Territory Manager - Outstate TX - 1247321100 - JIM BEAM BRANDS CO
Dallas, TX
About the Job
At Suntory Global Spirits, we craft spirits of the highest quality and deliver brilliant experiences to people around the world. Suntory Global Spirits has evolved into the world's third largest leading premium spirits company ... where each employee is treated like family and trusted with legacy. With our greatest assets - our premium spirits and our people - we're driving growth through impactful marketing, innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit. Suntory Global Spirits is a place where you can come Unleash your Spirit by making an impact each and every day.
What makes this a great opportunity?
Join one of the world's largest premium spirits suppliers and take responsibility for managing a critical piece of our business. You'll have the opportunity to partner with dedicated distributor marketing and sales teams and work closely with key off-premise and on-premise accounts to build our business together by driving best-in-class execution. This role will ideally be located in Dallas, TX.
Entrepreneurial position in a high volume, high value market
Opportunity to develop and establish sustainable on/off premise strategy, evaluate ROI of territory activities and build distributor partner relationships to drive goals and objectives
Assist State Team in achieving vol., profit, and KPI targets for the Outstate Texas market
Role Responsibilities
Drive Suntory Global Spirits brand presence to achieve maximum penetration across the on and off premise. In the On-Premise, maintain and develop new volume opportunities with customers to include placements/spec list improvements; menu listing in key cocktails; feature and promotions, and well placements. In the Off-Premise, drive distribution and display and shelf strategy.
Manage distributor partner relationship for assigned territory; including assessing distributor execution, progress against financial performance objectives and all key performance indicators (KPIs). Demonstrate ability to influence distributor stakeholders without authority to achieve these business results and objectives. Provide monthly sales training and communication to distributor sales force in areas of market, category and brand trends, as well as sales tactics and techniques.
Develop and maintain strong relationships and with key customers to facilitate collaborative business partnerships with national, regional, and independent accounts. Ensure compliance with all chain account initiatives, including coordination with regional account managers and local teams, proactive management of all programs, and reporting presentations.
Conduct monthly/quarterly/yearly planning and market performance recap/review sessions with State Manager and Distributor teams to identify areas of opportunity and risk. Leverage insights to adapt to competitive marketplace from a pricing and programming standpoint
Manage budget (i.e.OPEX, Brand Investment Funds, TandE).
Keep current with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations; ensure all efforts and sales activities are in compliance
Create a culture of inclusion, diversity of thought, and accountability. Communicate effectively with all stakeholders in the value chain, including Distributor, On/Off Premise, Brand, Field Marketing, and Finance teams.
Collaborate with cross functional partners (ex: Field Marketing, distillery partners, etc....) to maximize marketplace opportunities while leading, planning and executing best in class market activation.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
Three (3) plus years of work-related experience in spirits/wine supplier industry or other consumer goods companies
Stakeholder management experience with the ability to influence and develop strong partnerships across the business
Thorough knowledge of distribution, promotion, and selling techniques, alongside strong analytical capabilities, is recommended
Experience working with a distributor is beneficial
Exceptional lanning and self-management skills
MS Office Suite
Budget development and management experience
Licensed driver of motor vehicles
The ability for intermittent travel
Lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 45 lbs.
Sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching, stooping, and typing using a computer
At Suntory Global Spirits, people are our number one priority, and we believe our people grow together in diverse and inclusive environments where their unique insights, experiences and backgrounds are valued and respected. Suntory Global Spirits is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, military veteran status and all other characteristics, attributes or choices protected by law. All recruitment and hiring decisions are based on an applicant's skills and experience.
Nearest Major Market: Dallas
Nearest Secondary Market: Fort Worth
Job Segment: Field Sales, Compliance, Marketing Manager, Manager, Field Marketing, Sales, Legal, Marketing, Management
Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity
What makes this a great opportunity?
Join one of the world's largest premium spirits suppliers and take responsibility for managing a critical piece of our business. You'll have the opportunity to partner with dedicated distributor marketing and sales teams and work closely with key off-premise and on-premise accounts to build our business together by driving best-in-class execution. This role will ideally be located in Dallas, TX.
Entrepreneurial position in a high volume, high value market
Opportunity to develop and establish sustainable on/off premise strategy, evaluate ROI of territory activities and build distributor partner relationships to drive goals and objectives
Assist State Team in achieving vol., profit, and KPI targets for the Outstate Texas market
Role Responsibilities
Drive Suntory Global Spirits brand presence to achieve maximum penetration across the on and off premise. In the On-Premise, maintain and develop new volume opportunities with customers to include placements/spec list improvements; menu listing in key cocktails; feature and promotions, and well placements. In the Off-Premise, drive distribution and display and shelf strategy.
Manage distributor partner relationship for assigned territory; including assessing distributor execution, progress against financial performance objectives and all key performance indicators (KPIs). Demonstrate ability to influence distributor stakeholders without authority to achieve these business results and objectives. Provide monthly sales training and communication to distributor sales force in areas of market, category and brand trends, as well as sales tactics and techniques.
Develop and maintain strong relationships and with key customers to facilitate collaborative business partnerships with national, regional, and independent accounts. Ensure compliance with all chain account initiatives, including coordination with regional account managers and local teams, proactive management of all programs, and reporting presentations.
Conduct monthly/quarterly/yearly planning and market performance recap/review sessions with State Manager and Distributor teams to identify areas of opportunity and risk. Leverage insights to adapt to competitive marketplace from a pricing and programming standpoint
Manage budget (i.e.OPEX, Brand Investment Funds, TandE).
Keep current with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations; ensure all efforts and sales activities are in compliance
Create a culture of inclusion, diversity of thought, and accountability. Communicate effectively with all stakeholders in the value chain, including Distributor, On/Off Premise, Brand, Field Marketing, and Finance teams.
Collaborate with cross functional partners (ex: Field Marketing, distillery partners, etc....) to maximize marketplace opportunities while leading, planning and executing best in class market activation.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
Three (3) plus years of work-related experience in spirits/wine supplier industry or other consumer goods companies
Stakeholder management experience with the ability to influence and develop strong partnerships across the business
Thorough knowledge of distribution, promotion, and selling techniques, alongside strong analytical capabilities, is recommended
Experience working with a distributor is beneficial
Exceptional lanning and self-management skills
MS Office Suite
Budget development and management experience
Licensed driver of motor vehicles
The ability for intermittent travel
Lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 45 lbs.
Sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching, stooping, and typing using a computer
At Suntory Global Spirits, people are our number one priority, and we believe our people grow together in diverse and inclusive environments where their unique insights, experiences and backgrounds are valued and respected. Suntory Global Spirits is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, military veteran status and all other characteristics, attributes or choices protected by law. All recruitment and hiring decisions are based on an applicant's skills and experience.
Nearest Major Market: Dallas
Nearest Secondary Market: Fort Worth
Job Segment: Field Sales, Compliance, Marketing Manager, Manager, Field Marketing, Sales, Legal, Marketing, Management
Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity
Source : JIM BEAM BRANDS CO