District Sales Manager - Battle Creek, MI

Imperial Beverage•Springfield, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Imperial Beverage is seeking an experienced and driven sales manager to lead a team of Account Managers. This role involves guiding the team to support local bars, grocery stores, and restaurants with their beverage choices. The position is full-time and requires previous sales and leadership experience, with availability Monday-Friday. The ideal candidate must currently reside or be willing to relocate to the Wayne County area.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent education and experience) in Sales and Business Marketing
Management and sales experience required
21 years of age or older
Must live in 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 teams accountable while hitting goals.
Stay organized and motivated to impact sales, hire talent, and help the team grow professionally.
Check the schedule for the week to see what accounts and employees will be visited.
Create a plan for each stop, which can include product samples, reviewing sales numbers, and ensuring the account succeeds.
Check in with the team throughout the day to answer questions and see if they need anything.
Train new employees, resolve issues, sample products with the purchaser, merchandise, job shadow an employee, provide coverage for a sales route, or ensure we are meeting account standards.
Run sales reports for the team to track goals and identify sales opportunities.
Prepare and present information at weekly sales meetings.
Lead and coach the team.