Job Description
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Execution of Programming
- Execute all central programs assigned to the market as well as planning & implementing relevant local marketing campaigns to deliver on brand KPIs and sales.
- Programs can include, but is not limited to, sampling, events, sponsorship activation, innovation, shopper programs and POS allocations.
- Manage communication flow between HQ marketing teams, agencies, local sales teams & distributors as relevant to programming activity
- Conduct general sales, brand and promotional-activity training to account staff & management
- Notify TSM/RSMs with any issues and steps taken to resolve those issues
- Perform against established KPIs and market goals
Brand Consistency
- Ensure brand consistency in all regional marketing efforts and materials.
- Align regional messaging with the overall brand positioning and guidelines.
Hiring & Training
- Lead hiring of local sampling agency & recruiting and training of all promotional specialists in each market for sampling and events.
- Ensure all promotional specialists are trained to execute the central sampling concept and are able to communicate key brand concepts to consumers.
- Oversee local sampling agency in handling all logistical details related to staff: scheduling, reviewing timesheets, training, expense reports, ensuring reporting is captured to roll up.
Reporting and Analytics
- Generate regular reports on regional marketing & sales performance, including campaign effectiveness, ROI, and key performance indicators.
- Use data insights to make data-driven decisions and refine marketing & sales strategies.
- Roll up sampling reporting to Director on a weekly or bi-weekly basis, as requested.
- Generate post activity recaps across key campaigns and recommendations for continuous improvement.
Local Team Collaboration
- Work closely with local sales, field, and channel teams to understand their specific needs and objectives.
- Provide marketing support and resources to local teams to achieve regional targets.
- Partner with TSM to identify accounts for sampling and be the key point of contact for both sales & the sampling agency.
Budget Management
- Manage the regional marketing budget, ensuring cost-effective allocation of resources for maximum impact.
- Track expenses, analyze ROI, and report on budget utilization.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business, or a related field. MBA is a plus.
- 3-4 years’ experience in regional or field marketing, preferably in a relevant industry.
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Self-starter with strong interpersonal abilityies to interact and influence diverse groups of people.
- Excellent written, verbal and public speaking skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with local teams and stakeholders.
- Ability to prioritize and juggle many tasks as well as work within prescribed timelines and deadlines
- Knowledge of local on/off premise spirits market, including local laws & statutes
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, marketing tools and analytics platforms.
Benefits
- Highly competitive compensation packages-135k+,+15% annual bonus
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Matching 401(k) plan
- Yearly wellness stipend (gym membership or fitness classes)
- Generous holiday and vacation policy