Market Manager (Southern California)

Join Pegasus Distillerie: Where Stars Align & Spirits Soar 🚀

About Us Pegasus Distillerie is a fresh, premium organic spirits brand born in Burgundy, France—now rapidly expanding into the U.S. market with standout expressions like Shooting Star Vodka, Orion Gin, Eau d’Or Liqueur, and Minty Liqueur. We recently launched in the U.S. in markets including California, backed by high-profile momentum and a passionate vision: Taste the Wonder

Role Overview

Title: Market Manager – Southern California Location: Los Angeles area (flexible but must be in Southern California) Reports To: Head of Sales - West

As the first full time market manager you will work closely with the state manager to grow the key area of Socal executing our initial market strategy. As we expand you’ll be the go-to leader building and across SoCal.

Why You’ll Love It Here

· 💥 Start-up energy: Get in now and help define processes, channels, and growth strategy for your region.

· 📈 Huge potential for growth: With U.S. launch under way in California, NY, and Florida, SoCal is ripe for rapid expansion.

· 🌟 Unique premium product: Work alongside a brand built on organic quality, innovation, and storytelling.

· 🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Collaborative lean team: Close interaction with founders, marketing, sales, and logistics.

Key Responsibilities

· Develop and execute on-premise and off-premise sales strategies across SoCal (LA, San Diego, OC, Inland Empire).

· Grow existing and new relationships with 80/20 split on premise to off premise retail accounts

· Identify and build relationships with distributors, retailers, restaurants, hotels, and event partners.

· Collaborate on creative brand activations, tastings, launch events, and influencer outreach.

· Analyze market feedback and sales data; refine strategy and report results to HQ.

· Manage inventory forecasting, pricing, and promotional programs.

· Act as the face of Pegasus in your region—attend trade shows, networking events, and industry gatherings.

What We’re Looking For

· 3–5 years of sales or account management experience in spirits or F&B in California, ideally with on and off premise relationships.

· Proven track record opening new accounts and growing a territory.

· Self-starter with entrepreneurial mindset—comfortable building from scratch.

· Strong network in Southern California beverage market, hospitality, or retail.

· Excellent organizational, presentation, and communication skills.

· Ability to travel within the region regularly.

Perks & Benefits

· Competitive base salary performance bonus.

· Equity stake—join early and share in upside.

· Flexible work environment

· Monthly budget for tastings, events, and local marketing.

· Immersive exposure to every function: sales, brand marketing, operations, and DTC insights.

How to Apply

If you’re excited to help launch an ultra-premium, rapidly scaling spirits brand from the ground up—and grow your career as we grow our footprint—apply now: send your resume and a brief note on why SoCal is the perfect market for Pegasus to job@pegasus-distillerie.com. We’ll follow up quickly.

Pegasus Distillerie is committed to excellence, innovation, and sustainability. We welcome candidates who embody curiosity, drive, and the dream to build something exceptional. Come join us—these early days are where legends begin.