Account Manager-Coffee Distributor

Job Description

Job Description

Account Manager

Location: Chicago, IL
Compensation: $50,000 Base + Commission
Industry: Coffee Distribution / Food & Beverage

About the Company

Our client is a growing and highly respected coffee distribution company partnered with a leading luxury coffee brand. They service premium accounts throughout the Chicago territory and pride themselves on exceptional client service and operational excellence.

Due to continued growth, they are seeking a motivated, service-driven professional to manage client relationships while overseeing inventory operations within their territory.

Position Overview

This role combines customer relationship management, light sales growth, and inventory oversight . The ideal candidate will maintain strong partnerships with existing clients, identify upsell opportunities, and ensure inventory levels are properly managed to meet demand.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with 1–3 years of experience in Coffee or Food & Beverage distribution looking to grow into a territory-based management role.

Key Responsibilities

Client & Account Management

• Serve as primary point of contact for assigned accounts
• Maintain strong relationships and ensure exceptional service
• Conduct periodic client visits throughout the Chicago territory
• Identify upsell and account expansion opportunities
• Resolve service issues quickly and professionally

Inventory Management

• Monitor and manage inventory levels for assigned accounts
• Coordinate product replenishment and order forecasting
• Work closely with internal logistics and warehouse teams
• Ensure product availability aligns with client demand
• Track usage trends and anticipate restocking needs

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in Coffee, Food & Beverage, or Distribution
• Experience managing inventory or product replenishment preferred
• Strong customer service and relationship management skills
• Sales-minded with ability to grow existing accounts
• Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive
• Comfortable working independently in a territory-based role
• Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required

Compensation & Growth

• $50,000 Base Salary
• Commission tied to account growth
• Growth opportunity within a fast-expanding distribution organization
• Exposure to a premium luxury coffee brand

SVS Group has extensive experience in many industries. We understand the opportunities, and how to find the best fit for your company. Our national search capability allows us to do the legwork to match candidates to opportunities in top locations.

Company Description

SVS Group has extensive experience in many industries. We understand the opportunities, and how to find the best fit for your company. Our national search capability allows us to do the legwork to match candidates to opportunities in top locations.