Retail Trade Sales Representative

Lift Bridge Brewery•Stillwater, MN

17d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Lift Bridge Brewery, we're building something bigger than great beer. We're building a brand, a culture, and a team of people who want to win. We're looking for a driven, relationship-focused Sales Representative to help grow our presence across our territories. This is a hybrid role that blends remote account management (calls, planning, follow-ups) with in-market execution (account visits, events, activations). If you're motivated, organized, and excited about growing a brand in a competitive space, this is an opportunity to make a real impact.

Requirements

2–4 years of sales experience (beverage/alcohol industry preferred)
Familiarity with the 3-tier system and Twin Cities market
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Highly organized with strong follow-through
Self-starter who can manage their time effectively in a hybrid environment
Comfortable balancing independent work with team collaboration
Willingness to work occasional nights and weekends for events
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Ability to lift 30 lbs repeatedly
Proficiency with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, etc.)

Nice To Haves

Cicerone Certification or other beer education
Bachelor's degree in a related field
Previous experience working with distributors or key accounts

Responsibilities

Partner with distributor teams to drive sales, visibility, and execution
Build and maintain relationships with on- and off-premise accounts
Plan and execute a hybrid schedule: Remote work (sales calls, account follow-ups, planning, reporting) and In-market (account visits, ride-alongs, merchandising, events)
Secure new draft lines, features, and placements (on-premise)
Secure distribution, displays, and promotions (off-premise)
Execute retail standards including pricing, placement, and brand visibility
Support samplings, events, and promotions that bring the brand to life
Attend key distributor and retailer meetings
Manage and execute local events, including coordination and on-site representation
Stay organized with reporting, planning, and communication with internal teams