Sazerac
Associate Manager - Trade Marketing
Sazerac, Louisville, Kentucky, us, 40201
Associate Manager - Trade Marketing
Job Locations
US-KY-Louisville
# of Openings
1
Category
Marketing
Type
Regular Full-Time
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. Since the 2000s, Sazerac has averaged double digit growth every year! Sazerac Company produces and markets the most award-winning bourbons and whiskeys in the world, including Buffalo Trace, Pappy Van Winkle, Eagle Rare, Blanton's, and Sazerac Rye. Additionally, Sazerac owns many popular brands across a range of spirits, including Fireball, Southern Comfort, Seagram's V.O., Myers's, Goldschlager, Parrot Bay, 99 Brand, and Platinum Vodka.We're proud of our award-winning culture and distilleries. 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" through the dedication of our craftsmen for well over 200 years. Whether you're a recent graduate or an experienced professional, Sazerac provides extraordinary opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting, entrepreneurial industry.Job Description/Responsibilities
This role will equip Sales and Distributor Teams with programing materials and selling resources to drive effective execution of Guest and Shopper Marketing initiatives. This role will cover both on premise and off premise channel support.Utilize PDS system and available resources to identify areas for continuous self-improvement. Regularly dedicate time to growing the skills outlined in the Development Plan.
Effective and efficient forecasting, inventory management, and timelines. Consolidation and cost optimization of POS and merchandising material procurement. Effective vendor management and customer service support for Shopper Marketing, Sales, and Account Management. Implement sustainable efforts to minimize footprint and wasted resources.Leads all Trade Show requests and execution to up-level brand-equity and presence at key trade events. Delivers 'Trade Show Kits' to streamline resources by Trade Show type.Ensure resource allocation, execution and measurements are in place for NBD. Communicate updates to all stakeholders, assist with prioritization and quality of sales materials are professional and compelling for trade.Management of vendor (Magnolia) to deliver output that is on time, on budget, and impactful to the business. Effective and (cost) efficient management of point-of-sale materials and trade show resources. Execution of POS strategy, POS tools, POS prioritization, and timely procurement deliverables. Serves as POS and merchandise material standards gatekeeper to streamline and prioritize trade support needs, procurement and execution. Leadership of timely development and procurement of all POS and merchandise material.Collaborates with Global Manager Commercial Planning & Analytics and provides Regional input for global master planning. Identifies and reinforces Point of Sale planning, ordering, development, and shipping timelines to ensure cost optimization. Wired in with Sales Operations Director to ensure point of sale resources are aligned, on time, and on budget. Facilitates design reviews/approvals for all POS and merchandise materials with Brand, The Shop and Fulfillment Vendor (Magnolia). Leads item forecasts for evergreen tools (equipment & wearables) and programming specific tools (printables & wearables).Establish well organized priorities for yourself. Ensure project team members understand their roles, updates are posted, and priorities are successfully completed. Facilitate & ensure progress and use the PPT system to inform as appropriate.For assigned platforms/categories/brands, support the development of solution selling materials, new initiative plans and special projects. Reconcile brand/ portfolio issues with sales and marketing teams. Also, lead cross functional development and direction of national big bet sales promotions.Develop and follow action plan to gain the skills, learning experiences & results needed to meet career goals. Use CDS system to guide and record progress.
