Regional Sales Execution Manager - Midwest (IL, IN)

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2 Locations
In-Office
125K-188K Annually
Entry level
Food • Manufacturing
The Role
Leads and develops a regional sales team, translating commercial strategy into in-market execution across accounts and distributor partners. Drives performance through KPIs, coaching, accountability, visibility, distribution, and execution standards. Builds stakeholder relationships, aligns cross-functional teams, and develops future sales leaders. Requires management experience, a bachelor’s degree, strong planning and organizational skills, and the ability to travel up to 50%.
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Sazerac Company Overview

Build your career at Sazerac! With almost 400 years of rich history, Sazerac Company has thrived as an independent, American family-owned company with operations in the United States and around the world. Since the 2000s, Sazerac has averaged double digit growth every year! Sazerac Company produces and markets the most award-winning bourbons and whiskeys in the world, including Buffalo Trace, Pappy Van Winkle, Eagle Rare, Blanton’s, and Sazerac Rye. Additionally, Sazerac owns many popular brands across a range of spirits, including Fireball, Southern Comfort, Seagram’s V.O., Myers’s, Goldschläger, Parrot Bay, 99 Brand, and Platinum Vodka. 


We’re proud of our award-winning culture and distilleries. Our Louisville office has been named one of the “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” four times, and our Buffalo Trace Distillery has earned the title of “world’s most award-winning distillery” through the dedication of our craftsmen for well over 200 years. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced professional, Sazerac provides extraordinary opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting, entrepreneurial industry.

Company/Location Overview

Why Sazerac? 

  • Innovative and Forward-Thinking: Join a company that values innovation and excellence and is driving the future of the beverage industry.
  • Rich Tradition: Join a team with a strong heritage of craftsmanship and quality, creating memorable experiences for our customers.
  • Collaborative Environment: Work in an inclusive, collaborative atmosphere where your ideas and expertise are valued.
  • Career Growth: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities and career development programs to advance your career.
Job Description/Responsibilities

This Regional Sales Execution Manager role is built for a leader who drives results through people and execution—not just strategy. You’ll lead a regional team and work closely with sales and distributor partners to ensure plans translate into strong in-market performance across our portfolio. This is a high-impact role where coaching, accountability, and execution discipline directly influence volume, share, and growth. You’ll shape how we show up in market while building a strong bench of future sales leaders.


What You’ll Do• Lead and develop a high-performing regional team, setting clear expectations and holding teams accountable to execution and results• Translate strategy into in-market execution, ensuring strong visibility, distribution, and performance across accounts• Drive performance through KPIs and execution standards, using data to coach, adjust, and improve results• Build and leverage relationships across distributors and key stakeholders to strengthen execution and expand influence• Align with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery of priorities and speed to market
Qualifications/Requirements

Must

  • Ability to drive results in a complex, high-growth company
  • Strong customer service aptitude, ability to work with all levels of the organization from Field Level to Executive Management
  • Strong planning and organizational skills
  • Demonstrate the ability to work as a team as well as self-directed
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Management experience
  • Experience leading the development and execution of commercial strategies

Preferred

  • Ability to quickly learn new systems/processes

Physical

  • A valid driver's license
  • Ability to travel up to 50%
Culture and Benefits

Sazerac offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401K, paid time off, and more. These benefits may vary depending on location and work type. Learn more about how we support our employees here.


The annual salary range for this role is $125,252 to $187,879. Final compensation will be based on relevant experience, qualifications, geographic location, and internal pay equity considerations.


For roles within our commercial team - the Salary range refers to base salary only and does not include car allowance, annual bonus, fuel or cell phone reimbursement. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package. Sazerac is committed to equality of opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.


What’s Next:

After you apply, a recruiter will review your application and reach out to qualified candidates. Selected candidates will follow our interview process, which may include a phone screen, hiring manager interview, and panel interviews with business leaders. There may be additional steps or assessments throughout the process dependent on the position. Applicants who are not selected to move through the process, at any stage, will be notified via email.

Skills Required

  • Ability to drive results in a complex, high-growth company
  • Strong customer service aptitude and ability to work with all organizational levels
  • Strong planning and organizational skills
  • Ability to work both collaboratively and independently
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Management experience
  • Experience leading the development and execution of commercial strategies
  • Ability to quickly learn new systems and processes
  • Valid driver's license
  • Ability to travel up to 50%
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The Company
5,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1850

What We Do

Sazerac Company is an independent, American family-owned spirits producer and marketer with operations in the United States and around the world. It makes and markets award-winning bourbon and whiskey brands such as Buffalo Trace, Pappy Van Winkle, Eagle Rare, Blanton’s, and Sazerac Rye, alongside Fireball, Southern Comfort, and other spirits. Its portfolio spans more than 450 brands, produced at renowned distilleries.

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