Business Development Executive - VIC

Sazerac Company Overview

Brave with our brands, bold in our thinking, and customer obsessed

Sazerac AUNZ is driven by a bold vision of being a highly successful builder of global spirits brands and creating a workplace as innovative as the drinks it produces. Our mission is to raise the bar by crafting breakthrough spirits that disrupt the industry, all while prioritizing the people at the heart of our business—our customers, employees, and suppliers.

At Sazerac AUNZ we foster a collaborative, ego-free environment where teamwork thrives, enabling us to deliver winning results. With a no-nonsense approach and a commitment to doing things differently, we are on a clear path to becoming a top three spirits company in Australia. We embrace an irrational belief in challenging the status quo and trailblazing within the industry.

Company/Location Overview

AU - Melbourne VIC

Job Description/Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Business Development Executive to oversee and develop our business across Eastern Victoria. This role offers the opportunity to be at the forefront of building premium spirit, mixer and Ready to Drink brands across the retail & on-premise liquor channels.

Disrupt your territory with our high-energy brands that fuel excitement, inspire action, and drive growth with our customers.

 

This role reports to the State Manager who is based in Melbourne, and you will be part of a thriving and hugely successful sales team with an incredible mix of industry knowledge and experience. You will be working with and learning from some of the best the industry has to offer and having a great time doing it!

Qualifications/Requirements

Main responsibilities include:

• Driving volume and distribution growth across the portfolio.
• Maximising key retail ranging and programmes in store.
• Executing national brand promotions and other activities.
• Identifying and driving new business opportunities.
• Managing a diverse customer universe and territory with varied reporting.

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a face-to-face sales role
• A confident communicator, focused on building long term lasting relationships
• Excellent commercial acumen and negotiation skills
• Innovative approach to win business
• A ‘go-getter’ with a positive attitude + entrepreneurial mindset
• Demonstrated ability and comfortability in working autonomously
• Flexibility with travel to ensure territory is managed appropriately.
• Intermediate skill level with MS office suite
• A valid driver's license

Culture and Benefits

• Autonomy to manage your territory with an entrepreneurial approach
• A professional, and dynamic team environment encouraging ongoing development
• Wellness allowance to promote a healthy work-life balance
• Annual product allowance
• A birthday day off to acknowledge and celebrate you

 

What’s Next: 

After you apply, a recruiter will review your application and reach out to qualified candidates. Selected candidates will follow our interview process, which may include a phone screen, hiring manager interview, and panel interviews with business leaders. There may be additional steps or assessments throughout the process dependent on the position.