7-Eleven Key Account Specialist - West

Title: 7 Eleven Key Account Specialist - West

Desired Location: California – San Diego, Los Angeles, Sacramento, Orange County Area

We are hiring! Geloso Beverage Group is ready to add a hard-working, dedicated new member to our growing team. We are seeking a self-motivated and forward-thinking team player to fill our 7 Eleven Key Account Specialist - West

Since 1957, the Geloso story is a tale of passion and product expansion. This 2nd generation privately-owned family company has thrived through investments in Research & Development, the manufacturing and distribution of alcoholic and low-alcoholic beverages. After establishing its first location in Quebec, Geloso has expanded its business into other Canadian provinces and the United States.

Geloso is one of the largest Beer & Malt Beverage Companies in the U.S.A. and G.B.G. is one of the largest suppliers in Convenience Stores. Based in Rochester, NY, since 2002, Geloso distributes multiple flavored malt beverages, including Clubtails, Johny Bootlegger, and Pepito. These beverages can be found nationwide, in most major markets. Check out the local grocery, C-store, and liquor stores to find Geloso's products!

Geloso is a TOP 100 Beverage Company in the USA, recipient of 3 Hot Brand Awards for Johny Bootlegger & 4 Hot Brand Awards for Clubtails.

Position Summary

Location: Home-based in California, focusing on 7 Eleven West Coast Priority States.

Primary Roles:

Build and maintain relationships with distributor key account leads.

Promote and influence distribution of recommended Geloso products.

Drive new distribution and enhance brand visibility through displays and POS materials.

Manage key accounts with planning, execution, and performance reviews.

Travel Requirements:

+50% travel expectancy focusing on CA, OR, WA, NV, AZ, CO

Additional travel 3-4 days each month for market-wide events outside of the state.

Annual Sales Meeting – locations change each year.

Desired Skills:

Organizational skills.

Strong interpersonal and problem-solving abilities.

Comfort with technology.

Willingness to travel.

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Web-based reporting tools.

Knowledge of and experience with Vermont Information Processing (VIP) a plus.

Clean driving record and proof of automotive insurance.

Position contingent upon successful completion of background check.

Communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills, diplomatic, persuasive, strong negotiating skills.

Strong written, verbal, and public speaking skills.

Results Focus / Teamwork

Hands-on approach with can-do attitude; problem solving; resourceful; ensure constructive accountability for actions; collaborative but decisive.

Duties and Responsibilities of the 7 Eleven Key Account Specialist - West Role:

Sales Execution: Work closely with wholesalers to implement all sales and promotional initiatives.

Collaboration: Partner with key distributor sales representatives to maintain focus on the Geloso portfolio through regular communication within the West Coast Distributor territory.

Resource Utilization: Leverage selling 7 Eleven opportunities to support Independent and other key accounts, including programming execution, sampling, and point-of-sale materials.

Internal Sales Coordination: Collaborate with the internal Geloso Sales team (District Managers, Regional Managers, and Key Account Managers) to ensure alignment and effective execution/distribution at accounts.

Budget Management: Maintain fiscal responsibility for assigned budgets.

Merchandising Standards: Ensure proper merchandising standards are followed, including in-store programming and out-of-store permanent point-of-sale displays.

Relationship Building: Develop relationships with distributors, franchise networks, and retailers to achieve sales goals.

Event Participation: Attend promotional/tradeshow events as needed to generate new sales leads for Geloso products.

Geloso Portfolio External Education: Educate external partners on product updates, changes, and new launches.

Representation: Act as the face of the company in all interactions with external partners.

Flexibility: Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

*This is a hybrid position. Geloso does not have an office in this location, but you will be required to travel in your assigned service area to visit accounts/clients weekly.