Overview:
We are New Jersey’s largest wine and spirits distributor looking for people who have great management skills.
If you are knowledgeable and passionate about the beverage industry then come join our fun, family based culture.
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 4,000 professional development courses that employees can take at any time
Competitive Pay – Allied Beverage Group offers competitive pay commensurate with experience
Quality Benefits – Including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K plan, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Employee Assistance Program, Pet Insurance Plan and more
Allied Perks! – Referral bonus, Associate recognition, discounts with several vendors and more
Responsibilities:
The Portfolio Manager acts as the liaison and support for suppliers and key ABG executives to execute marketing strategies of existing brands, introduction of new products, assessment of opportunities in the market and analysis of brand performance.
Acts as advocate for suppliers at monthly marketing meetings including making presentations on 90 day pricing calendars, reporting results of new product introductions, reporting results on previous months’ priorities and choosing the upcoming month’s priorities.
Responsible for pricing, programming, new items and billing for assigned suppliers.
Responsible for meeting targets on gross profit goals and profit margins on brands assigned.
Prepares and proofs prices structures on new items and price increases on existing items.
Coordinates with Purchasing and Pricing personnel on all aspects of new products with respect to item maintenance and inventory requirements.
Communicates with Purchasing on all Special Programming, change in rotation, and extraordinary Retail Incentive Programs (RIPs), so that inventory levels are adequate for sales.
Works closely with Finance on bill backs, depletion allowances, floor stock adjustments, close outs, and supplier banks.
Communicates with sales force on brand initiatives via sales meetings, market blitzes, field work-withs, and visitation of key accounts.
Prepares for and attends all supplier review meetings.
Works with Desk Top Publishing and marketing assistants to develop sales support materials, like Holiday Brochures and monthly cover themes for Price Book.
Reports on market trends and competitive activity to ABG sales and brand suppliers.
Monitors slow moving inventory and coordinates with sales and operations to sell product balance.
Qualifications:
BA with 3 years industry experience (or equivalent) – preferably in sales and/or marketing
Must have industry knowledge of state and federal (BATF and ABC) regulations
Computer literacy in AS400 and Diver (report writing level)
Computer literacy in Office Windows (Word, Excel, Power Point)
Presentation, Planning, Organization, and Analytical skills;
Attention to detail and accuracy
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.
EEO 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 and other legally protected characteristics.
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