Bar Operations Specialist - Washington DC

About the role

This is a remote position with an ideal base location in Washington DC. As a Bar Operations Specialist, you’ll represent a select group of premium spirits from the Heaven Hill portfolio, driving sales, building advocacy, and elevating brand awareness through strategic market activations, education, and events. You will focus on building Heaven Hill brand love and advocacy within target on‑premise accounts in the local market, championing brands such as Tequila Ocho, Widow Jane Whiskey, Heaven Hill Bottled‑in‑Bond, Old Fitz 7 Year, Rittenhouse Rye, Mezcal Vago, and Bluecoat Gin.

Responsibilities

• Expand distribution and secure menu placements in key accounts.
• Lead staff trainings, trade education, and consumer experiences.
• Build strong relationships with industry influencers to grow brand presence.
• Collaborate with sales teams and distributor partners to execute market plans.
• Represent the brand at major trade shows, regional events, and national activations.
• Organize and deliver impactful brand education programs.
• Physical requirements: occasional standing, walking, handling objects, computer use, reaching; lift/move up to 40 lbs.
• Travel nationally up to 15 % of time for conferences, trade shows, etc.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 5 years in field sales, brand ambassadorship, or advocacy with established market spirits industry connections.
• Deep knowledge and passion for spirits; agave and whiskey expertise preferred.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and relationship‑building skills.
• Self‑motivated with strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects independently and collaboratively.
• Must be a minimum of 21 years old.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and able to use technology for presentations, tools, and reporting.

Benefits

• Paid Vacation
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Health, Dental & Vision eligibility from day one
• FSA/HSA
• 401K match
• EAP
• Maternity/Paternity Leave

Pay

In Washington DC, the expected compensation range for this role is between $84,000 - $94,000. Actual starting pay may differ based on non‑discriminatory factors, including geographic location, experience, skills, specialty, and education.

Schedule

Flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, with travel as needed.