Region Manager - 375 Park Ave - FL/GA/SC/MS/AL/TN/KY

375 Park Avenue Spirits was founded in 1981 and, in early 2015, became an independent subsidiary inside the Sazerac Company and, most recently, a fully integrated specialized branch in Sazerac. The company specializes in superior brands from around the world that drive innovation within their category.

The 375 Park Avenue Spirits portfolio spans the premium- to luxury-spirit categories and includes numerous expressions from leading international producers: Marie Brizard brands, La Martiniquaise brands, J.P. Wiser's® Canadian Whisky, Novo Fogo Cachaça, Kaiyo Whisky, Kelt Cognac, Dunville’s Irish Whiskey, Devil's River Whiskey, Castarède and Saint-Vivant Armagnacs, Antica Sambuca, Limoncello Rossi D'Asiago, Dolce Nero Espresso Liqueur, Warner's Gin, Scapegrace Gin, Inverroche Gin, Hooghoudt Genever, Tromba Tequila, Mizu Shochu, Ming River Baijiu, Peligroso Tequila, Rain Vodka, Sesión Tequila, SOHO Lychee Liqueur, Becherovka Liqueur, Jung & Wulff, Anora brands, and Wahaka Mezcal.

By aligning with brands that embrace 375 Park Avenue Spirits' values and vision, the company has created an environment of growth for supplier partners in the domestic market. In addition, 375 Park has forged relationships with over 35 countries and exports select brands worldwide.

Why Sazerac? 

• Innovative and Forward-Thinking: Join a company that values innovation and excellence and is driving the future of the beverage industry.
• Rich Tradition: Join a team with a strong heritage of craftsmanship and quality, creating memorable experiences for our customers.
• Collaborative Environment: Work in an inclusive, collaborative atmosphere where your ideas and expertise are valued.
• Career Growth: Benefit from continuous learning opportunities and career development programs to advance your career.

The Region Manager – FL, GA, SC, TN, KY, AL, MS is accountable for delivering the company’s sales, commercial, and executional objectives across a seven-state territory. This role requires a proven commercial leader with strong communication skills, the ability to influence across organizations, and a consistent track record of winning in complex markets.

The Region Manager will lead regional strategy and execution while developing all aspects of the business through close partnership with internal teams and external stakeholders, including distributors, brokers, and key accounts.

Location: Tampa, Orlando, or Miami, FL

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver annual sales goals with strong execution: Own day-to-day regional sales execution to consistently achieve volume, NSV, and KPI targets.
• Lead and motivate internal and external partners: Provide clear direction and ongoing communication to sales teams, distributors, brokers, and key accounts to drive alignment and results.
• Build and sustain critical market relationships: Develop strong partnerships with state agencies, distributors, and key customers to expand market share and accelerate growth.
• Own executional KPIs by state: Drive performance across shelf, display, advertising, distribution, menu, and back-bar metrics; course-correct quickly when gaps emerge.
• Execute successful innovation launches: Lead in-market execution of new products, ensuring distribution, visibility, and alignment to sales objectives.
• Ensure inventory readiness: Partner with the Sazerac Bailment team to maintain appropriate inventory levels and support uninterrupted sales execution.
• Manage state-level budgets effectively: Allocate resources strategically to maximize ROI while staying within approved budget parameters.
• Identify and act on growth opportunities: Monitor market trends and competitive dynamics; move quickly to capitalize on emerging opportunities.
• Deliver volume and Net Sales Value targets: Maintain consistent performance against annual goals across all states in the region.
• Operate with an Owner’s mindset: Take full accountability for regional performance, making disciplined, data-driven decisions to drive sustainable results.
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*Job responsibilities may vary by state depending on regulatory requirements for the state.

Must Have:

• Bachelor’s degree

• 5+ years of sales and/or distributor management experience within the Alcohol Beverage or CPG industry

• 5+ years leading and driving performance across high-performing, multi-level teams

• Proven ability to hire, develop, motivate, and lead teams

• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels, from field teams to executive leadership

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office

• Strong analytical capability with the ability to translate data into actionable business decisions

• Demonstrated negotiation, influencing, and follow-through skills

• Ability to work cross-functionally and effectively with supplier, distributor, and broker partners

• Valid driver’s license

• Willingness and ability to travel up to 30%

Preferred:

• National Key Account experience in Off-Premise and/or On-Premise channels

• Experience managing luxury or premium spirits portfolios

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time

• Ability to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds without assistance

• Ability to ascend and descend stairs

• Ability to drive and visit multiple accounts in a single day

• Strong verbal communication capability

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A career at Sazerac offers you the opportunity to reach your full potential as part of a creative, decisive, high-performance team. Sazerac values the needs and wants of our team members and offers inclusive benefits to attract and retain the best talent. Our culture is built upon the values of hard work, diligence and personal responsibility.

Sazerac Team Members enjoy:

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits from Day One including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Family Coverage: Options to cover family members, including domestic partners.
• 401(k) Plan: Immediate access to a matching 401(k) plan.
• Flexible Time Away: Enjoy paid time off (PTO), holidays, and parental leave.
• Mental Health and Wellness: Access to mental health care and wellness incentive programs.
• Educational Support: Benefit from tuition reimbursement and our scholarship program for dependents of Sazerac team members.
• Fun Extras: Enjoy branded apparel, fun events, and a team member bottle purchase program.
• Training and Development: Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Benefits, salary range, and programs may vary by role or location. For roles within our commercial team - the Salary range refers to base salary only and does not include car allowance, annual bonus, fuel or cell phone reimbursement. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package. Sazerac is committed to equality of opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.