Draft Beer Service Company - Area Manager

Stuever & Sons • Rockford, IL

1d • $52,000

About The Position

The Area Manager (AM) position is a management role that reports to the Regional Manager (RM), who is responsible for a specific market within a defined area of the country. The AM is responsible for overseeing daily operations, performance, and meeting operational obligations as defined by AHFP and directed by the Regional Manager. Responsibilities include managing daily operations, human resources, contractual obligations, and maintaining strong relationships with brewers, wholesalers, and retail clients. This role also provides direction, leadership, and oversight to all Technicians within the market. This position will have numerous subordinates, and the total may vary as determined by the Regional Manager. This position will report directly to the Regional Manager but will have accountability to the executive team, ownership, operational partners, and other key executive personnel.

Requirements

• Results-driven and self-motivated with excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills, and proven leadership, team-building, and supervisory experience.
• Competent in managing budgets and financial expectations
• Working knowledge of beverage dispense systems
• Ability to learn and retain product-specific information and utilize the information to position the features and benefits to the customer
• Must be mechanically inclined
• Associate's degree (preferred) and/or three years of successful management experience, preferably in the hospitality segment.
• 3 years in related industries

Nice To Haves

• Strong experience in the beverage dispensing Industry preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage personnel and work closely with BQTs and BSTs, providing guidance, day-to-day oversight, and coaching for mentoring and career development.
• This position will be held accountable for the overall operational requirements and performance obligations assigned to the market.
• Responsible for line cleaning route coverage on an as-needed basis to ensure operational continuity and customer satisfaction
• Provide quality leadership, constructive problem-solving, and creative solutions in all management categories while upholding AHFP Core Values.
• Manage all required tools and technologies as deemed necessary
• Work closely with the Regional Managers and other Executive staff to execute the vision, goals, budget, and overall business plan for sales.
• Work closely within the market to evaluate market trends and gather competitive information, and identify trends that affect current and future growth of sales and profitability.
• Communicate important information to the Regional Manager
• Evaluate personnel and departmental needs on an ongoing basis.
• The AM will provide leadership over all technicians (BQTs and BSTs) within the market and will be expected to provide guidance, management, and support, including evaluations, reviews, enhancements, or changes to job descriptions as needed.
• The AM will coordinate the scheduling of technicians for service calls while balancing these needs with fulfilling preventative maintenance contracts.
• Building effective routes for each Beverage Quality Technician, taking into consideration the number of lines, the type of system, and the location, that will allow for the maximum amount of lines cleaned per day.
• Follow the check-in/check-out procedure with all AHFP employees.
• Follow the Daily and Weekly audit schedules.
• Proactively expand the company's footprint within the market by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, developing new client relationships, and securing additional accounts to support long-term growth.
• Strengthen and leverage relationships with distributors, suppliers, and existing customers to generate referrals, increase market presence, and enhance overall brand recognition within the territory.
• Actively represent the company in the field to promote brand development, maintain visibility in the market, and drive account procurement through consistent engagement with prospective clients, industry partners, and local business networks.
• Manage the LCMS (any company mobile application), including adding new accounts to existing routes, following up on recently added accounts, ensuring correct information for new distributors, and reporting any glitches to the support team for repair.
• Maintain inventory levels of the necessary equipment/parts for each Technician and conduct monthly inventory audits to ensure accuracy and availability.
• Place orders at the beginning of each month in collaboration with the inventory team
• Manage AHFP vehicles by monitoring operational requirements, scheduling routine maintenance, and ensuring proper inventory and cleanliness.

Benefits

• A benefits package valued at more than $10k.
• This includes a 401(k) plan with company matching, medical coverage plans customized to suit your needs, and a commitment to work/life balance through our paid time off (PTO) programs, paid company holidays
• Enrollment into our "Stop the Slip" safety program where you receive non-slip shoes.
• Eligibility for health, dental, and vision coverage is subject to a 60-day waiting period.
• Use of an AHFP-owned cell phone with minutes and data paid.
• Reasonable relocation assistance is available
• Bi-annual performance reviews with pay increases + growth opportunities
• Company vehicle with gas card and maintenance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees