Location: Oakville, Ontario (Hybrid)

Term: Full-time, 3-month summer Contract (approx. May-August)

Reports to: General Manager, Ontario

Rate: $20 per hour

Earning Potential with Commissions: $15,000

Vacation: 4% Vacation Pay

WHY YOU'LL LIKE WORKING WITH MAVERICK

Maverick Distillery is Ontario's original craft distillery! The home of TAG No. 5 Vodka, TAG No. 5 Vodka Coolers, Barnburner Canadian Whisky and a growing portfolio of award-winning spirits. Based in Oakville, Ontario, we pride ourselves on quality, innovation, and a relentless drive to connect with consumers through exceptional products and meaningful trade partnerships.

We're looking for a dynamic and driven summer student to join our team and help grow our on-premise presence across golf courses, bars, and restaurants throughout Ontario.

Position Overview:

We're looking for a motivated and outgoing summer student to join our Inside Sales team and support beverage alcohol sales across golf courses, bars, and restaurants. This role is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in the beverage alcohol industry, develop sales skills, and work directly with trade partners to help grow our on-premise business during peak season.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct outbound calls to licensed golf courses, restaurants, and bars to promote Maverick's portfolio and secure product placements.
• Present seasonal offers and promotional programming aligned to our brand strategy.
• Build relationships with buyers, F&B managers, and owners to understand their needs and offer tailored solutions.
• Maintain accurate customer records in CRM and support reporting on sales activity and outcomes.
• Assist in identifying new account opportunities and help with onboarding processes.
• Collaborate with the Ontario Sales team to align outreach efforts with field execution.
• Gather feedback from customers to support continuous improvement and trade programming.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program (Business, Marketing, Hospitality, or related field).
• A passion for the beverage alcohol industry and an interest in building a career in sales.
• Excellent verbal communication skills and a confident, professional phone presence.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and comfort using CRM tools.
• Must be of legal drinking age in Ontario (19+).
• Prior sales, customer service, or hospitality experience is an asset.
• Past experience in sales or customer service
• Smart Serve certified
• Valid drivers license

What You'll Gain:

• Direct exposure to the inner workings of a fast-growing Canadian spirits company.
• Hands-on sales experience with some of the most exciting products in the market.
• Training, mentorship, and networking opportunities within the beverage alcohol industry.
• A fun, entrepreneurial environment where you can make a real impact.