Qualifications/Requirements
Required QualificationsStrong planning and organizational skillsWillingness to travelBachelor's DegreeStrong computer skills and high comfort using technology and systemsAbility to quickly learn new systems/processesAbility to communicate with all levels of an orgExcellent oral & written communication skillsAbility to manage multiple projects at one timeAbility to handle multiple tasks at one time implementation or project management experience.Experience leading people through influence, where no direct reporting relationship exists.Good time management skills and the ability to prioritizeFamiliar or comfortable with point-of-sale management platforms.5 years relevant experience (minimum)Preferred QualificationsUndergraduate degree in Business, Marketing or CommunicationsExperience in Alcohol Beverage Industry or CPG overallBudgeting, planning and/or financial analysis experience.Physcial QualificationsA valid driver's licenseAbility to work remoteAbility to pay attention to detail
Job Locations
US-KY-Louisville
# of Openings
1
Category
Marketing
Type
Regular Full-Time
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. Since the 2000s, Sazerac has averaged double digit growth every year! Sazerac Company produces and markets the most award-winning bourbons and whiskeys in the world, including Buffalo Trace, Pappy Van Winkle, Eagle Rare, Blanton's, and Sazerac Rye. Additionally, Sazerac owns many popular brands across a range of spirits, including Fireball, Southern Comfort, Seagram's V.O., Myers's, Goldschlager, Parrot Bay, 99 Brand, and Platinum Vodka.We're proud of our award-winning culture and distilleries. 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" through the dedication of our craftsmen for well over 200 years. Whether you're a recent graduate or an experienced professional, Sazerac provides extraordinary opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting, entrepreneurial industry.Job Description/Responsibilities
This role will equip Sales and Distributor Teams with programing materials and selling resources to drive effective execution of Guest and Shopper Marketing initiatives. This role will cover both on premise and off premise channel support.Utilize PDS system and available resources to identify areas for continuous self-improvement. Regularly dedicate time to growing the skills outlined in the Development Plan.
Effective and efficient forecasting, inventory management, and timelines. Consolidation and cost optimization of POS and merchandising material procurement. Effective vendor management and customer service support for Shopper Marketing, Sales, and Account Management. Implement sustainable efforts to minimize footprint and wasted resources.Leads all Trade Show requests and execution to up-level brand-equity and presence at key trade events. Delivers 'Trade Show Kits' to streamline resources by Trade Show type.Ensure resource allocation, execution and measurements are in place for NBD. Communicate updates to all stakeholders, assist with prioritization and quality of sales materials are professional and compelling for trade.Management of vendor (Magnolia) to deliver output that is on time, on budget, and impactful to the business. Effective and (cost) efficient management of point-of-sale materials and trade show resources. Execution of POS strategy, POS tools, POS prioritization, and timely procurement deliverables. Serves as POS and merchandise material standards gatekeeper to streamline and prioritize trade support needs, procurement and execution. Leadership of timely development and procurement of all POS and merchandise material.Collaborates with Global Manager Commercial Planning & Analytics and provides Regional input for global master planning. Identifies and reinforces Point of Sale planning, ordering, development, and shipping timelines to ensure cost optimization. Wired in with Sales Operations Director to ensure point of sale resources are aligned, on time, and on budget. Facilitates design reviews/approvals for all POS and merchandise materials with Brand, The Shop and Fulfillment Vendor (Magnolia). Leads item forecasts for evergreen tools (equipment & wearables) and programming specific tools (printables & wearables).Establish well organized priorities for yourself. Ensure project team members understand their roles, updates are posted, and priorities are successfully completed. Facilitate & ensure progress and use the PPT system to inform as appropriate.For assigned platforms/categories/brands, support the development of solution selling materials, new initiative plans and special projects. Reconcile brand/ portfolio issues with sales and marketing teams. Also, lead cross functional development and direction of national big bet sales promotions.Develop and follow action plan to gain the skills, learning experiences & results needed to meet career goals. Use CDS system to guide and record progress.
Qualifications/Requirements
Required QualificationsStrong planning and organizational skillsWillingness to travelBachelor's DegreeStrong computer skills and high comfort using technology and systemsAbility to quickly learn new systems/processesAbility to communicate with all levels of an orgExcellent oral & written communication skillsAbility to manage multiple projects at one timeAbility to handle multiple tasks at one time implementation or project management experience.Experience leading people through influence, where no direct reporting relationship exists.Good time management skills and the ability to prioritizeFamiliar or comfortable with point-of-sale management platforms.5 years relevant experience (minimum)Preferred QualificationsUndergraduate degree in Business, Marketing or CommunicationsExperience in Alcohol Beverage Industry or CPG overallBudgeting, planning and/or financial analysis experience.Physcial QualificationsA valid driver's licenseAbility to work remoteAbility to pay attention to detail