JOIN THE RED BOOT TEAM
The Red Boot Beverage team is growing! We are extremely proud of our culture, which is built on respect and hard work. Each member of the Red Boot team uses their unique skills and talents to ensure that we meet and exceed our customers’ expectations. Check out our open positions below.
Current Openings
Key Account Manager
Opportunity
Build a custom B2B beverage business with the Midwest’s leading co-packer!
Red Boot Beverage is a 6-year-old co-manufacturer with $25 million in annual sales. We are looking for a Key Account Manager to cultivate our small group of high-value clients and efficiently produce popular brands of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. If you love selling custom-manufactured products and developing long-term client relationships, come work with our small, nimble team of passionate makers.
Responsibilities
- Work directly with B2B customers, marketing & development, and production teams to build strong collaborative relationships and ensure jobs are completed to customer specifications on a timely basis
- Report to the VP of Marketing & Development and work closely with Client Success Manager
- Provide turnkey management of a small number of current small- to medium-sized accounts to ensure profitable retention and growth; nurture and build new clients as they come onboard
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships
- Swiftly respond to and resolve key issues
- Participate in weekly production meetings
- Engage with suppliers for spec information related to client projects
- Coordinate with Materials Manager to ensure accuracy of Bill of Materials for production
- Communicate with client regarding details and timing of materials they may provide; acknowledge receipt and status of materials on hand
- Monitor production runs and document/flag issues; follow through with client
- Work with Client Success Manager to develop agendas for client visits; participate or lead plant tours
- Monitor and track finished goods inventory; work with clients to manage inventory levels
- Lead forecasting work with clients
Skills and qualifications
- 5-10 years of experience selling custom manufactured products, ideally food and beverage
- Relationship-driven approach to selling, developing, and servicing beverage customers
- Strong business acumen – self-starter with good time management and self-discipline
- Excellent communication (written and verbal) and collaboration skills
- Flexible, adaptable, growth mindset
- Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 (must have MS Excel experience)
- Beverage, Food Manufacturing or Brewing experience preferred but not required
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or Business
Resources to leverage
- 160,000 square-foot facility dedicated to the bottling, canning and formulation of carbonated and non-carbonated beverages
- 88-person team of experts in sourcing, formulation, blending, packing and packaging, warehousing and logistics
- Strong network of preferred vendors for ingredients, packaging, and design
Work requirements
- Onsite position at the production facility in Des Moines, IA
- Travel estimated up to 20%
Compensation & benefits
- Base pay + $85K plus bonus opportunities
- Benefits include health, dental, and vision; retirement match; PTO
Contact information
Please send inquiries or cover letter and resume to: April Woodbury, Office Administrator, at
april@redbootbeverage.com
Forklift operator with CDL
We are seeking a skilled Forklift Operator, with a CDL. The ideal candidate will be responsible for loading and unloading materials, driving truck to other building, ensuring proper handling of products, and maintaining a safe work environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $23.00 – $25.00 per hour
Duties
- Operate fork truck in a safe and efficient manner
- Drive truck between buildings (1/4 mile apart)
- Load and unload materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves
- Move products to storage areas using the appropriate equipment
- Maintain accurate inventory records of products handled
- Follow safety guidelines and procedures to prevent accidents
- Keep the warehouse clean and organized
- Assist in other tasks within the warehouse as needed
Qualifications
- CDL license (Required)
- Proven experience as a Forklift Operator
- Familiarity with standard warehouse management systems
- Knowledge of materials handling techniques
- Proficient in loading and unloading procedures
- Understanding of basic math for inventory purposes
- Experience working in a distribution center is a plus
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Health, dental, and vision insurance benefits
- Paid time off
- Opportunities for advancement within the company
If you are a motivated individual with experience operating forklifts and are looking to join a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply for the Forklift Operator position.
To apply, click the button below. Please include your resume and cover letter.
STAFF ACCOUNTANT
Join our team as a Staff Accountant where you will play a crucial role in our finance department. We are seeking a detail-oriented individual to process A/P, A/R, Payroll, prepare Journal Entries, inventory reconciliations, and financial/compliance reporting.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 – $70,000.00 per year
Responsibilities
- Processing of A/P, A/R, Payroll, Journal Entries.
- Financial and Compliance Reporting
- Perform balance sheet reconciliations on a regular basis
- Assist in tax preparation and compliance activities
Experience
- Accounting Degree
- Understanding of warehouse transactions.
- Proficiency in QuickBooks and similar accounting software
Benefits
- 401(k) 3% Match
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
To apply, click the button below. Please include your resume and cover letter.
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