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Independent Chain Key Account Manager
full-timeCrown Point

Summary

Location

Crown Point

Type

full-time

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About this role

What You Need To Know

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 the premier wine and spirits 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.

The reputation of Southern Glazer’s is well-established, and it's no surprise that we are regularly recognized for our culture. Southern Glazer’s has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Inclusion and Diversity, as well as for Women and Parents and Families. These accolades speak volumes about our commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive culture of belonging for all employees.

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

Responsible for achieving customer objectives, Key Performance Indicators, and targets by implementing strategies and tactics while managing customers in a manner that will achieve profitable long-term growth.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Sell to accounts in assigned trade channel(s)
  • Drive brand success via leadership selling against trade channels and actively supporting the selling efforts of sales reps, district managers, and key account specialists within the wholesaler
  • Lead all parts of the sales process including targeting appropriate accounts, lead selling, education and positioning brands for success within the account
  • Monitor field implementation and execution of programs within assigned accounts to ensure product pricing and promotion
  • Regularly interact with field management for updating programming and brand priorities, brand standards and best practices leading to successful execution in the market
  • Provide detailed tracking reports of wholesaler performance against agreed-to supplier objectives
  • Develop key account relationships that deliver measurable results
  • Work with key assigned teams to deliver monthly goals (work-withs, product training samples, etc.)
  • Create, coordinate, and attend on-site promotional functions at established customer accounts (e.g., winemaker dinners, product launches, and tastings)
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Additional Primary Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor s Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Five years of industry-related sales experience within the distribution, hospitality or supplier community
  • 21 years or older
  • Valid state motor vehicle operator s license and ability to obtain and maintain auto liability insurance by State laws

Physical Demands

  • Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time may include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or mobile device
  • Physical demands with activity or condition may include walking, bending, reaching, standing, squatting, and stooping
  • Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time include driving throughout the day with segments up to 2 hours
  • May require lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 56lbs

 

This position is deemed a safety-sensitive position.  As such, any person who is given a conditional offer of employment will be required to pass a drug test.

EEO Statement

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affirmative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. SGWS complies with all federal, state and local laws concerning consideration of a qualified applicant's arrest and/or criminal conviction records. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.

If you have any questions or concerns about whether this posting complies/adheres with local pay transparency requirements, please contact the SGWS talent acquisition team at [email protected]

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Other facts

Tech stack
Sales,Account Management,Brand Positioning,Customer Relationship Management,Field Management Interaction,Performance Tracking,Promotional Functions,Product Training,Market Execution,Strategic Planning,Team Collaboration,Lead Selling,Education,Targeting Accounts,Program Implementation,Reporting

About Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits, LLC

Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits is the world’s pre-eminent distributor of beverage alcohol, and proud to be a multi-generational, family-owned company. We have operations in 47 states and Canada. We offer an array of careers focused on delivering a captivating and rewarding experience.

We challenge our colleagues every step of the way and provide them with tools to grow, succeed and accomplish their personal and professional goals. Together, we can deliver the highest quality service to each of our customers and put you on the career path you’ve been looking for.

To learn more about our company and career opportunities, please visit one of the following sites:

Corporate Information:
www.southernglazers.com
Facebook.com/SouthernGlazers
Twitter @sgwinespirits
Instagram @sgwinespirits

Recruitment Information:
www.southernglazers.com/careers
Facebook.com/southernglazerswineandspiritsjobs/
Instagram.com/sgwinespiritscareers/
X/Twitter @SGWSCareers

Team size: 10,001+ employees
LinkedIn: Visit
Industry: Beverage Manufacturing
Founding Year: 1968

What you'll do

  • The Independent Chain Key Account Manager is responsible for achieving customer objectives and managing accounts to ensure profitable long-term growth. This includes leading the sales process, monitoring program execution, and developing key account relationships.

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What does a Independent Chain Key Account Manager do at Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits, LLC?

As a Independent Chain Key Account Manager at Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits, LLC, you will: the Independent Chain Key Account Manager is responsible for achieving customer objectives and managing accounts to ensure profitable long-term growth. This includes leading the sales process, monitoring program execution, and developing key account relationships..

Why join Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits, LLC as a Independent Chain Key Account Manager?

Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits, LLC is a leading Beverage Manufacturing company.

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