Stateside Brands is a rapidly growing spirits company dedicated to crafting premium-quality beverages– Surfside Iced Teas and Lemonades, Stateside Vodka, and Stateside Vodka Sodas. With a focus on innovation and quality, we take pride in our diverse portfolio of products that reflect our commitment to excellence.
Job Summary
Reporting to the Sr. National Account Manager, the Chain Execution Manager, Florida will play a critical role in driving chain account execution and performance across the region. With a 100% focus on national and regional chain accounts in both off- and on-premise settings, this role will ensure alignment with national goals and maximize impact at the local store level. This role may be based in any major metropolitan city in Florida.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive sales, new distribution, displays, and features in chain accounts through local and store-level decision-making opportunities.
- Manage relationships with key chains such as 7-Eleven, ABC, Circle K, Wawa, Walmart, Publix, Total Wine, Winn Dixie, Target, and others.
- Collaborate directly with the Directors of National Accounts and align with the Sr. NAM and NAMs to ensure priorities reflect National Accounts’ goals.
- Work in the market 80% of the time alongside ASMs, SMs, and distributor partners to prioritize chain objectives within individual wholesaler territories. This role is expected to cover an average of 2,500 miles each month.
- Actively monitor competitor activities, including pricing and promotional strategies, and adapt to market dynamics.
- Represent Stateside Brands at retailer events, samplings, and consumer engagements to elevate brand visibility and credibility.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- 3+ years of sales experience working with chain accounts in the alcoholic beverage industry
- Valid US Driver’s License and willing to travel up to 90% with dependable transportation
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Ability to lift and transport up to 35 pounds of inventory and/or advertising displays
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field
- Proven track record in building effective relationships with customers and internal associates.
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative and be proactive in identifying customer issues, recommending solutions, and executing effectively to ensure resolution.
- Proven track record in building effective relationships with customers and internal associates.
- Military experience is a plus.
Compensation
- Estimated Base Salary Range: $105,000-$125,000 USD.
- Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, and qualifications.
- The salary range refers to base salary only and is not inclusive of the total compensation package.
Stateside Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, national origin, disability, uniform service, veteran status, age, or any other classification protected by Federal, state, or local law. Stateside Brands is also a military-friendly company and values military community talent, including veterans, National Guard and Reserve members, and military spouses.