Market Sales Manager

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moorland recruitmentChicago (IL)

Sales Managers Wine and Distilled Alcoholic Beverage Merchant Wholesalers

SENIORITY

Senior

SALARY

$90,000–$125,000

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About the role

Market Sales Manager – Wine (Off-Premise) Chicago, Illinois$90,000–$125,000 base salary, depending on experience + BonusBonus, benefits and travel package to be confirmed This is a hands-on commercial position focused entirely on the off-premise market. The successful person will grow the brand across grocery chains, liquor retailers and other high-volume retail accounts throughout the Chicago market. We are looking for somebody who understands how to take a growing wine brand and turn new distribution into genuine sales. You will work closely with retail buyers, distributors and individual stores to secure listings, improve visibility and ensure that agreed activity is executed properly in market.

The Role:

Develop and grow relationships with grocery chains, liquor retailers and key regional accounts
Win new listings, placements, displays and promotional opportunities
Manage existing key accounts and identify further growth opportunities
Work closely with distributor teams to improve distribution, availability and retail execution
Conduct regular market visits and maintain strong store-level relationships
Monitor sales performance, account activity, product velocity and competitor performance
Support new product launches and wider market-expansion plans
Ensure products are correctly positioned, priced, stocked and merchandised
Provide accurate sales updates, forecasts and market feedback
The PersonWe are particularly interested in speaking with candidates who have:
Strong wine-industry experience
A successful background in off-premise sales
Experience managing sizeable grocery, liquor or multi-site retail accounts
Existing knowledge of the Chicago and wider Illinois market
Strong relationships with retail buyers and distributor partners
Evidence of growing revenue, distribution and account performance
Experience representing an established or fast-growing wine brand
The ability to operate independently in a hands-on, field-based environment

Experience working for a wine supplier, importer or major distributor would be highly relevant. WSET or equivalent wine qualifications are welcomed but not essential where strong commercial experience can be demonstrated. This would suit an established Market Manager, Regional Sales Manager, Key Account Manager or experienced Area Manager who wants to help build a brand during an important stage of national growth. Please apply with an up-to-date résumé. All conversations will be treated confidentially.

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