SAZERAC COMPANY OVERVIEW

Build your career at Sazerac! With almost 400 years of rich history, Sazerac Company has thrived as an independent, American family-owned company with operations in the United States and around the world. Since the 2000s, Sazerac has averaged double digit growth every year! Sazerac Company produces and markets the most award-winning bourbons and whiskeys in the world, including Buffalo Trace, Pappy Van Winkle, Eagle Rare, Blanton’s, Traveller, and Sazerac Rye. Additionally, Sazerac owns many popular brands across a range of spirits, including Fireball, Svedka, Wheatley, BuzzBallz, Southern Comfort, Seagram’s V.O., Myers’s, Goldschläger, Parrot Bay, 99 Brand, and Platinum Vodka.
We’re proud of our award-winning culture and distilleries. Our Louisville office has been named one of the “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” four times, and our Buffalo Trace Distillery has earned the title of “world’s most award-winning distillery” through the dedication of our craftsmen for well over 200 years. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced professional, Sazerac provides extraordinary opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting, entrepreneurial industry.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Minimum 5 years of experience managing vendor relationships, including contracts
• Proven negotiation skills with a track record of cost savings and supplier performance management
• Proficiency with data tools, statistical analysis, and advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Must reside in the state of Kentucky OR be willing to relocate to the Louisville area.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) design or related industry
• Prior experience in the alcohol beverage or broader CPG industry
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strategic thinking, stakeholder management, project leadership, and communication skills
• Willingness to travel as needed
  

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JOB DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES

The Procurement Manager for Marketing is responsible for the efficient sourcing, procurement, and timely delivery of marketing point-of-sale (POS) materials, including branded merchandise and value-added packaging (VAP). This role oversees the end-to-end process from artwork development to fulfillment, while ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and exceptional service standards are met. The role collaborates closely with internal teams, vendors, and agencies to support business objectives.