Account Manager

Pernod Ricard USA; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global spirits company is seeking an Account Manager in the Canterbury region. You'll manage and nurture relationships with retail liquor outlets and supermarkets, focusing on driving sales and uncovering new revenue streams within a supportive team. Ideal candidates will have proven sales experience in FMCG and a passion for the spirits industry. This role offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Product Allowance

Bonus

Fully Maintained Tool of Trade Vehicle

EAP

Parental Leave Policy

Mental Health First Aid Skilled Workplace

Qualifications

• Sales experience preferably within the FMCG industry.
• Success in B2B sales.
• Passion for Spirits & RTD.

Responsibilities

• Regular customer sales calls within the region.
• Oversee sales and promotional objectives.
• Develop long-term business plans.
• Drive sales and identify growth opportunities.
• Report on territory performance.
• Collaborate across the broader team.

Skills

Proven sales experience

Strong working relationships

Results-oriented

Understanding of market trends

Ability to travel

Education

Tertiary qualifications in business

Job description

Overview

Based in Christchurch covering the Christchurch and the Canterbury area | Mix of retail liquor outlets and supermarkets | High performing & supportive team

Global Spirits & Champagne company with iconic brands

Strong company values | Culture of Conviviality | Sustainability & Responsibility

Personalised Career Development | Grow your career in a Global Company

Salary/ Benefits

Product Allowance, Bonus, Fully Maintained Tool of Trade Vehicle

The Pernod Ricard Pact

Conviviality is our collective spirit; it is in our DNA and connects us beyond borders. We are Createurs de convivialite.

Everyone is empowered to Craft your path and through nurturing an enthusiasm for innovation and growth you will own your career.

Pernod Ricard is a business with a soul. Being responsible in a safe and sustainable way is how we will cultivate the future.

Crafting premium spirits

Our products are more than just the liquid in the bottle. They are comprised of a combination of exceptional ingredients, unique personalities, and authentic moments of sharing, all crafted with skill and passion.

Our ambition is to make Pernod Ricard, spirits, champagne, and wine the preferred house of premium brands & experiences.

Your unique contribution

This is an exciting opportunity to join the NZ Field Sales Team with Pernod Ricard, a friendly, driven team who live the Pernod Ricard motto of being creators of conviviality.

You will be Account Manager for the Canterbury region managing and nurturing retail liquor outlets and supermarkets. With Pernod Ricard’s strong brand presence and mature client base, you will be innovative in expanding commercial growth with current accounts and finding untapped revenue streams.

You would be joining a Global company with Iconic brands, great reputation with dedicated career development and more importantly a team which enjoy having fun and supporting each other.

Your responsibilities include:

• Regular customer sales calls within the region
• Oversee sales, distribution and promotional objectives
• Develop long term business plans focusing on opportunities in store to build your customers business and ultimately yours
• Drive sales and identify opportunities for revenue growth
• Report on Territory performance and market trends
• Collaborate across the broader team sharing insights and best practise

Your collective spirit of Talent

As well as having a passion for challenge and being fiercely authentic, you will also bring:

• Proven sales experience preferably within the FMCG industry
• Previous success in B2B sales developing strong working relationships
• Hard-working, driven, ambitious salesperson who is results orientated
• Understanding of current market and industry trends advantageous, with a passion for Spirits & RTD
• Tertiary qualifications in business or related discipline would be advantageous however not essential
• Ability to travel

Become a creator de conviviality!

If you want to work for a Business with a soul who are connected beyond borders, then press apply now and submit a formal application! You too can be a Creator de Conviviality.

Alternatively send your resume and cover letter to the following email with the job title in the subject line. Salary expectations, notice period & residency status.

Only those with full, unrestricted working rights in Australia will be considered for this position.

Pernod Ricard “MyBlend of Benefits”

Product allowance - Spirits & Champagne | Tastings | Product Education | Summer Hours

EAP | Great Parental Leave Policy | Skin Checks | Flu Shots | Income Protection Insurance | University Supported E-Learning Platform | Mental Health First Aid Skilled Workplace

Feel Good Stuff

S&R Initiatives | Career Development | Volunteer Leave | Responsib’All Day

Diversity & Inclusion at Pernod Ricard

We are proud to be awarded Employer of Choice for Gender Equality and believe that building richly diverse teams and an inclusive culture are integral to delivering our business strategy. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunities employer – we welcome applications from diverse communities.

Job Posting End Date / Target Hire Date

Target Hire Date: 2025-09-24

Target End Date: