Sales Manager at Epic Canning & Bottling Inc

Shreveport, Louisiana, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Business Development, Revenue Growth, Sales Planning, Lead Generation, Negotiation, Contract Management, Consultative Selling, Client Relationship Management, Production Planning, Regulatory Compliance, Supply Chain Management, Client Onboarding, Margin Analysis, Pricing Strategy, Presentation Skills, Communication Skills

Industry

Food and Beverage Manufacturing

Description

Description Position Summary Epic Canning & Bottling Inc. is seeking an experienced and driven Sales Manager – Beverage Manufacturing to lead client acquisition and revenue growth within the alcohol and non-alcohol beverage space. This on-site role requires deep knowledge of the beverage industry, including co-packing, production processes, regulatory considerations, and supply chain dynamics. The ideal candidate understands beverage formulation, packaging formats, production planning, and the commercialization lifecycle. This individual will be responsible for generating new business, building strategic partnerships, and guiding brands from initial inquiry through production launch. Requirements Key Responsibilities Business Development & Revenue Growth Identify and pursue new beverage brand opportunities (beer, spirits, wine, RTDs, energy drinks, functional beverages, etc.) Develop and execute strategic sales plans aligned with Epic’s production capabilities and growth goals Build and maintain a strong pipeline of qualified leads Represent Epic at trade shows, industry events, and networking functions Negotiate pricing, contracts, and long-term service agreements Industry Expertise & Consultative Selling Educate prospective clients on beverage manufacturing, canning, bottling, and co-packaging processes Advise brands on scalability, packaging selection, production minimums, and cost structures Understand SQF, TTB, FDA, and state-level compliance considerations as they relate to beverage production Work closely with operations, procurement, quality, and client services to ensure feasibility and alignment Client Relationship Management Serve as a strategic advisor to beverage brands from onboarding through long-term partnership Maintain strong post-launch relationships to drive repeat business and expansion opportunities Monitor customer satisfaction and proactively resolve issues Internal Collaboration Coordinate with production planning to align forecasted volume with plant capacity Partner with procurement to ensure material readiness for new accounts Support finance in margin analysis and pricing strategy Social Media Required Qualifications Minimum 5+ years of sales experience in the beverage industry (manufacturing, co-packing, distribution, ingredient supply, packaging supply, or brand management) Strong understanding of alcohol and/or non-alcohol beverage production Proven track record of revenue growth and closing mid-to-large scale contracts Knowledge of beverage supply chains, regulatory environment (TTB, FDA), and packaging formats Experience working within a manufacturing environment Excellent negotiation, presentation, and communication skills Must be willing to work on-site in Shreveport, Louisiana Preferred Qualifications Experience in co-packing or contract manufacturing Existing network within beverage brands, distributors, or ingredient suppliers Familiarity with CRM systems and pipeline management tools Understanding of SQF, GMP, and food safety standards Compensation & Benefits Competitive base salary + commission structure Performance-based incentives Health benefits Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding beverage manufacturing company Leadership exposure within a high-growth environment

Responsibilities

The Sales Manager will be responsible for leading client acquisition and driving revenue growth within the alcohol and non-alcohol beverage sector by generating new business and building strategic partnerships. This role involves guiding brands through the entire commercialization lifecycle, from initial inquiry through production launch.