Account Manager in Training

Job overview

The Account Manager in Training is an onsite, full-time position based in Bath, MI, working in assigned local markets and driving a personal vehicle to stores. Pay is $18.50–$21 per hour. Imperial Beverage is a Michigan family-owned beverage distributor focused on helping customers and communities succeed. The role develops sales skills through job shadowing, training, merchandising, and route coverage, with the goal of preparing the employee for an independent sales route. It supports product availability and account growth by stocking and displaying beverages, learning customer needs, and placing orders for assigned accounts.

What you'll do

• Merchandise products by reviewing deliveries, stocking shelves and coolers, rotating product, organizing backstock, and assembling displays
• shadow and train with sales managers and account managers
• cover sales routes
• develop sales plans for accounts
• discuss replenishment and product placement with account purchasers or managers
• place orders
• assist with store resets, special projects, and local festivals
• sample and learn about products with suppliers.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

account manager in training

imperial beverage

full-time

bath mi

beverage sales

merchandising

sales route training

account relationships

product displays

order placement

$18.50–$21/hr

michigan liquor license

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees
• HSA and FSA options
• 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting
• 3.5 weeks of PTO starting in year one
• paid volunteer time
• paid parental leave for full-time employees
• weekly pay
• safe-ride reimbursement
• training and career development
• referral bonuses.

Why this role

Requires age 21 or older, a reliable vehicle, residence in the assigned market, and ability to attain a Michigan Liquor Control Commission license. Work is Monday–Friday and as needed on weekends; varying hours may be needed for customer needs and special events.

About the employer

Imperial Beverage is hiring for this role. Industry: Wholesale Trade Agents and Brokers. Sector: 42.