Regional Sales Representative (Chicagoland Northern Suburbs)

MAPLEWOOD REGIONAL SALES REPRESENTATIVE

Location: Lake county, northern Cook County, IL, WI, surrounding areas

Department: Sales

Reports to: Midwest Regional Sales Manager

About Us

Maplewood Brewery & Distillery is an independent craft producer known for high-quality beer and spirits, creative innovation, and deep-rooted community engagement. As a small but growing regional brand, we take pride in our commitment to flavor, authenticity, and pushing the boundaries of craft culture.

We are looking for a Regional Sales Representative to join our team and support our growing account and distribution network in Northern IL, WI, as well as providing support to surrounding markets. This role will play a key part in helping Maplewood grow our brand presence and sales volume across our northern footprint, and reports directly to the Regional Sales Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Regional Sales Representative specific to growing Maplewood northern distribution region including Lake county, northern Cook County, IL, WI, as well as providing some additional support in surrounding areas 
• Solicit and maintain business with new and existing On-Premise and Off-Premise Accounts
• Develop a schedule to cover assigned territory and meet with various Retailers
• Build strategic relationships with Retail Account and Distribution partners
• Create and implement a plan to gain additional points of distribution in alignment with company sales objectives
• Fulfill all expected monthly sales performance metrics
• Maintain a complete Account and Contact database using required software and company tools
• Execute sales marketing strategy throughout territory with utilization of programs, POS, signage, and other available marketing materials
• Schedule and attend in-market events, including: Samplings, Bar Promotions, Local Festivals, etc.
• Participate in Distributor sales meetings, crew drives, and ride-along sales days
• Conduct Maplewood portfolio training programs for retailers at Accounts, and provide training and hospitality for Retailers at the brewery
• Provide excellent customer service and extensive knowledge of the Maplewood product catalog to Customers, Accounts, and Distributors

Qualifications:

• Required: 1+ year in beverage sales with a Supplier or Distributor
• Minimum 4 year degree in Business or equivalent experience required
• Advanced knowledge and proficiency with VIP, Microsoft Office Suite, and Google Workspace
• Strong written and communication skills, with a relationship-building personality and high standards for customer service
• Organized, self-motivated, and has the ability to independently solve problems and manage time effectively
• Comprehensive knowledge of the craft beverage industry and emerging trends
• Must have a clean driving record, own a reliable car, and be willing to travel
• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
• Travel will account for 25-65% of working time based on monthly market needs
• Ability to lift 35 lbs and use dolly to transport/maneuver 170 lbs Kegs
• Illinois Basset Certification, as well as any other regional certifications, must be completed before start date
• Optional: Server-Certified Cicerone or Certified Cicerone

Compensation:

• Competitive Salary with Bonus
• Health / Dental / Vision at 50% split
• 401k at 3% Match
• Paid vacation
• Auto Allowance
• iPhone & iPad provided with Plan