Performance-oriented Sales Executive experienced in cultivating client relationships, executing territory strategies, and delivering effective brand education.
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Managed key national retail accounts including Kroger, Walgreens, CVS, and Target; executed Brown-Forman product placement in accordance with set lists while ensuring high standards for P.O.S. displays and in-store execution, consistently exceeding vendor expectations and maintaining strong retailer relationships. Leveraged category management expertise to collaborate with store managers and leads on communications, promotional events, product displays, and tasting initiatives.
Chain Account Sales at Keg 1 (2025-04 – Present)
Managed key national retail accounts including Kroger, Walgreens, CVS, and Target; executed Brown-Forman product placement in accordance with set lists while ensuring high standards for P.O.S. displays and in-store execution, consistently exceeding vendor expectations and maintaining strong retailer relationships. Leveraged category management expertise to collaborate with store managers and leads on communications, promotional events, product displays, and tasting initiatives.
Territory Manager – N. Kentucky/Cincinnati at Five Star Break Time Solutions (2023-01 – 2023-12)
Drove territory growth and business development targeting large regional employers with significant employee populations, including organizations such as Kellogg's, Tyson, Gorilla Glue, and General Electric. Engaged local and regional stakeholders to introduce vending, micro-market, coffee, and workplace service solutions. Built and managed a strategic book of business by identifying key decision-makers, assessing operational needs, and delivering tailored solutions to support long-term partnerships.
State Sales Manager – Kentucky at Bid Beverage Company (2021-01 – 2023-12)
Led the launch and market development of a new brand through a strategic distributorship management formed with Republic National Distributing Company; managed the full sales lifecycle from initial pitch through close. Built and sustained strong relationships across all levels of staff and leadership to ensure strategic alignment and execution compliance. Partnered with key on and off premise stakeholders to drive brand awareness through marketing initiatives, samplings, and activations.
Developed and presented recipes to showcase the product line across diverse account types. Maintained CRM systems and managed inventory to support sales operations and forecasting.
Territory Manager at Beer House KY (2018-01 – 2021-12)
Growing and maintaining effective account relationships through constant dialogue with existing accounts while developing new accounts and new distributions via cold calling. Representing 200 world-class brands in worldwide with top 10 breweries within my portfolio. Grow brand presence within our existing bar, restaurant and hospitality account base.
Administrative Assistant at Knochelmann Service Experts (2017-01 – 2018-12)
Communicated and coordinated instructions and requests with various individuals and/or department heads. Planned, organized and executed events and work activities. Performed clerical duties such as typing, note taking, and managing daily mail to ensure office organization and effectiveness.
Sales and Marketing at Cork n' Bottle (2005-01 – 2016-12)
Managed vendor relationships and product placement; led private events and tastings; maintained deep product expertise across domestic and imported food, beer, wine, and spirits.
Wine Sales Representative at Cutting Edge Selections (2002-01 – 2004-12)
Develop, maintain and grow the sales of the company in the assigned territory. Conduct regular sales calls to assigned accounts to develop and maintain customer relations and satisfaction with service provided.
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