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Grain & Barrel Spirits · 1 day ago

Brand Engagement Team Member - Midwest U.S.

Louisville, KY

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

3+ years exp

Grain & Barrel Spirits is seeking a Midwest Brand Engagement Team Member to manage brand execution for Chicken Cock Whiskey across several states. This role focuses on commercial development, brand education, and consumer engagement through various initiatives and events.

BrewingCraft BeerFood and Beverage

Hiring Manager

Grace Bass

Responsibilities

Secure new on-premise accounts and expand permanent placements throughout the Southeast territory

Drive POD growth and secure strategic cocktail menu features

Conduct distributor ride-withs and collaborate with sales teams to increase depletion velocity

Support retail barrel sales and execute high-impact retail programs

Lead in-person and virtual barrel tastings, staff trainings, Distributor GSMs, and whiskey dinners

Assist with hosting VIP guests and assisting with commercial impact opportunities at either one of Chicken Cock Whiskey’s brand homes, Circa 1856, in Louisville and Bardstown, KY

Serve as a trusted product expert for bartenders, managers, distributors, and consumers

Reinforce brand standards and CCW storytelling consistently across all markets

Host pop-ups, account features, and regional consumer activations

Secure social media brand features from on-premise and retail partners

Support key market media opportunities and strategic partnerships

Execute and support one major national event per quarter

Contribute to content creation, innovation initiatives, and best-practice sharing

Deliver timely recaps and documentation from market activity, events, and programs

Qualification

Beverage alcohol salesOn-premise/bar managementBrand ambassador experienceMarket management experiencePublic speakingTraining skillsConsumer engagement