National Business Manager
Job No:
86542
Location:
Adelaide, SA
- Rare national management opportunity with one of Australia's leading wine companies
- Highly competitive remuneration package which includes a wine allowance. Additional are laptop, iPhone, and iPad as tools to facilitate the role
- Fantastic company culture and great head office location in Adelaide's CBD
About the Organisation
Samuel Smith & Son services the Australian liquor industry with a blue chip portfolio of national and international wines, spirits, cider and premium ales. Samuel Smith & Son embraces and promotes a philosophy of knowledge, service and friendship.
Established in 1923, renowned wine experts Samuel Smith & Son have offices in each mainland capital city, as well as a national sales office in Adelaide and a presence in Tasmania, Far North Queensland, the Northern Territory and Canberra.
"Our commitment to being recognised as the most respected merchant of fine wines, select whisky and superior ales remains absolute." - Robert Hill Smith
About the Opportunity
Samuel Smith & Son now have a rare opportunity on offer for an experienced and dedicated National Business Manager to join their head office in Adelaide, on a full-time basis.
Reporting to the Samuel Smith & Son National Manager for Trading, and working closely with the General Manager of Negociants, the National Business Manager will take on business management responsibilities for the Coles Liquor Group, Vintage Cellars and First Choice banners, with a view to grow sales and brand health in a sustainable way for both Coles Liquor Group and Samuel Smith & Son / Negociants.
The key responsibilities of this position include:
- Overseeing principal and equity brand management and relationship;
- Assisting with planning, trading and promotional programmes in all channels;
- Working alongside forecasting, product data, marketing, and logistics & supply teams to achieve results;
- Liaising and negotiating with both internal and external customers, including close interactions with key winery contacts in the Barossa Valley;
- Facilitating information flow to various networks about current and upcoming promotions; and
- Developing national price lists and trading platforms in all channels.
This role requires occasional travel to Melbourne as required.
About You
To be considered for this role, it is essential you have a solid understanding of the delivery of joint business plans, including forecasting and budgeting, and knowledge of how a trading environment operates. You will have demonstrated experience managing diverse business functions, along with strongly developed account management skills.
The successful candidate will have a background in senior/key account positions that have involved developing and maintaining relationships with multiple venue owners. A thorough understanding of the wine industry is essential, as is a genuine interest in wine and a desire to develop your career further in this rewarding industry.
With excellent interpersonal and communication skills, you will be able to build and maintain strong relationships with a variety of internal and external stakeholders. Strong negotiation skills and a degree of resilience will aid you in this challenging and multi-faceted role.
Samuel Smith & Son are looking for a leader with a strong customer focus and willingness to go the extra mile to ensure customer needs are not just met, but exceeded. As a strong team player, you will be able to collaborate well in your work, and will be open and approachable in how you interact with your team. Proactive by nature, you'll recognise business areas that need improvement and get to work.
About the Benefits
Samuel Smith & Son is offering the successful candidate a highly competitive remuneration package, including super, plus a generous bonus scheme, laptop, iPhone and iPad! All staff also have access to a generous wine allowance.
Additionally, you'll enjoy free parking and a great office location close to Adelaide's CBD, with easy access to the Adelaide Central Markets and China Town.
Not only does this amazing opportunity offer you generous rewards, but also the chance to become part of one of Australia's most respected names in wine.
Share your passion for fine wines, spirits, cider and premium ales with one of Australia’s oldest family owned distribution businesses - Apply now!