
Overview
Sazerac Company Overview. Build your career at Sazerac! With almost 400 years of rich history, Sazerac Company has thrived as an independent, American family-owned company with operations in the United States and around the world. Sazerac produces and markets the most award-winning bourbons and whiskeys in the world, including Buffalo Trace, Pappy Van Winkle, Eagle Rare, Blanton’s, Traveller, and Sazerac Rye. Additionally, Sazerac owns many popular brands across a range of spirits, including Fireball, Svedka, Wheatley, BuzzBallz, Southern Comfort, Seagram’s V.O., Myers’s, Goldschläger, Parrot Bay, 99 Brand, and Platinum Vodka. Our Louisville office has been named one of the “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” four times, and our Buffalo Trace Distillery has earned the title of “world’s most award-winning distillery.”
We’re proud of our award-winning culture and distilleries. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced professional, Sazerac provides opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting, entrepreneurial industry.
Job Description / Responsibilities The Market Development Manager is a field leader who will manage a team of Off-Premise Market Development Representatives in Northern California to drive results in off-premise accounts. This role will develop and execute Impact Selling programs to drive key sales objectives in their markets. Sazerac is expanding its U.S. salesforce; this is an opportunity to lead a best-in-class sales team to build brands and drive results in the field.
Additional Responsibilities for the Market Development Manager
Lead and manage a team of Market Development Representatives to build brands, maximize distribution, solve customer challenges and maximize Sazerac merchandising and space-to-sales.
Motivate and develop internal and wholesale teams in delivering brand and individual goals.
Establish and implement strategic programs to guide distribution, launches, displays, feature ads, and retail promotions that present the brand priorities effectively.
Achieve volume objectives for the brand priorities.
Plan and execute consistent sales calls with key accounts.
Develop, implement and monitor agreed-upon Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to their team.
Work with internal teams to address brands that diverge from the state priority plan.
Job responsibilities may vary by state depending on regulatory and compliance standards for the state.
Qualifications / Requirements Required Qualifications
Bachelor Degree in Business or equivalent experience
Minimum 1 year of relevant professional experience, or for new college graduates, a sales internship or full/part-time sales role (preferably in consumer goods)
A valid driver's license
Ability and willingness to work non-traditional hours (nights/weekends)
Strong planning & organizational skills
Willingness to travel
Must be able to obtain a relevant solicitor’s permit in any state
Candidate must reside in or near the territory
Must be able to personally pay or charge ordinary and necessary business expenses that will be timely reimbursed
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum 2 years sales experience
Market development and sales analysis experience
Strong ability to self-manage and manage schedule to achieve results
Experience building customer relationships
Physical Requirements
Standing for an extended period of time
Ability to pick up and/or move objects up to 35 pounds without assistance
Ascend or descend stairs
Ability to drive and visit multiple accounts in one day
Strong communication skills
Placement within the salary range is calculated based upon years of directly relatable experience for the position. The salary range refers to base salary only and does not include car allowance, annual bonus, fuel or cell phone reimbursement.
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We’re proud of our award-winning culture and distilleries. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced professional, Sazerac provides opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting, entrepreneurial industry.
Job Description / Responsibilities The Market Development Manager is a field leader who will manage a team of Off-Premise Market Development Representatives in Northern California to drive results in off-premise accounts. This role will develop and execute Impact Selling programs to drive key sales objectives in their markets. Sazerac is expanding its U.S. salesforce; this is an opportunity to lead a best-in-class sales team to build brands and drive results in the field.
Additional Responsibilities for the Market Development Manager
Lead and manage a team of Market Development Representatives to build brands, maximize distribution, solve customer challenges and maximize Sazerac merchandising and space-to-sales.
Motivate and develop internal and wholesale teams in delivering brand and individual goals.
Establish and implement strategic programs to guide distribution, launches, displays, feature ads, and retail promotions that present the brand priorities effectively.
Achieve volume objectives for the brand priorities.
Plan and execute consistent sales calls with key accounts.
Develop, implement and monitor agreed-upon Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to their team.
Work with internal teams to address brands that diverge from the state priority plan.
Job responsibilities may vary by state depending on regulatory and compliance standards for the state.
Qualifications / Requirements Required Qualifications
Bachelor Degree in Business or equivalent experience
Minimum 1 year of relevant professional experience, or for new college graduates, a sales internship or full/part-time sales role (preferably in consumer goods)
A valid driver's license
Ability and willingness to work non-traditional hours (nights/weekends)
Strong planning & organizational skills
Willingness to travel
Must be able to obtain a relevant solicitor’s permit in any state
Candidate must reside in or near the territory
Must be able to personally pay or charge ordinary and necessary business expenses that will be timely reimbursed
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum 2 years sales experience
Market development and sales analysis experience
Strong ability to self-manage and manage schedule to achieve results
Experience building customer relationships
Physical Requirements
Standing for an extended period of time
Ability to pick up and/or move objects up to 35 pounds without assistance
Ascend or descend stairs
Ability to drive and visit multiple accounts in one day
Strong communication skills
Placement within the salary range is calculated based upon years of directly relatable experience for the position. The salary range refers to base salary only and does not include car allowance, annual bonus, fuel or cell phone reimbursement.
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