General Manager
Cape Beverage
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Cape Beverage is currently seeking a qualified individual to serve as General Manager. Recently separated from Cape May Brewing Company -- one of the largest breweries in the state with over seven years of self-distribution experience -- this new company will be distributing all of
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage overall operations, oversee sales, marketing, and supplier relations.
Manage ongoing projects, expansions, and maintenance of the facility
Develop and deliver an annual business plan for the marketplace on volume, distribution development, and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs.)
Display focused and consistently enthusiastic guidance to the team to ensure performance objectives, customer quality, and delivery expectations
Establish Volume / KPI targets for each assigned direct report and appropriately manage the execution of these monthly KPIs. This includes, but is not limited to, feedback/coaching, corrective counseling, and performance reviews.
Lead by example to provide comprehensive knowledge of standard service protocol
Oversee, mentor and develop the Distribution Manager and Sales Manager
Consistently deliver a people-oriented style and demeanor
Maintain accounting and vendor booking
Submit administrative documentation such as sales reports and interdepartmental communications
Develop and execute key initiatives to drive revenue growth
Analyze, interpret, and act on daily, monthly, and annual financial reporting
Provide estimates for projects, completion, materials, supplies, and equipment needs to Executive team
Develop strategies and budgets to run operations at peak performance and minimum cost
Ensure that all sales, inventory and product quality control systems and reporting comply with local and state laws and regulations
Manage staffing needs and ensure the highest HR standards are met
Build company image by collaborating with customers, government, community organizations, and employees
Respond in a timely and professional manner to all inquiries and communications between the customers, employees, and executives
Ability to travel as needed
Other duties as assigned
REQUIREMENTS:
Must be at least 21 years of age
Must be eligible to work in the United States
10 years or more of beer distributor or equivalent industry experience preferred
5 years of management experience preferred
Bachelor degree or equivalent experience
Experience with distribution software
Extensive beer knowledge
Strong financial acumen with the ability to read and interpret financial statements, identify irregularities, and recognize cost-savings opportunities
Forward-thinking and creative individual who is committed to the brand success and is able to focus on the big picture while capably delegating to appropriate team members
Strong insight and ability to identify, assess, and manage risk
Ability to prioritize and execute multiple tasks while remaining flexible to a changing environment
Communicate effectively with the executive team to provide direct and clear feedback and positively influence others
A strong professional image and high ethical standards/integrity
Exceptional leadership skills
Must be adaptable and nimble
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical skills and experience using internal and external data sources
Outstanding organizational skills as demonstrated by your ability to set and handle multiple priorities
Working knowledge of warehouse and DSD operating systems/platforms preferred
If you have a great attitude and excellent work ethic and think you’d be a great fit for our team, please email your resume to careers@capebeverage.com or apply in person during normal business hours. PLEASE, NO PHONE CALLS.