Build your career at Sazerac! 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, Goldschläger, 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 an upcoming graduate or an internship seeking student, Sazerac provides extraordinary opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting, entrepreneurial industry.
Job Description/ResponsibilitiesThe Market Development Representative will be responsible for achieving volume and distribution goals for our Brands across Sazerac’s portfolio. This role will build brands, maximize distribution and be the main point of contact for both on premise (such as but not limited to: restaurants and bars) and off premise (independent liquor store) accounts in the assigned territory.
Sazerac is growing our U.S. market development team with Market Development Representatives as part of a strategic company expansion. This opportunity is great for someone looking to begin and accelerate their career within a fast-paced, high-growth industry and will have a direct impact on the success of the company.
Additional Responsibilities For The Market Development Representative Include
Create and manage solutions to grow their assigned accounts business, while driving results that deliver market share growth for Sazerac brands.Build brands by utilizing consumer and category trends to educate customers, solve problems and maximize sales.Lead distributors in-store selling, merchandising, marketing and execution for accounts.Achieve volume objectives for priority brands in the portfolioPlan and implement programs to deliver distribution, merchandising, display, and retail promotional objectives.Develop mutually valuable relationships with assigned customers, through understanding their key needs and requirements.Serve as the communication lead between key customers, wholesalers and internal teams.Monitor agreed upon Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) with key customers.Support Market Development Manager with brand building, programming, and distribution activities with customers.
*Job responsibilities may vary by state depending on regulatory and compliance standards for the state.
Qualifications/Requirements Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in sales, marketing, business administration, or a related fieldAnticipated graduation December 20243.0 cumulative GPAMinimum 1 year of relevant field sales professional experience. For new college graduates, a sales internship or full/part-time sales role (preferably in consumer goods)A valid driver's licenseAbility and willingness to work non-traditional hours (nights/weekends)Strong planning & organizational skillsSelf-motivated, strong work ethic, innovative, solution-oriented mindset, with a passion for learningTeam player with effective communication skills and a high level of emotional intelligencePermanent authorization to work in the United States for any employerWillingness to TravelMust be able to obtain a relevant solicitor’s permit in any stateCandidate must reside in or near the territoryMust be able to personally pay or charge ordinary and necessary business expenses that will be timely reimbursed
• 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
Physical Requirements:
Standing for an extended period of timeAbility to pick up and/or move objects up to 35 pounds without assistanceAscend or descend stairsAbility to drive and visit multiple accounts in one dayStrong communication skillsSazerac will not hire students who will now, or at any point in the future, require visa sponsorship to work in the United States.
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