Field Sales Manager

Silver Oak

. Manage and grow a portfolio of key retail, restaurant, and hospitality accounts across the territory .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • United StatesJuniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in account management and field sales within the wine, beverage, or luxury goods industry, with strong communication and presentation skills. Capable of developing strategic plans and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams while managing a remote work schedule.

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Field Sales ExperienceAccount ManagementCommunication SkillsLeadershipMicrosoft Office 365 Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Field SalesAccount ManagementStrategic PlanningPortfolio PresentationsCRM Systems Proficiency

Soft Skills

CollaborationMotivationOrganizationSelf-Direction

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office 365CRM Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver’s License

Industry Keywords

Wine IndustryBeverage IndustryLuxury GoodsRetail AccountsHospitality Accounts

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and grow a portfolio of key retail, restaurant, and hospitality accounts across the territory
Serve as a trusted advisor and go-to expert for trade partners
Train, motivate, and energize distributor sales teams
Deliver portfolio presentations and tastings
Develop and execute strategic plans to exceed market goals
Partner with the Director of Regional Sales on pricing, programming, and inventory flow
Provide reporting and real-time field feedback to internal teams
Collaborate with marketing, operations, logistics, and leadership
Represent the Family of Silver Oak at trade tastings, industry events, and hospitality experiences
Spend four days a week in the field, with administrative work completed remotely from a home office, parked car, or accounts

Requirements

What you’ll need

1–2 years of successful field sales or account management experience (wine, beverage, or luxury goods industry preferred)
Excellent communication and presentation skills—comfortable talking wine with sommeliers, GMs, or first-time buyers
Proven leadership with a collaborative mindset
Highly organized and self-directed; able to work remotely and manage your schedule with discipline
Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and CRM systems
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation required
Up to 80% field travel required within the territory
Must be able to lift and carry up to 35 lbs.
Regularly walking, standing, driving, and meeting clients in on- and off-premise settings

Benefits

Comp & perks

Premium benefits
Competitive compensation
Wine allocations
Travel, growth, and industry visibility while representing a best-in-class portfolio