Vending & Cooler Operations Leader

National Beverage Corp.; Atlanta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

National Beverage Corp. is seeking a Vending Operations Manager to oversee the company’s nationwide cooler and vending business. You will build strong relationships with suppliers, manage a network of service agents, and coordinate equipment placements for trade shows, events, and promotions.

The role requires strong organizational and communication skills and may involve travel across the United States. Experience in consumer products or vending/refrigeration is a plus and the position supports

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Experience in consumer products or vending/refrigeration would be a positive.
• Ability to accommodate travel requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations across multiple regions including equipment servicing.
• Maintain a network of service agents throughout the U.S. to service vending and cooling equipment.
• Support marketing teams requiring coolers or vending machines for shows, events and promotional activities including procurement, setup and teardown.
• Perform other special assignments related to exclusive events, special programs, and unique equipment placements.
• Analyze asset and service reports to optimize service call rate and return on investment.
• Hold suppliers accountable for excessive service call rates.
• Maintain cost controls for vending operations.
• Negotiate supplier and equipment vendor contracts to secure competitive pricing and service agreements.

Skills

Leadership experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

National Beverage Corp. is seeking a Vending Operations Manager to oversee the company’s nationwide cooler and vending business. You will build strong relationships with suppliers, manage a network of service agents, and coordinate equipment placements for trade shows, events, and promotions.

The role requires strong organizational and communication skills and may involve travel across the United States. Experience in consumer products or vending/refrigeration is a plus and the position supports