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Johnson Brothers

Supplier Performance Manager

Johnson Brothers, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States, 27601

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Looking for a rewarding career? Johnson Brothers is a leading family-owned distributor of wine, spirits, and beer, delivering exceptional service since 1953. We proudly represent the world’s top beverage brands and are committed to excellence, innovation, and growth. Johnson Brothers offers exciting opportunities in a variety of areas. Join our passionate team and help shape the future of the beverage industry!

This role is responsible for managing all Sales and Marketing Initiatives, New Product Introduction, Training, Brand Development, Product Education, Point of Sale and Execution Tracking for assigned vendors. This role acts as Johnson Brothers-Mutual’s primary point of contact with a close relationship to the supplier. This position will with work closely with Johnson Brothers Sales and Supplier Management Teams to develop goals and ensure the successful execution of objectives.

Job Description Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Work with supplier representatives to ensure smooth working relationships

Manage, track, and allocate monthly, quarterly, and yearly goals

Develop, implement, and track new product launch plans

Understand, develop, and ensure programs and tools are in place to deliver key sales objectives

Support the Sales Team by conducting regular work-withs and customer calls weekly.

Execute against supplier Brand Standards and Execution Roadmaps

Consistent communication and information sharing with local supplier personnel

Manage and create profitable pricing strategies and programming

Set up new items, pricing structures, and manage inventories

Collaborate with suppliers to efficiently disburse POS to the sales teams

Build and develop relationships with key on and off premise accounts

Position Requirements

BS degree or equivalent work experience

Prior experience working in a wholesale/distributor environment is strongly desired.

Prior Management experience preferred

Demonstrated leadership skills

Strong presentation, and public speaking skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact with all functional and organizational levels.

Strong analytical and problem solving skills.

Exceptional time management and organizational skills.

Must be execution oriented with the ability to work independently.

Computer proficiency with Microsoft Applications

Must have a valid driver’s license and practice safe working and driving habits.

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Attendance and punctuality is a must.

Regular overnight travel required

Worker Sub-Type Regular

Time Type Full time

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