Key Account Manager - C-store, East Region Atlanta at HEINEKEN
Atlanta, United States
Job Descrption
There’s Always a Seat at Our Bar
The Lagunitas Brewing Company began on a kitchen stove in Northern California in 1993 and has always looked to the future – whether supporting local communities by turning beer into money for the cause, or fueling stories, songs, and experiences with our IPA. Wherever you go: Beer Speaks, People Mumble.
Time off - Approx 33 days off in your first year (combo of vacay, holidays and personal days)
Retirement – up to 5% contribution on 401K plan
BEER – and non-alcoholic Lagunitas beverages
Schwag – 50% off food and merch
Gym Membership – $50 monthly reimbursement for that beer belly (or at least to prevent it)
Pet Insurance – keep your fur babies covered with pet insurance options
Wheels - Eligible for Wheels automobile reimbursement program
Skills to Pay the Bills – professional development, 24/7 operation
Opportunities – Expand your horizons in CA, Chicago . . . the world!
It’s Friday, Ya’ll – Get Paid every other Friday, starting at: $79,807.02-$89,782.90
Please note - pay band may vary, based on where you reside. The listed pay band is reflective of the city associated with this opening: Atlanta, GA
Open to considering candidates who reside on the East Coast
The Gist
The Key Account Manager works to support the growth of the Lagunitas brand in assigned accounts. The position is responsible for developing vertical account relationships, achieving business objectives (increase sales, expanded distribution, brand priorities, market share growth, etc.) as well as managing the communication and administration function pertaining to pricing, post offs, new items authorizations, display execution and promotions for assigned accounts. Primary responsibility - overseeing C-store business within the Eastern United States.
What You’ll Do
Develop Account Relationships
Call on buyers at assigned Accounts with the appropriate frequency to build the Lagunitas business in each account. Includes phone calls, e-mail, personal visits, etc.
Develop and cultivate new and maintain existing vertical account relationships with assigned account personnel.
Utilizing all relevant and available data (IRI & VIP), development and conduct presentations on a regular basis to improve the position of Lagunitas beers within assigned accounts.
Account Annual Business Planning
Increase Lagunitas sales and marketing share in assigned accounts by expanding distribution, increasing feature, display and pricing activity, securing brand promotions, improving product location and other measures included in the annual plan.
Develop Annual Business Plans with all assigned accounts including, but not limited to volume, distribution, market share, promotion, pricing, product position, POS placement, spending, etc.
In conjunction with Field Sales team and distributor network, execute plans in assigned accounts.
Communication
Communicate all pricing and product & promotion information to accounts on monthly basis.
Insure all marketing, field sales and distributors are informed of National Account activity/needs/etc with adequate lead time to generate the execution required to be successful on assigned accounts.
Communicate changes to sales, such as new package authorizations, etc. to brewery operations for use in production forecasting.
Account Analysis and Administration
Manage all relevant price, product, or other pertinent information to designated accounts insuring prompt notification of all information related to Lagunitas, trade promotions, and post off calendars, etc.
Maintain, update and circulate updated National Account contact list as needed.
Analyze all internal and syndicated data on accounts to identify opportunities to improve Lagunitas business. Make recommendations for new products/programs/etc. based on analysis of account needs and market trends.
Provide buyers with performance recaps on a regular basis.
Retail Execution
Work with field sales and distributor teams to achieve retail execution objective. Includes account education/training meeting, etc.
Conduct on going chain store audits and monthly reporting on pricing, distribution, display, and feature activity.
Provide regular input and feedback on all competitive programs to sales and marketing departments to ensure that Lagunitas can maintain a competitive position in the marketplace.
Manage and operate within assigned expense budget.
What We’re Lookin’ For
Bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university desired.
Minimum of 3 years of industry experience selling products on a regional basis to chains, distributor management, etc.
Successful experience managing beer distributors and buyers.
Knowledge and use of IRI/Nielsen syndicated data and VIP sales reporting systems.
Extensive understanding of the industry, products, competitors and pricing strategies.
In-depth knowledge of the three-tier distribution system; Knowledge of State Liquor Board rules & regulations.
Thrives in a fast-paced environment; willing to work flexible schedule, including weekends/evenings/holidays/overtime.
Passion for Lagunitas and the beer business.
Strong level of knowledge of beer and the brewing process.
Outgoing/High energy; enjoys public interaction.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Ability to work independently and stay organized, motivated, focused and efficient.
Ability to work effectively with people at different levels across the organization and externally.
Goal oriented with ability to demonstrate impeccable integrity and honesty.
Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
Key Relationships
Reports to the regional director.
Will have frequent contact with distributor sales representatives
Physical Stuff
Extensive travel: 25 to 50% of time “on the road” (driving and flying)
Unusual / extensive hours: May be required to work long or unpredictable hours. Work revolves around objectives, projects and priorities, not hours. Must be available nights and weekends
Physical: Required to lift 35 lb. Cases, and 165 lb. kegs and various point-of-sales boxes on a periodic basis. May drive long distances (up to 8 hours)
Other: Driver’s license (in appropriate state with acceptable insurance record).
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Come as You Are
At Lagunitas, we welcome people (and dogs) from all walks of life. Anyone, regardless of their race, creed, nation of origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability status, veteran status, marital status, or age, has a home here. Love, progress, and acceptance will always have a seat at our bar.
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