Company Description

Nestled in the heart of Shelbyville, Kentucky, Jeptha Creed Distillery is a family-owned operation defined by an unwavering commitment to agricultural heritage and authentic craftsmanship. Under the leadership of mother-daughter duo Joyce and Autumn Nethery, the distillery manages every stage of production across 2,000 acres of family farmland, ensuring a definitive farm-to-bottle experience.

Jeptha Creed is distinguished by its use of non-GMO heirloom Bloody Butcher corn, which provides a signature earthy and subtly smoky profile to its award-winning bourbon portfolio. As a prominent fixture on the Kentucky Bourbon Trail and a member of the Estate Whiskey Alliance—the gold standard for "ground-to-glass" transparency—Jeptha Creed is rapidly gaining national recognition as a premier craft bourbon, with a growing presence in major markets like Texas.

Role Description

This is a full-time remote role for a Division Sales Manager at Jeptha Creed. The Sales Manager will be responsible for calling on Texas distributors, calling on Texas chain headquarters and stores, selling to independents, and selling to the on-premise. This role is also responsible for managing client relationships, meeting sales targets, and working with and motivating distributors to sell our premium Bourbons. True competitive sales-people will do very well in this role.

Qualifications

5+ years in the alcohol beverage industry
Currently live in Dallas (other major markets negotiable, but Dallas preferably)
Experience selling to Texas Chain headquarters
Experience selling to Texas Independents
Pre-existing relationships with buyers in the TX market, off and on-premise
The ability to learn and grow in the industry
Ability to work independently and remotely
Bachelor's Degree a plus
Microsoft word excel, Powerpoint, Teams
Ability to travel up to 70% of the time.

Sales Manager, TX