Business Development Manager Premier Div. -Kansas City, MO

Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits is seeking a Business Development Manager to strategically grow our regional accounts. You will lead initiatives to hit revenue, margin, and gross profit targets while coordinating with cross-functional teams to optimize program ROI.

The role requires strong analytical thinking, budgeting, and excellent communication skills. Expect a demanding, fast-paced environment with a focus on driving market growth and relationship management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 3-5 years of sales experience in beverage/related industry.
• Demonstrated strategic and financial acumen with analytical thinking.
• Strong communication, organization, and commercial planning capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Achieve revenue, margin, and gross profit targets as directed.
• Communicate program spend to maximize profits and ROI on initiatives.
• Analyze quarterly and monthly business for assigned territory.
• Provide team with conflict resolution and removal of performance obstacles.
• Identify market trends to stay ahead of competition.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Commercial planning

Strategic thinking

Budget management

Data analysis

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field

3-5 years of industry related sales experience

Tools

Compass

Diver

Excel

Proof

Job description

What You Need To Know

Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people – and equips them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As North America's largest total beverage distributor, Southern Glazer’s isn't just one of Forbes’ Top Private Companies; it's a family-owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933.

Southern Glazer’s is proud of its well‑earned positive reputation, continually achieving accolades for our outstanding workplace culture. We take pride in creating a culture where our people are valued, supported, and provided opportunities for growth and belonging.

As a full‑time employee, you can choose from a wide‑ranging 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 assistance, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.

By joining Southern Glazer’s, you would be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and community. This is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to build the future of beverage distribution and grow with a company that truly cares about its people.

Overview

The Business Development Manager (BDM) is responsible for managing and strategically growing SGWS's business through influential leadership.

Primary Responsibilities

• Accountable for achieving revenue, margin, and gross profit targets as set by the Sales Director.
• Communicate local program spending effectiveness to maximize the company’s profits. Help determine the ROI on outlined focused initiatives
• Responsible for accurately analyzing and projecting quarterly and monthly business for assigned territory
• Strategically provide the shared team with conflict resolution, removal of performance obstacles, and/or relationship concerns among key accounts in the region
• Identify market trends and developments in product categories, geographic regions, and among the entire account base, so you are at the forefront when compared to the competition

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field or 3-5 years of industry related sales experience
• 3-5 years of industry‑related sales experience
• Possess a dependable vehicle, valid driver’s license, proof of state registration and insurance, and an acceptable driving record
• Manage and stay within a budget that may be assigned on behalf of the company
• Must demonstrate a strategic, analytical thought process
• Possess a clear understanding of financial acumen
• Ability to analyze data available to anticipate potential issues and proactively model potential solutions
• Strong communication, organization, and commercial planning capabilities
• Proficient using Compass, Diver, Excel, and Proof
• Ability to understand supplier strategies and capability of aligning with internal and external teams
• Must be at least 21 years of age

Physical Demands

• Physical demands with activity or condition for a considerable amount of time include sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or mobile device
• Physical demands with activity or condition may occasionally include walking, bending, reaching, standing, and stooping
• Work week will often exceed 40 hours including working mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays when required
• May require occasional lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 40lbs

EEO Statement

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