Director of Trade Development- Honolulu

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits • Honolulu, HI

116d • $102,000 - $110,000

About The Position

Open your future to incredible career potential. Work for an industry-leader who invests in their people. Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits is North America's preeminent wine and spirits distributor, as well as a family-owned, privately held company with a 50+ year legacy of success. We were named by Newsweek as a Most Loved Workplace and are included on the Forbes lists for Largest Private Companies and Best Employers for Diversity. Southern Glazer's offers a competitive compensation package with starting salary range of $102K to $110K + bonus potential (This salary range is an average range for this position. In determining a final offer, the company will evaluate a specific candidate's education, skills and experience and will make an offer appropriately. As a full-time employee, you can choose from a full menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition reimbursement, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more. At Southern Glazer's, you'll enjoy an environment where continuous learning and growth are supported and experience a culture where you are respected, and your voice is heard. If you're looking to fill your glass with opportunity, come join our FAMILY.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Seven years of relevant experience
• Able to obtain and meet industry licensing requirements as needed
• Must possess a valid driver license and secure and maintain auto-liability insurance by state laws

Responsibilities

• Maintain constant communication modes between Division field sales team and supplier marketing (brand & local)
• Implement and drive company-wide sales strategies to achieve sales goals
• Plan, execute and evaluate sales, promotion, and marketing programs
• Lead and direct the Supplier Planning Initiatives, including supplier meetings, programming communication, and business review/planning meeting with SGWS leadership
• Direct the design, planning, and implementation of new and existing marketing initiatives that align with supplier goals
• Manage purchasing, supplier shipment, and local delivery of assigned-supplier portfolios for incentive planning and inventory
• Ensure brand pricing and gross profit is aligned to strategy by channel
• Assist Commercial Finance team in the management of funds and banks as related to local marketing and brand planning
• Utilize various available analytic tools to identify local market intelligence and opportunities - consumer shifts/trends, channel dynamics, key account (NAOP/ chains) dynamics, etc.
• Ensure all business intelligence program tracking is accurate, timely and aligns with regional and individual state reporting
• Develop and enhance relationships with the trade through participation in food/wine/industry-related events
• Survey retail outlets monthly to determine and track competing brands and wholesalers
• Coach, direct, and counsel team on overall performance; define expectations and monitor progress
• Attract, retain, and motivate the team to maintain an engaging work environment and to ensure sound policies and procedures adhered to
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage
• Dental and vision plans
• Tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts
• Disability coverage
• Life insurance plans
• 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness program
• Parental leave
• Vacation accrual
• Paid sick leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees