Chain Merchandising Leader: Distributor Partnerships

Suntory Global Spirits; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401K match

Profit sharing

Medical and wellness benefits

Job summary

The Chain Merchandising Manager at Suntory Global Spirits will lead merchandising programs across multiple retail chains, collaborating with distributors and account managers to grow share and execute planograms. You will develop territory strategies, coach field teams, and drive accurate reporting of goals and programs to senior leadership.

With a focus on beverage brands and experiential selling, you will travel frequently within your market, manage budgets, and ensure product visibility

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience working with Distributor DMs/Merchandisers.
• Minimum 1 year of merchandising experience.
• Territory/merchandising manager in a chain-heavy state.
• Strong selling skills and presentation abilities.
• Willingness to travel frequently across the assigned market.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and execute Suntory Global Spirits programming in all chains.
• Support Key Accounts and drive portfolio impact in collaboration with distributors.
• Coordinate with distributor Area Managers, District Managers and Merchandising Reps.
• Lead meetings, set monthly goals, and track progress with distributors.
• Maximize display and merchandising opportunities and monitor execution.

Skills

Selling skills

Presentation skills

Verbal and written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Chain Merchandising Manager at Suntory Global Spirits will lead merchandising programs across multiple retail chains, collaborating with distributors and account managers to grow share and execute planograms. You will develop territory strategies, coach field teams, and drive accurate reporting of goals and programs to senior leadership.

With a focus on beverage brands and experiential selling, you will travel frequently within your market, manage budgets, and ensure product visibility