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
The Chain Execution Manager, Ohio will play a critical role in driving chain account execution and performance across the state. 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.
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 Kroger, Giant Eagle, Walmart, Meijer, Sheetz, 7-Eleven, and others.
- Collaborate directly with the Director of National Accounts and align with the East Coast NAM team 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.
- 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.
Skills Required
- 3+ years of sales experience working with chain accounts in the alcoholic beverage industry
- Valid U.S. Driver's License, dependable transportation, and willingness to travel up to 90%
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Ability to lift and transport up to 35 pounds of inventory and/or advertising displays
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field
- Proven track record building effective relationships with customers and internal associates
- Demonstrated initiative in identifying customer issues, recommending solutions, and executing resolutions
- Military experience
What We Do
Stateside Brands LLC is a Philadelphia-based spirits company dedicated to producing premium-quality beverages. Its diverse portfolio includes Stateside Vodka, Surfside Iced Teas and Lemonades, Stateside Sodas, and Super Lyte Sports Drinks. With a focus on innovation and quality, the company specializes in the production and distribution of premium spirits and has established itself as a significant player in the American spirits industry.
