paid volunteer time.
• Paid parental leave (for full-time employees).
• Weekly pay.
• Uber, Lyft, or taxi reimbursement when a safe ride home is needed.
• Events and activities across Michigan.
• Domestic and international trips to learn about the beverage industry.
• Referral bonuses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED