Tequila Market Manager - New York Location: New Jersey Brand: Bandero Premium Tequila Employment Type: Full-Time Compensation: $100,000 Base Salary | Commission | Full Benefits About Bandero Premium Tequila Bandero Premium Tequila is a fast-growing premium spirits brand entering an exciting new stage of national expansion. With increasing distribution, major retail opportunities, high-profile events, and strategic partnerships, Bandero is building meaningful momentum across the United States. The brand is expanding its presence in key markets, developing strong relationships with leading distributors and retailers, and creating memorable consumer experiences through tastings, sponsorships, hospitality programs, and brand activations. As Bandero continues to grow its national footprint, New York represents a major opportunity for visibility, influence, and long-term sales growth. We are seeking a driven Market Manager who is excited to help build the market from the ground up, secure influential placements, and become an important part of the brandâs continued expansion. Position Overview We are seeking an experienced, connected, and results-driven New York Market Manager to lead Bandero Premium Tequilaâs growth throughout the state. This is an opportunity to join a growing brand at a pivotal stage and play a direct role in shaping Banderoâs success in one of the most important wine and spirits markets in the country. The New York Market Manager will be responsible for increasing sales, supporting distribution teams, securing new on-premise and off-premise placements, and building lasting relationships with key accounts and industry leaders. The ideal candidate has strong roots in the New York hospitality and beverage community, existing relationships with buyers and decision-makers, and the entrepreneurial drive to build a premium spirits brand in a competitive market. Key Responsibilities Distributor Management Work closely with Banderoâs distributor partner to execute sales programs and achieve market goals. Build strong relationships with distributor leadership, managers, and sales representatives. Conduct regular distributor meetings, sales presentations, ride-alongs, and account visits. Motivate and support distributor teams to increase placements, reorders, and overall sales. Monitor distributor inventory, depletions, execution, and performance against established goals. Ensure distributor activities remain aligned with Banderoâs sales strategy and premium brand positioning. Account Management and Sales Leverage existing relationships and build new connections to grow Banderoâs presence throughout New York. Secure new on-premise and off-premise placements. Develop relationships with key buyers, beverage directors, restaurant groups, retailers, bars, hotels, lounges, nightclubs, and other influential accounts. Manage existing accounts and identify opportunities to increase reorders, menu placements, displays, and promotional support. Create targeted sales plans for priority accounts and high-value opportunities. Maintain a consistent market presence through regular account visits and follow-up. Brand Building Serve as a knowledgeable and enthusiastic ambassador for Bandero Premium Tequila. Host tastings, staff trainings, buyer presentations, events, and activations that reflect Banderoâs premium image. Educate distributor teams, retail staff, bartenders, servers, and consumers on the Bandero portfolio and brand story. Identify local partnerships, sponsorships, and events that can increase visibility and consumer engagement. Ensure Bandero is represented professionally and consistently across all customer and consumer interactions. Market Development Identify opportunities for expansion throughout New York. Monitor competitive brands, pricing, promotions, account activity, and market trends. Provide insight into the New York market landscape, culture, and key industry players. Help develop localized sales, ma

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