Key Account Manager - Southeast

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Artisanal Brewing Ventures (ABV) is a top 10 regional craft alcohol company in the US, made up of 5 long standing, successful craft brands (75+ combined years!):
Victory Brewing, Bold Rock Cider, Sixpoint Brewery, Southern Tier Brewing & Southern Tier Distilling. We have locations in 5 states (NY, PA, OH, VA, NC) including taprooms, production facilities, & our corporate headquarters.

• Competitive Compensation
• Exceptional Health Benefits
  • No Waiting Period to Enroll
  • Immediate 401K Match & Vesting
  • Paid Family Leave
• Ample Product Discounts
• Opportunities for Growth Across 5 Successful Brands

The candidate’s mission will be to support the sales efforts for the company. The Key Account Manager is responsible for profitably managing business results (volume, share, profit) for assigned chain accounts. The Key Account Manager:

• Develops the account sales plan and facilitates its implementation
• Ensures that products and programs are sold to and executed in on and off premise retailers by coordinating the sales, distribution and program execution through chain buying officers and the company system.
• Builds value-enhancing relationships with retailers through category management application, responsive problem solving and proactive relationship management.

Florida, ideally Tampa or Orlando

• Call on buyer, retail operations and any internal/external resources that can influence execution.
• Follow the company’s established call planning and reporting routines.
• Execute account calls in coordination with key wholesaler personnel; sell in objectives consistent with annual plan and communicate call results to network; coordinate execution.
• Enhance/improve/introduce the company’s relationship and alignment with assigned accounts.
• Penetrate customer organization to identify decision makers and influencers, build rapport, trust and credibility.
• Share customer Best Practices across team, regions and distributors.
• Bring category knowledge and retail solutions to the customer.
• Understand and apply appropriate services and retail solutions.
• Own the execution of the company’s portfolio in territory (distribution, display execution, distributor service policy)
• Conduct regional/store visits to check on execution and opportunities.
• Manage local pricing strategy/intelligence and in-market tactics.
• Work with marketing resources to develop and deliver customized programming.
• Utilize sales tools (IRI, Nielsen, VIP) to analyze, develop and implement strategic sales plans.
• Perform administrative duties in a timely manner (expense and mileage reports, work calendar, price surveys, etc.).
• Attend special events, festivals, beer dinners and tastings, as needed.
• Maintain a professional image and demeanor at all times.
• Perform other business related duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree (BA/BS) in Sales, Marketing, Business Administration or related field; MBA is preferred.
• 3–5 years’ sales/marketing experience within a blue‑chip consumer goods company is required.
• Candidate must have proven computer skills and be proficient in Excel, Word and Microsoft Outlook, and have reliable internet access from home.
• Craft beer industry passion and the appreciation of the culture that goes with it.
• Ability to build strong business relationships and work collaboratively with sales/marketing peers.
• Superior oral and written communication skills, including public speaking and presentation skills.
• Exemplary organizational and project management skills.
• Effective analytical skills – basic finance/business acumen.
• Must demonstrate the ability to manage the selling process with chain buyers, executives and owners, alike.
• Must live in the market where the position is located.
• Intensive travel schedule and flexible work schedule will be required, with regular visits to chain stores, convenience stores, bars, restaurants and festivals.
• A valid state driver’s license is required and must be maintained throughout employment period with the company.
• Alcohol Responsibility – The candidate must fully understand that they are a…