NRS & NAOP VP - Suntory (open to remote)

Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits, LLC•Miramar, FL

2d•Remote

About The Position

Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people – and equips them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As North America's largest total beverage distributor, Southern Glazer’s isn't just one of Forbes’ Top Private Companies; it's a family-owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933. Southern Glazer’s is proud of its well-earned positive reputation, continually achieving accolades for our outstanding workplace culture. We take pride in creating a culture where our people are valued, supported, and provided opportunities for growth and belonging. As a full-time employee, you can choose from a wide-ranging 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 assistance, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more. By joining Southern Glazer’s, you would be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and community. This is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to build the future of beverage distribution and grow with a company that truly cares about its people. Overview The Vice President of National Accounts is responsible for the overall direction of sales strategy to increase business opportunities and generate revenue from key internal stakeholders and supplier partners. This role will be the primary point of contact for the SGWS National Accounts team and drive the National Accounts performance, goals, and business relationships.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree plus ten years of experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Ten years of supplier management experience in the wine & spirits industry
Demonstrated experience direct sales and national account management with key customers and suppliers
Five years of demonstrated management experience
Demonstrated knowledge of regulations in major states
Understanding of market dynamics and chain dynamics for wine & spirits
Demonstrated knowledge of MS Office Suite and software applications related to job functions
Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with a range of people at all levels in the organization
Excellent interpersonal, customer service, analytical/problem solving, problem management, presentation development, presentation, and communications skills
Ability to travel up to 50%
National sales experience at a director level or above required

Nice To Haves

Both On & Off Premise experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop National Accounts strategy with internal and external partners, drive Key Performance Indicators (KPI), targets and goals, and overall growth
Manage and develop relationships with key decision makers; establish and maintain high-level, executive contact with SGWS and Supplier Partner National Accounts teams, focusing on the establishment and maintenance of strategic relationships
Recruit, select, orient, and train employees; coach, counsel and manage employees
Communicate National Accounts priorities to all relevant commercial teams, including regions, supplier management team, and commercial operations team
Develop, deploy, and track the execution of national programs across regions
Drive execution of and Supplier Partner programming through the SGWS National Accounts and teams and monitor compliance
Act as primary point of contact for SGWS National Accounts and Supplier Partners to manage issue resolution; resolve issues such as inventory concerns, price discrepancies, work with relevant Corporate, Regional, and State functions to resolve issues
Create, and present sales analysis presentations to sell products and services to SGWS National Accounts, Supplier National Accounts teams
Perform other job-related duties as assigned