District Chain Sales Manager - Rochester, MI

Imperial Beverage•Rochester, MI

20h

About The Position

Imperial Beverage is hiring a District Chain Sales Manager to lead, manage, and hold a team of Account Managers accountable for sales goals and professional growth. The manager organizes and motivates the team, hires talent, and helps local bars, grocery stores, and restaurants make beverage choices that support their success. The role includes visiting accounts and employees, planning each visit, tracking sales goals and opportunities, presenting information at weekly sales meetings, and coaching the team. This is a full-time position based in the Rochester, Michigan area. The manager must currently live in the assigned market or be willing to relocate there and must be available Monday through Friday. The position requires flexibility to work varying hours to accommodate customer needs and special events. Minimum compensation is $68,000 per year, with pay determined based on experience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent education and experience, in Sales and Business Marketing.
Management and sales experience.
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Must live in the assigned market.
Self-motivated with strong organizational skills.
Flexibility 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.

Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and hold the Account Manager team accountable for achieving goals.
Hire talent and support team members’ professional growth.
Plan and conduct visits to accounts and employees, including preparing a plan for each stop.
Train new employees, resolve issues, sample products with purchasers, merchandise, job-shadow employees, provide sales-route coverage, and ensure account standards are met, as needed.
Check in with team members during the day and answer questions or provide support.
Run sales reports to track team goals and identify sales opportunities.
Prepare and present information at weekly sales meetings.
Stay current on industry trends and product knowledge.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus HSAs and FSAs.
401(k) 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.
Weekly pay.
Uber, Lyft, or taxi reimbursement for a safe ride home.
Events and activities across Michigan.
Domestic and international trips to learn about the beverage industry.
Referral bonuses.