CPWS Sales Director, Diageo Whiskey & Tequila - Cerritos, CA

at  Southern Glazers Wine and Spirits

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

Open your future to incredible career potential. Work for an industry-leader who invests in their people. Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits is North America’s preeminent wine and spirits distributor, as well as a family-owned, privately held company with a 50+ year legacy of success. We were named by Newsweek as a Most Loved Workplace and are included on the Forbes lists for Largest Private Companies and Best Employers for Diversity.
Southern Glazer’s offers a competitive compensation package with a salary range of $130000 - $160000 / year plus bonus, incentives, and auto allowance. This salary range is an average range for this position. In determining a final offer, the company will evaluate a specific candidate’s education, skills and experience and will make an offer appropriately.
As a full-time employee, you can choose from a full menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition reimbursement, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.
At Southern Glazer’s, you’ll enjoy an environment where continuous learning and growth are supported and experience a culture where you are respected, and your voice is heard. If you’re looking to fill your glass with opportunity, come join our FAMILY.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Seven years of relevant experience
• Able to obtain and meet industry licensing requirements as needed
• Must possess a valid driver license and secure and maintain auto-liability insurance by state laws
• Critical nature of this job may require extended hours, overtime and weekends

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure the attainment of sales goals through the regular evaluation of business partner relationships, new business opportunities, and optimization of present sales and service levels
• Manage team to ensure maximum sales and profits from assigned accounts
• Coach, direct, counsel team on overall performance; define expectations and monitor progress
• Work closely with sales leadership to maximize impact of Business Development Manager teams in assigned accounts.
• Reinforce communication of promotions and programs to the sales team
• Attract, retain and motivate team to maintain an engaging work environment and to ensure sound policies and procedures adhered to
• Build and develop a high performing sales team
• Provide summary of sales activity to relevant stakeholders
• Conduct regular performance reviews and identify opportunities for development, training, and performance improvement
• Identify and monitor market activity and business intelligence
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

ADDITIONAL PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Proficient working knowledge of computerized applications, for example, word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation software, email, and specialized business applications software
• Presentation skills necessary to effectively communicate, update, persuade, and facilitate discussions with all level of management
• Interpersonal skills necessary to lead a team and establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of the organization and relevant stakeholders
• Knowledge of applicable state regulations and adult beverage market dynamics
• Demonstrated ability to inspire, coach, and lead colleagues and direct reports by example in an intense and fast-paced business environment
• Must require little direction or supervision; goal-oriented focused, and assertive
• Ability to manage multiple projects/priorities on tight deadlines and maintain high level of quality output
• Strong analytical, leadership and verbal/written communication skills
• Ability to understand and manage budgets, profitability, and expenses