Job Title: Beverage Sales Representative
Department: Sales & Brand Support
Reports To: Operations Manager
Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
Compensation:
- Full-Time: 4% commission on all orders
- Part-Time: 2% commission on all orders
Position Overview
At 7th Floor Beverage we are redefining the future of beverage distribution. As a fast-growing independently owned distributor of craft spirits wine and specialty beverages we pride ourselves on building authentic relationships with our partners while offering elevated service and curated products. As a Sales Representative you will be the face of our brand in the field delivering consultative sales strategies identifying growth opportunities and creating exceptional value for our clients.
This is more than just a sales job this is a chance to grow within a company that believes in people hospitality innovation and culture.
Primary Responsibilities
Client Engagement & Relationship Building
- Serve as a trusted consultant to accounts through regular visits and personalized service
- Build credible lasting relationships with bar managers chefs GMs sommeliers retailers and owners
- Present 7th Floor Beverages product portfolio with expert knowledge and enthusiasm
- Represent the brand professionally at all events tastings and activations
Sales Strategy & Revenue Generation
- Conduct strategic outreach to on-premise and off-premise venues (restaurants bars retailers lounges)
- Drive consistent revenue growth through tastings product demonstrations and follow-ups
- Collaborate with sales leadership to set and achieve individual and territory-based goals
- Propose selling solutions tailored to each clients unique concept and purchasing patterns
Territory & Account Management
- Maintain a regular call schedule and detailed account history using CRM or internal reporting tools
- Submit timely reports that track sales activity reorder trends and client feedback
- Monitor and fulfill reorders to ensure continuity of service and stock levels
- Stay up-to-date on competitor offerings and industry trends in beverage spirits and hospitality
Expectations for Sales Representatives
- Minimum of 15 new venue visits weekly (Full Time)
- Minimum of 5 new Venue Visits Weekly (Part Time)
- Biweekly account status reports 1st and 15th
- Support product launches and promotional events
- Maintain service on all active accounts
- Required to complete On and Off-Site Bassett Training
- Maintain assigned client base and support reorder fulfillment
- Tasting Event Support.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be 21 years of age or older
- High School Diploma or GED required college degree in Business Sales Marketing or Hospitality a plus
- All Sales Representatives must complete Basset Bartender Certification
- Proven experience in beverage sales hospitality management or CPG sales preferred
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced target-driven environment
- Proficient with digital tools CRM platforms and email communications
- Must have reliable transportation and auto insurance
Physical & Travel Requirements
- Must be able to travel within assigned territory
- Requires regular standing walking driving and occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs
- Frequent field visits to customer sites and industry events
Perks & Growth Opportunities
- Tasting Events: Any assigned Tasting each representative will get paid $30/hr plus tips.
- Flexible scheduling for team members.
- Brand Events opportunities of $100 Minimum. Due to availability.
- Priority access to new product lines tastings and exclusive events.
- Direct growth pipeline into management events and brand development roles.
- Opportunities to collaborate with some of the most exciting venues in the Chicago market.
- Be part of the larger 7th Floor Hospitality Group network of restaurants lounges and event spaces.
Join a company where hustle meets hospitality. Shape your career at 7th Floor Beveragewhere we elevate every pour.
Required Experience:
Manager