The Role
Manage and develop a team of luxury portfolio specialists, drive sales and account relationships for 15 key on- and off-premise accounts, oversee inventory/allocation, marketing programming, trainings, and strategic brand planning for premium spirits, wine, and champagne.
Summary Generated by Built In
Join the team at New Jersey’s largest wine and spirits distributor! At Allied Beverage Group, we’re proud of our dynamic, family-based culture and our role in keeping the beverage industry moving. If you're looking for a great company with great people—this is the place to be!
Overview
The MHUSA Luxury Portfolio Manager (LPM) primary functions will be:
- ABG Luxury Specialist Management. The LPM will be responsible for all aspect of team development:
- Recruitment/Hiring
- Training/Development
- Sales Programming and Execution
- Recapping and best practice sharing
- Light House Account Universe – 15 Key Accounts
LPM will collaborate with the Portfolio Director to develop strategic brand plans, pricing, and planning on the MH portfolio, while playing a lead role in relationship marketing to give ABG a competitive advantage in the industry.
Responsibilities
- Day to Day LPS Management; hold weekly team and one on one meetings- while goaling them on key initiatives and driving their success in the key account universe
- Portfolio Manager duties including inventory review, allocation management, goal phasing, sell sheets, and GSM’s.
- Recapping Successes in the market, Sales Reporting, Budgeting Market Spends, and Marketing Programming including display enhancers.
- Meet with top key Off/On premise account to develop strong working relationships.
Qualifications
- Business Administration/Marketing Degree (or) Other relevant line of study
- 4+ Years’ experience working in the premium on premise, hospitality industry, mixology accounts and white tablecloth restaurants and be well connected and knowledgeable about local mixology community within their market.
- Experience in the development of cocktails in the on trade as well as conducting wine & champagne trainings
- A sound knowledge of the international premium spirits, champagne and wine is required & a broad knowledge of the competitive set
- Experience in Brand Ambassadorial role a plus
- Principles and processes for providing exceptional customer service within the industry and an entrepreneurial drive with proven record of sales success
- Must be highly organized, have attention to detail
- Good time management skills
Compensation and Benefits
The anticipated salary range for this position is $100,000 to $115,000, depending on qualifications such as experience, education, and skillset. In addition to salary, this role is eligible for a discretionary bonus and offers a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K plan with company match, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, Pet Insurance Plan and more.
Why You Will Love Allied Beverage Group
Industry Leader – We are New Jersey’s Largest Wine and Spirits Distributor
Culture – We may be a big corporation, but we are still family owned and we like to think that influences our work environment. We promote a culture based on trust, respect and collaboration
State of the Art Facility – We opened a brand-new corporate office and distribution center in Elizabeth, NJ in 2019
Your Continued Growth – Our company encourages our employees to reach high, live up to their potential, and advance in their careers. We offer over 9,000 professional development courses that employees can take at any time
Competitive Pay and Quality Benefits – Allied Beverage Group offers competitive pay commensurate with experience along with a comprehensive benefits package
Allied Perks! – Associate recognition, discounts with several vendors and more
The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct a drug and background check for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.
Allied Beverage Group participates in the E-Verify program to confirm employment eligibility of all new hires in the United States.
EEO and AI Disclosure Statement
Allied Beverage Group is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics.
As part of our recruitment process, Allied Beverage Group uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support the initial review of applications. These tools are designed to assist our recruiters in identifying qualifications and experience that align with the requirements of each role. The tools do not make hiring decisions. All final decisions are made by our recruitment team and hiring managers.
We are committed to fair and equitable hiring practices. If you have questions about this process or need an accommodation, please contact Human Resources.
Skills Required
- Business Administration or Marketing degree (or other relevant field)
- 4+ years experience in premium on-premise hospitality, mixology accounts, or white tablecloth restaurants with local mixology connections
- Experience developing cocktails for on-trade and conducting wine and champagne trainings
- Sound knowledge of international premium spirits, champagne, and wine and competitive landscape
- Experience in a Brand Ambassadorial role
- Proven record of sales success with customer service principles and entrepreneurial drive
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Good time management skills
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The Company
What We Do
Allied Beverage Group, LLC (“Allied”), as it is known today, is a family owned company created by the historical mergers of The Baxter Group, Inc., F&A Distributing Company, and The Jaydor Corporation as well as the August 2017 combination with Breakthru Beverage New Jersey. Allied's predecessor companies were leaders of the wholesale wine and spirits industry in New Jersey dating back to the Repeal of Prohibition in the early 1930s. Allied has emerged as New Jersey's largest and most comprehensive wine and spirits distributor and ranks among the ten largest such distributors in the United States. Allied represents the product lines of the world's leading suppliers of beverage alcohol and related products as it services the needs of New Jersey's licensed package stores, restaurants, hotels, taverns and clubs. Allied's state of the art distribution facility and offices are located in Elizabeth, NJ. The company also has offices and cross dock facilities in Swedesboro, NJ.
