On-Premise Account Manager (Illinois & Wisconsin, Chicago)

Noblewood Group is a privately owned producer and global distributor of super-premium spirits headquartered in Montenegro. The Noblewood portfolio including Beluga Vodka & Oyster Gin sits at the centre of the company's international growth strategy. Beluga Vodka is one of the leading luxury vodka brands globally and is distributed across more than 100 markets. Noblewood continues to invest in brand development and commercial expansion across priority markets.

Beluga Vodka is the #4 Super-Premium vodka globally and one of the fastest growing luxury vodka brands in the U.S. Renowned for its craftsmanship and quality, Beluga continues to set the standard within the luxury spirits segment. As we expand our presence across the U.S., we are seeking a driven and strategic On-Premise Account Manager for Illinois & Wisconsin to lead growth within the On-Premise channel. This is a high-impact role focused on building strong partnerships with key accounts and driving distribution, visibility, and brand equity at scale.

If you thrive in a fast-paced sales environment, excel at building senior-level relationships, and bring a strong background in wine & spirits, this is an exciting opportunity to join a high-growth global brand.

Location: Chicago, IL (territory: Illinois & Wisconsin)

Role Focus (On-Premise):

Building a strong and visible presence in high-profile On-Premise accounts across Chicago, Illinois and Wisconsin, including luxury hotels, upscale nightlife venues, steakhouses and premium restaurants.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage a portfolio of key On-Premise accounts in Chicago and across Illinois & Wisconsin.
• Drive new distribution, menu placements, back-bar visibility and by-the-glass/bottle-service programs.
• Work closely with the distributor's sales teams: joint market visits, account targeting, incentives and execution follow-up.
• Execute staff trainings, brand activations and events that reflect Beluga's luxury positioning.
• Track performance and report accurately in the company CRM (visits, placements, trainings, competitive insights).

Requirements:

• 3–5+ years of On-Premise sales experience in wine & spirits, ideally with premium/luxury brands.
• Established network of key accounts in Chicago and the Illinois/Wisconsin market.
• Strong distributor-management and negotiation skills.
• Self-driven, organized, comfortable with intensive field work.
• Valid driver's license; proficiency with MS Office and CRM.

Objective:

Establish Beluga as a leading luxury vodka brand in Illinois & Wisconsin by driving distribution, visibility, and strategic partnerships across key On-Premise accounts.