Business Development Manager

Territory: Buffalo/Rochester. Role supports "The Wine Group"/Ruby Division.

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
• 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

Benefits

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.

Pay

Southern Glazer's offers a competitive compensation package with expected first year total earnings between $65000 - $80000 / year plus incentives and auto allowance/reimbursement. This salary range is an average range for this position. In determining a final offer, the company will evaluate a specific candidate's education, skills and experience and will make an offer appropriately.