Women of the Vine & Spirits ยท 4 hours ago
Supplier Performance Manager
Johnson Brothers Liquor Company is a leading family-owned distributor of wine, spirits, and beer, delivering exceptional service since 1953. This role is responsible for managing all Sales and Marketing Initiatives, New Product Introduction, Training, Brand Development, and Execution Tracking for assigned vendors, acting as the primary point of contact with suppliers.
Food & Beverages
Responsibilities
Work with supplier representatives to ensure smooth working relationships
Manage, track, and allocate monthly, quarterly, and yearly goals
Develop, implement, and track new product launch plans
Understand, develop, and ensure programs and tools are in place to deliver key sales objectives
Support the Sales Team by conducting regular work-withs and customer calls weekly
Execute against supplier Brand Standards and Execution Roadmaps
Consistent communication and information sharing with local supplier personnel
Manage and create profitable pricing strategies and programming
Set up new items, pricing structures, and manage inventories
Collaborate with suppliers to efficiently disburse POS to the sales teams
Build and develop relationships with key on and off premise accounts
Qualification
Required
BS degree or equivalent work experience
Prior experience working in a wholesale/distributor environment is strongly desired
Demonstrated leadership skills
Strong presentation, and public speaking skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact with all functional and organizational levels
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Exceptional time management and organizational skills
Must be execution oriented with the ability to work independently
Computer proficiency with Microsoft Applications
Must have a valid driver's license and practice safe working and driving habits
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Attendance and punctuality is a must
Regular overnight travel required
Preferred
Prior Management experience preferred
Company
Women of the Vine & Spirits
Women of the Vine & Spirits is the leading membership organization, worldwide, dedicated to boldly pushing the wine, beer and spirits industry toward a more diverse, equitable and inclusive era that empowers all to succeed.