Brand Ambassador - Fine Wine & Spirits - South NJ

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 Fine Wine & Spirits Brand Ambassador will be responsible for assisting in the development of key trade initiatives (On/Off-Premise) with full responsibility for the implementation & execution of these strategic plans & trade concepts within their respective account universe; align with the local sales/KAM team and supplier team to ensure optimal execution.  They will be responsible for identifying and exploiting key trends & potential trade partners introducing any trade concepts to their Key Accounts. They will also act in an ambassadorial role within the market with a responsibility to represent, champion, educate and train on premium spirits & fine wines to all levels of the trade, internally and to consumers as needed.

• Must be visible at the distributor office and meet with sales representatives, management teams and suppliers, to ensure pursuit of consistent objectives and strategies.  Will be expected to be an internal leader for CBI, driving Core Programming with the extended sales team.  
• Act as Key Point of Contact with KAM Team to Develop /Execute/Recap all Marketing Program as it connects to your key account universe.    
• Meet with key accounts (On/Off) within the assigned territory to develop strong working relationships. 
• Present brands, work toward achieving increased volumes and assist distributor in attaining objectives that are specifically driven thru strategic supplier brands. 
• Provide weekly market activity report to supervisor to include list of objectives, accomplishments, competitive activities, special projects, etc. 

• Business Administration/Marketing Degree or equivalent experience
• 4 Years’ experience working in the Premium Wine and Spirits Industry; Working for Beverage Supplier/Distributor (Non-Alc/Soft Drink/Food/Beer/Alc/Wine).
• Experience in managing customer relationships meet aligned current business goals.
• A sound knowledge of the international premium wine and spirit’s competitive landscape.  
• Experience in Brand Ambassadorial Role/Marketing Execution Role will be a plus.
• Develop and execute marketing/sales promotional plans. 
• Account Management focusing on the Fine Wine On/Off Premise Key Accounts.
• 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
• Time management skills: ability to execute a planned work week
• Proactive and Solution Oriented Mindset
• Ability to influence stakeholders to support business goals.

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated salary range for this position is $65,000 to $70,000, 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.

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.

Salary : $65,000 - $70,000