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Job Description Johnson Brothers and Maverick Beverage Company have officially joined forces as one company! Through the acquisition of Maverick’s operations in Texas, Arizona, Colorado, and Florida, we’re now united in bringing exceptional wine and spirits to even more markets. Cheers to our next chapter—stronger together! The Key Account Manager obtains and develops wine sales in the assigned territory for key accounts, including acquiring new business accounts and upholding Johnson Brothers’ high standard of service to accounts. The ideal candidate should possess great communication skills, excellent organizational skills, the ability to work independently, and build strong relationships within the territory.
Essential Functions
Personally calls on accounts in the assigned geographic territory to promote Victory’s portfolio
Prospects and opens new accounts
Anticipates and evaluates customer needs and suggests products accordingly
Develops sales and product knowledge to effectively educate and taste accounts on products
Regularly meets and exceeds sales goals and quotas
Encompasses strong business acumen to best protect the interests of Johnson Brothers, our supplier partners, and our valued customers
Manages time effectively to meet order deadlines and delivery dates/cutoffs
Professionally and effectively communicates with buyers to resolve issues in a timely manner
Demonstrates leadership and entrepreneurial qualities
Attends and participates in regular team sales meetings
Comfortably speaks publicly about products, events, or at Johnson Brothers staff trainings or other promotional events
Maintains clean driving record and current, valid state driver’s license
Wine knowledge, distribution, and sales experience are highly preferred
Ensures accounts are current on payments and helps to collect payments when necessary
Organizes supplier market work and communicates effectively and professionally with suppliers before, during and after all market work
Treats all employees, management, vendors and customers with respect at all times
Responds to buyer requests and inquiries with a sense of urgency and timeliness
May include working nights and weekends on promotions and other account activities
Must be able to travel within established geographic areas, as necessary.
Must have reliable transportation, hold a valid drivers’ license and meet company driving record & automobile insurance requirements.
Performs other duties, as assigned.
Required Skills
Must possess a High School Diploma.
Bachelor's Degree preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience that is directly related may be considered for substitution.
Strong persuasive presentation skills, including the ability to speak before large audiences both internally and externally.
Strong computer skills and must be proficient in Microsoft Office.
Background or experience in the beverage or restaurant/bar industry a plus.
Knowledge of the alcoholic beverage industry, including wine and spirits terms, and their production process techniques helpful.
Passion for wine and spirits with the ability to continuously learn new brands and represent effectively to customers.
Physical exertion necessary: ability to lift products from 25 lbs. to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
Licenses, age restrictions: valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, auto insurance coverage at least minimum required by company and state law; must be 21 years or older at time of employment to sell alcohol in Texas.
Demonstrates and promotes a climate of courtesy, respect and professionalism to coworkers, customers and others in contact.
Adheres to the company’s equal opportunity and non-discrimination policies.
Attendance: regular, consistent, reliable, punctual; ability to work regular hours and shifts, before and after hours, and on weekends.
Must complete and pass a criminal background check.
Compliance Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) – Johnson Brothers is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, creed, national origin, socioeconomic status, disability, age or any other protected class.
Other Details
Worker Sub-Type: Regular
Time Type: Full time
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Sales and Business Development
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing
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Key Account Manager, Houston-Class B
role at
Johnson Brothers
3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Join to apply for the
Key Account Manager, Houston-Class B
role at
Johnson Brothers
Job Description Johnson Brothers and Maverick Beverage Company have officially joined forces as one company! Through the acquisition of Maverick’s operations in Texas, Arizona, Colorado, and Florida, we’re now united in bringing exceptional wine and spirits to even more markets. Cheers to our next chapter—stronger together! The Key Account Manager obtains and develops wine sales in the assigned territory for key accounts, including acquiring new business accounts and upholding Johnson Brothers’ high standard of service to accounts. The ideal candidate should possess great communication skills, excellent organizational skills, the ability to work independently, and build strong relationships within the territory.
Essential Functions
Personally calls on accounts in the assigned geographic territory to promote Victory’s portfolio
Prospects and opens new accounts
Anticipates and evaluates customer needs and suggests products accordingly
Develops sales and product knowledge to effectively educate and taste accounts on products
Regularly meets and exceeds sales goals and quotas
Encompasses strong business acumen to best protect the interests of Johnson Brothers, our supplier partners, and our valued customers
Manages time effectively to meet order deadlines and delivery dates/cutoffs
Professionally and effectively communicates with buyers to resolve issues in a timely manner
Demonstrates leadership and entrepreneurial qualities
Attends and participates in regular team sales meetings
Comfortably speaks publicly about products, events, or at Johnson Brothers staff trainings or other promotional events
Maintains clean driving record and current, valid state driver’s license
Wine knowledge, distribution, and sales experience are highly preferred
Ensures accounts are current on payments and helps to collect payments when necessary
Organizes supplier market work and communicates effectively and professionally with suppliers before, during and after all market work
Treats all employees, management, vendors and customers with respect at all times
Responds to buyer requests and inquiries with a sense of urgency and timeliness
May include working nights and weekends on promotions and other account activities
Must be able to travel within established geographic areas, as necessary.
Must have reliable transportation, hold a valid drivers’ license and meet company driving record & automobile insurance requirements.
Performs other duties, as assigned.
Required Skills
Must possess a High School Diploma.
Bachelor's Degree preferred. An equivalent combination of education and experience that is directly related may be considered for substitution.
Strong persuasive presentation skills, including the ability to speak before large audiences both internally and externally.
Strong computer skills and must be proficient in Microsoft Office.
Background or experience in the beverage or restaurant/bar industry a plus.
Knowledge of the alcoholic beverage industry, including wine and spirits terms, and their production process techniques helpful.
Passion for wine and spirits with the ability to continuously learn new brands and represent effectively to customers.
Physical exertion necessary: ability to lift products from 25 lbs. to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
Licenses, age restrictions: valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, auto insurance coverage at least minimum required by company and state law; must be 21 years or older at time of employment to sell alcohol in Texas.
Demonstrates and promotes a climate of courtesy, respect and professionalism to coworkers, customers and others in contact.
Adheres to the company’s equal opportunity and non-discrimination policies.
Attendance: regular, consistent, reliable, punctual; ability to work regular hours and shifts, before and after hours, and on weekends.
Must complete and pass a criminal background check.
Compliance Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) – Johnson Brothers is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, creed, national origin, socioeconomic status, disability, age or any other protected class.
Other Details
Worker Sub-Type: Regular
Time Type: Full time
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Sales and Business Development
Industries: Beverage Manufacturing
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