Pernod Ricard

We’re the team behind leading brands such as ABSOLUT® Vodka, Jameson® Irish Whiskey, Malibu®, Kahlúa® Liqueur, Beefeater® Gin, and Avión™ Tequila, as well as many more superior wines and exquisite champagnes!. Conviviality is energy and spirit with a splash of je ne sais quoi and is a core philosophy around how we live and work at Pernod Ricard.. The successful candidate collaborates closely with local market leadership and acts as the connector between our portfolio of brands, the trade, and our consumers.. From environmental sustainability to supporting local communities, our commitment is steadfast.. Plus, great benefits and perks to toast to a life filled with support including: Competitive compensation including performance bonuses Domestic & international career development opportunities Competitive paid time off plan + wellbeing days Medical, dental, vision and life insurance Product allowance to enjoy on Pernod Ricard products Gym reimbursement Employee Assistance Program BetterUp Care wellness benefits including nutrition, sleep, executive coaching, etc.

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Position Title: Manager, Customer Development, ILLocation: Chicago, IL, US, RemoteCareers that unlock the magic of human connection Who we are Pernod Ricard is a global premium spirits and wine company. We’re the team behind leading brands such as ABSOLUT® Vodka, Jameson® Irish Whiskey, Malibu®, Kahlúa® Liqueur, Beefeater® Gin, and Avión™ Tequila, as well as many more superior wines and exquisite champagnes! Working at Pernod Ricard is all about igniting conviviality in that all that we do. Derived from the French word, convivialité…it means human connection, authenticity, friendly, and jovial. Conviviality is energy and spirit with a splash of je ne sais quoi and is a core philosophy around how we live and work at Pernod Ricard. Here, we are team players, dream makers, trailblazers, movers and (cocktail) shakers. We have a passion for living life to the fullest, making a new friend every day, and realizing our potential as people and as a business! The salary range for this role, based in Illinois is $83,360.00 to $104,200.00, range will vary if outside of this location.  Base salaries are determined during our interview process, by assessing a candidate’s experience, skills against internal peers and against the scope and responsibilities of the position.Position SummaryAt Pernod Ricard USA, we have accelerated and transformed our organization around experiences of conviviality, placing the consumer at the heart of our business model. The Customer Development Manager plays a critical role in our mission to leverage the power of the complete portfolio to beat the market, ensuring that our customers have the right spirit to match every moment of conviviality. The Customer Development Manager will drive frontline business in top accounts within designated market and areas of responsibility. Serving as the key point of contact in large on-premise key accounts, this role leads customer-facing consultative selling, trade engagement, and consumer activation for the full PR (Pernod Ricard) portfolio. The successful candidate collaborates closely with local market leadership and acts as the connector between our portfolio of brands, the trade, and our consumers. This position is an innovator, continuously identifying and acting on novel opportunities in market for portfolio growth and increased brand visibility. This position reports directly to the Senior Manager, Customer Development.Major Responsibilities / AccountabilitiesThis position conducts customer-facing consultative selling to drive optimal total PR USA portfolio (spirits, wines, and champagnes) penetration and long-term growth in designated outlets. Core responsibilities for the following:Drive total portfolio penetration and velocity year-round by acting as a consultativeadvisor to designated on-premise accounts:Call on assigned accounts with regularly frequency and act as their main PR USA point of contactLead customer meetings as a consultative partner through understanding their business processes, plans, needs and how the full PR portfolio can play in their outletExecute monthly and quarterly programs per guidance from market’s Sales Leadership; activate brand-specific programs based on key priority periods with trade & consumers, incl. samplingsDrive menus / features year-round with channel-specific trade & consumer programmingThoughtfully increase brand visibility with POS in key accountsCreate and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and local trade within account universe and geographic area:Act as market liaison between PR USA brands and trade / consumersMaintain and grow a diverse trade network in assigned geographic areaWork in collaboration with PR USA trade education partners (Brand Ambassadors, Master Sommelier, Mixology & Education) to drive trade education in support of broader PR brand building among the tradeMaintain broad awareness of industry, on-premise channel, and category trendsCollaborate with local Distributors to ensure customer follow-through and supportIdentify and act on new opportunities in market for portfolio growth opportunitiesServe as a product knowledge expert for PRUSA brands across the full portfolio incl. upcoming innovationsUphold responsibility for key administrative, financial, and operational tasks, including:Management of assigned portfolio / brand activation budgets and assigned T&E budgetsManagement of POS materials and preparation of POS orders in-time with POS cycles, in partnership with Commercial Planning & Operations team in the DivisionSupport of PR USA and Distributor teams for essential distributor meetings and work withsTracking of key customer and distributor meetings and deadlines for quarterly / annual plansOverseeing tracking of activation-oriented budgets and spend within limitsJob RequirementsThe role requires a highly motivated self-starter with strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, as well as the ability to influence others. Individual must have a strong ability to collaborate effectively across functions with passion, charisma, and enthusiasm. The role requires the incumbent to be data driven and analytically savvy.Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred.Experience / Background: Minimum 2-3 years of work experience in relevant sales capacity, preferably in alcohol beverage or consumer goods industry.Travel: This position may travel up to 30% of the time.Schedule Flexibility: Able to work evenings and weekends as required by account universe.All interested candidates must be within geography. No relocation will be providedReady to work with spirit? Read on…Life and perks at Pernod Ricard Proud to belong - Just as we help to create moments that matter for our customers, we lead by example every day...bringing our whole self to work and building bonds that celebrate the human spirit, diversity, and foster deep connections.  Empowered to soar - We set high expectations and seek to get the most out of life. Through flexibility and a hybrid workstyle, as well as unique learning opportunities, generous tuition reimbursement, and one-of-a-kind learning programs, we passionately grow our skillset. Committed to care - We are deeply committed to the long-term sustainability of our people, our industry, and our planet. We call this return on responsibility. From environmental sustainability to supporting local communities, our commitment is steadfast. Inspired to dream - We treasure new experiences and are proud to develop as people, not job titles. From rich immersive learning programs in Paris to exciting high-profile events, we blend a love of exploration into all that we do. Our hybrid work style At Pernod Ricard North America, our work philosophy celebrates the magic of human connection with the flexibility needed to provide one's most meaningful contribution. Our hybrid teams will work remotely the majority of the time and unite on-site two days per week or 40% of the time. Our team is empowered to start and finish their day at a time that works best for their lifestyle with the whole team available during the core hours of 10am-3pm.   Plus, great benefits and perks to toast to a life filled with support including: Competitive compensation including performance bonuses Domestic & international career development opportunities Competitive paid time off plan + wellbeing days   Medical, dental, vision and life insurance Product allowance to enjoy on Pernod Ricard products   Gym reimbursement  Employee Assistance Program BetterUp Care wellness benefits including nutrition, sleep, executive coaching, etc. And much, much more! Check out PRUSABenefits.com to view our extensive people programs and support. Pernod Ricard USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It employs qualified individuals based solely on ability, training and experience, and does not and will not, discriminate for or against any employee or applicant for employment or promotion based upon actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service or any other classification protected by law. Offers will be subject to United States local termsJob Posting End Date:Target Hire Date:2024-07-15Target End Date:

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