Area Manager - Beverage Dispense Service Company

WE LOVE DRAFT!

Our company motto is "TRUST us for the Perfect Pint."

Our mission is to provide great-tasting draft beverages to the consumer the way the maker intended and to grow the sales of draft beverages in the markets we serve.

Position Overview

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.

Position 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
  
  

Position 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.
  
  

Education / Experience

• Associate's degree (preferred) and/or three years of successful management experience, preferably in the hospitality segment.
• 3 years in related industries
• Strong experience in the beverage dispensing Industry preferred
  
  

Travel

• Travel is required on a limited basis. Localized travel is expected and annualized travel for meetings and training should be anticipated as a regular part of this position. Travel will encompass the defined market but also AHFP's corporate offices periodically.
  
  

Tools and Equipment Used

• Personal computer, e-mail, copier, fax, phone, tape measure and other standard office equipment.
  
  

Working Hours

• Typical business hours are 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday. Hours may vary and may occasionally require evening and weekend work depending on business needs.
  
  

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
  
  

Salary

• Starting at $47,000.00 per year growth opportunities