Strategic Key Accounts Manager - Premium Spirits

Suntory Global Spirits; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

401K match

Profit sharing

Medical and wellness benefits

Job summary

Suntory Global Spirits is seeking a Territory Account Manager to oversee an assigned portfolio of accounts in the beverage alcohol industry across the United States. You will work with on- and off-premise partners to drive best-in-class execution and grow market share.

The role requires 1–5 years of experience in spirits or consumer-packaged goods, strong selling and presentation skills, and the ability to travel frequently. Bachelor’s degree and a valid driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• 1–5 years of work-related experience in Spirits, Beer, RTD alcohol, or related consumer-packaged goods.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Excellent presentation skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong fact-based selling skills.
• Exceptional planning and self-management skills.
• Ability to travel frequently across the assigned market, including out-of-market trips.
• Licensed driver of motor vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Manage SGS portfolio within an assigned territory of accounts.
• Ensure end-to-end execution of displays, menus, gross profit, and brand standards.
• Lead budget planning for the territory (OPEX, Brand Funds, T&E).
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers and distributors.
• Collaborate with marketing on in-market brand programming and activations.

Skills

Presentation skills

Selling skills

Planning / self-management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Suntory Global Spirits is seeking a Territory Account Manager to oversee an assigned portfolio of accounts in the beverage alcohol industry across the United States. You will work with on- and off-premise partners to drive best-in-class execution and grow market share.

The role requires 1–5 years of experience in spirits or consumer-packaged goods, strong selling and presentation skills, and the ability to travel frequently. Bachelor’s degree and a valid driver's license are required.