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Director of Sales and Distribution
Location: Lake Zurich, IL
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $75,000/year + $20,000 annual performance bonus
About Phase Three Brewing Company
Founded in 2019 by three friends who met while working at a local brewpub, Phase Three Brewing Company is rooted in three pillars: quality, culture, and community. We brew a wide variety of high-quality beer with a focus on consistency, innovation, and fun. We value a strong work ethic, mutual respect, and work-life balance, all while staying committed to sustainable growth and engaging with our community.
Position Summary
We’re hiring a Director of Sales and Distribution to lead our growing sales operations across the Chicagoland area and various out-of-state markets. This leadership role requires a minimum of 7 years of craft beer sales experience and is based on-site at our Lake Zurich, IL location.
The Director of Sales and Distribution will oversee a multi-person team and work closely with ownership to shape sales strategy, manage relationships with distributors and retailers, and ensure our beer reaches the right places with excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead local and out-of-state sales and distribution operations
- Manage and mentor a self-distribution team (1 Warehouse Manager, 2 Account Managers, 2 Delivery Drivers)
- Oversee product allocation, team performance, and account development
- Develop and maintain distributor and chain account relationships
- Collaborate with ownership and production on forecasting and planning
- Plan and execute participation in local, national, and international beer festivals
- Work closely with Marketing Director on brand campaigns and POS development
- Travel as needed to strengthen distributor relationships and open new markets
Qualifications
- 7+ years of craft beer sales experience (Required)
- Proven sales leadership and team management experience
- Experience with distributor and chain account management
- Strong communication, analytical, and planning skills
- Ability to travel and work occasional weekends for events
- Must willing to commute to Lake Zurich 3-4 days a week, IL
Compensation & Benefits
- $75,000 base salary + $20,000 annual performance bonus
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO plan (80% covered for employees, 60% for dependents)
- Dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Paid time off and sick pay
- Parental leave
- Cell phone and mileage reimbursement
- Employee discounts and paid training
Schedule
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed (for events/festivals)
Work Location
This is a full-time, on-site position based at our facility in Lake Zurich, IL 60047.
How to Apply
Please email your resume and a brief cover letter to evan@phasethreebrewing.com.
We look forward to hearing from you!