Job Description
Detailed Description
- At Union Beer Distributors, part of the Sheehan Family Companies, we are energetic, diverse, competitive, and growing. We're looking for a German market specialist who is passionate about premium brands, understands the hospitality landscape in Manhattan, and thrives in a fast-paced, relationship-driven environment.
- This is a full-time, territory-based role focused on account development, brand representation, and customer relationship management.
- Territory: Manhattan
- Total Compensation (including bonuses): $55,000–$60,700/year
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain a consistent schedule of in-person account visits each week
- Build and strengthen relationships with current and prospective accounts
- Champion our portfolio of world-class German and European brands
- Increase brand visibility and grow distribution within bars, restaurants, and hotels
- Identify and convert new on-premise opportunities
- Execute account-level promotions and events
- Ensure accurate merchandising and POS materials in all accounts
- Meet monthly/quarterly sales and distribution goals
- Support timely collections of Accounts Receivable as per NY State Law
- Assist customers with inquiries around products, delivery, credit, etc.
What You’ll Bring
- Minimum 2 years of on-premise sales experience in the beer industry (Manhattan strongly preferred)
- Lived in Germany for 5+ years, with deep knowledge of German culture and drinking customs
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Fluent in English
- Proficient with VIP software (2+ years) and Google/Microsoft Suite
- Hospitality management experience is a plus
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Self-motivated, organized, and goal-oriented
- Able to obtain a NY State Solicitor’s Permit
Why join us?
- Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance - $0 in-network deductible, better-than-average premium contribution
- Paid Time Off & 11 Federal Holidays
- 401k Savings Plan with Company Match
- Growth & Development Opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program with Work-Life Services
- Employee Wellbeing Program
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Discounted Pet Insurance
- Personal technology and cell phone plan discounts
- Supplemental Plans available: Disability, Life Insurance, Legal & Identity Protection
- Our employment package provides a top shelf combination that’s difficult to find elsewhere, including competitive pay, platinum-level health insurance, tuition reimbursement, a matched 401K, and so much more.
- The Sheehan Family Companies are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe in an inclusive culture that provides mutual respect with salary advancement based on merit and individual performance. Sheehan Family Companies is committed to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against any protected class. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.
- *In applying for this job and providing your phone number, you are authorizing the Sheehan Family Companies to contact you via text message for recruiting purposes. You may opt out of text messaging at any time.
- Union Beer Distributors , a division of the Sheehan Family Companies, is a beverage distribution company with facilities in Brooklyn, New York and Secaucus, New Jersey. Union Beer’s service area encompasses New York City’s five boroughs and Long Island. Customers are offered an extensive portfolio of world class beer, cider, kombucha, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages. The company is committed to providing the highest level of service in the industry via its expert sales consultation and best in class order fulfillment capabilities. Union Beer proudly supports its local communities through charitable giving and outreach.
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