Marc Buck
West Chicago,IL
Summary
Self motivated, beer industry expert with proven track record and more than 20 years experience in the beverage industry. Quick to establish trust and build rapport through effective networking and deep industry knowledge. Seeking a challenging management position with New Belgium/Bells Brewing whose focus is promoting growth and maintaining market relevance
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Beer Ranger
New Belgium Beverage
05.2019 - Current
- Completed Beer Mentor Program
- Managed Multiple Distributors before distributor consolidation
- Built and presented sales and marketing plans to distributors
- Manage team of distributor Sales Reps within Reyes Holdings
- Execute beer dinners, on and off premise tastings and promotions
- Built solid relationships in both the market and distributor network
- Negotiated sponsorships with key accounts throughout territory
- Manage and execute the day-to-day responsibilities of the Beer ranger position
Area Manager
Town And Country Distributors
10.2012 - 05.2019
- Managed two of the top volume Binny's in T&C footprint increasing 13.2% and 6% respectively
- Increased Overall Volume 2% in a downward trending market
- Trained and managed several merchandisers to execute all programs and assure market dominance
- Managed one of the largest and highest profile route in the T&C territory at 45+ accounts
- Leader in building impactful displays and executing local and regional programs
- Qualified at the top of all contests and incentives.
Area Manager
Schamberger Brothers Inc.
06.2003 - 10.2012
- Managed 300 accounts in all channels including on and off premise, large format, chain stores, and independents
- Responsible for maintaining and trouble shooting all draft systems
- Managed the execution of programming, pricing, sales and distribution within all accounts and channels
- Analyzed market trends and created promotions to maximize product impact to consumer
- Qualified at the top of all contests and incentives.
Merchandiser
Schamberger Brothers Inc.
08.2002 - 05.2003
- Responsible for account maintenance at key accounts in all districts
- Executed point-of-sale standards increasing product presence throughout all districts
- Sold in new product placements resulting in competitive and incremental product space.
Merchandiser
Town And Country Promotions (Currently Known As Armanetti's)
06.2001 - 08.2002
- Built and Maintained Displays
- Created and distributed monthly flyers for all accounts within a chain
- Established relationships with store proprietors.
Skills
- Cicerone Level I Certified
- Boston Beer Company Styles, Flavors & Off
- Multiple Top Performer of the Month
- Flavors Course
- Multiple Craft Beer Focus Month Winner
- Bright Tank Development Course
- Crown of Excellence Distributor of the Year
- Salesman of the Year Finalist 6 Years
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Beer Ranger
New Belgium Beverage
05.2019 - Current
Area Manager
Town And Country Distributors
10.2012 - 05.2019
Area Manager
Schamberger Brothers Inc.
06.2003 - 10.2012
Merchandiser
Schamberger Brothers Inc.
08.2002 - 05.2003
Merchandiser
Town And Country Promotions (Currently Known As Armanetti's)
06.2001 - 08.2002