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Chain Account Manager - Spirits & Wine (Texas)

Favorite Brands LLC, Fort Worth, TX, United States


Description The Chain Account Manager – Spirits & Wine (Texas) is responsible for managing and growing sales across assigned regional retail chain accounts within the state of Texas. This role drives volume, revenue, and market share through effective account management, commercial negotiations, and disciplined execution of brand and promotional strategies across the spirits and wine portfolio, while ensuring compliance with Texas and U.S. alcohol regulations.

Requirements Key Responsibilities

Manage and grow assigned retail chain accounts across Texas to achieve sales, volume, and profit targets

Develop and maintain strong relationships with key chain buyers, category managers, and distributor partners

Lead negotiations on pricing, promotions, displays, and assortment in line with company strategy

Execute chain programs and promotional calendars across spirits and wine brands

Collaborate closely with distributor sales teams to ensure strong in-store execution and distribution gains

Analyze account performance, depletion data, and market trends to identify growth opportunities

Drive new product launches, innovation placements, and range expansions

Provide accurate forecasting, demand planning inputs, and budget management for assigned accounts

Monitor competitor activity and category dynamics within the Texas market

Ensure full compliance with Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) regulations and responsible marketing standards

Key Skills & Competencies

Strong commercial, negotiation, and account management skills

Deep understanding of the Texas three-tier alcohol system

Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building abilities

Analytical and data-driven approach to decision-making

Ability to manage multiple accounts and priorities across a large geographic territory

Qualifications & Experience

10 years’ experience in beverage alcohol sales, FMCG, or key account management

Proven experience managing retail chain accounts in Texas

Experience working with distributor partners is required

Strong proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and CRM/sales tools

Location & Travel

Texas-based role (Dallas–Fort Worth, Houston, or Austin preferred)

Regular in-state travel to customer and distributor meetings

What We Offer

Competitive base salary plus performance-based incentive plan

Car allowance and travel reimbursement

Comprehensive benefits package

Career growth opportunities within a leading spirits and wine organization

Work Authorization Must be authorized to work in the USA for any employer.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Favorite Brands LLC Distributors provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard of race, color, religion, sex sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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