Director, Owned Retail - Strategy & Finance

Anheuser-Busch • New York, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Owned Retail – Strategy & Finance sets the strategic direction and drives the financial performance of Anheuser-Busch’s U.S. craft brewpubs, taprooms, restaurants, and other owned retail outlets. This leader will help Anheuser-Busch harness its owned retail portfolio to grow local craft brands through exceptional customer experiences, stronger operational leverage, and enhance profitability. Working closely with the Director of Owned Retail – Operations, you’ll champion a hospitality-first culture across hundreds of employees, creating lasting consumer connections. You’ll share P&L ownership, lead long-term growth initiatives, and travel extensively to support and challenge our operators. You will drive cross-functional collaborative efforts across marketing, FP&A, supply, people, procurement, legal, and craft brewery leadership nationwide.

Requirements

• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex projects
• Strong financial acumen in budgeting, forecasting, and performance management
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Multi-unit retail or hospitality leadership experience preferred, ideally in craft beer or food & beverage
• Willingness to travel extensively and work alongside operators to drive results (up to 30%)
• 5 days in office

Responsibilities

• Lead Strategy and Growth Co-own P&L for all U.S. craft brewpubs, taprooms, and other owned retail locations jointly with the Director of Owned Retail – Operations
• Build and execute a multi-year plan to boost traffic, elevate guest experiences, and optimize the retail footprint for craft brand growth
• Partner with hospitality directors to identify and act on opportunities for brand perception, profitability, and portfolio expansion
• Present business cases for openings, renewals, and closures aligned with company goals
• Allocate resources strategically to maximize ROI on CapEx investments
• Shape Culture and Talent Champion a hospitality-centered culture focused on exceptional consumer connections
• Define clear values and behavioral expectations to uphold high service standards
• Develop training and hiring tools to build proactive, high-performing hospitality teams
• Drive Financial Excellence Serve as strategic finance lead for the owned retail business unit, overseeing all Project & Performance Management (PPM) functions
• Benchmark performance against industry standards to fuel continuous improvement
• Partner with FP&A to set budgets, site-level targets, and manage monthly/annual performance cycles
• Optimize leadership structures to strengthen execution and accountability
• Collaborate Across Functions Work closely with marketing, FP&A, supply, people, procurement, and legal teams
• Align owned retail strategies with craft brewery leadership nationwide
• Support development of High End (craft and import) branded retail locations, including concessionaire-led spaces such as airports

Benefits

• Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness and Tax-Advantaged Savings and Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance and Disability Income Protection
• Generous Parental Leave and FMLA policies
• 401(k) Retirement Savings options with a company matching contribution
• Chance to work in a fast-paced environment among a company of owners
• Free Beer!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees