Alberta Commercial Manager (Wine Jobs: Management & Administration)

  Charton Hobbs (http://www.chartonhobbs.com)

  Calgary, Alberta

 

ALBERTA COMMERCIAL MANAGER- JOB DESCRIPTION

 

Job Summary: 

This position is based in the Charton Hobbs Calgary office and reports to the VP of Alberta. The Alberta Commercial Manager will be responsible for many cross functional duties that are related to the management and control of key financial, administrative, and supply chain tasks.  This position will play a leading role in the building of strong commercial ties between our suppliers, customers and internal sales and marketing teams.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

 Financial Administration

• Manage and keep up to date all aspects of supplier brand CIF, wholesale, LTO planning and recording, pricing and CH profit margins between the AGLC, suppliers, Connect logistics, and CH finance team;

• Ensure that SKU listings, prices and forecasts are up to date in the CH Cellar reporting system as well as Great Plains

• Coordinate closely with VP and Sales Manager to ensure order requirements are met for the Alberta market.  Liaise with BC based supply chain team on an as needed basis.

• Monitor the turnover of inventories, report on aging stocks and make recommendations to move goods;

• Track A&P expenditures and agreements recommend action as required;

• Act as the key liaison and ensure all necessary procedures and related administrative tasks with the AGLC and Connect Logistics and suppliers are adhered to;

Commercial Development

• Assist in the development of Alberta Region business and brand plans;

• Analysis of market and sales related data as required for specific supplier or CH related queries;

• Prepare with the VP and Sales Director all business reviews and events;

• Assist and take charge as required in the execution of the supplier calendar, supplier business review agenda’s and follow up, and monthly competitive analysis

• Be the front line key contact person for suppliers;

Job Requirements:

• Under graduate University degree in Commerce, Business Administration, Marketing, or other discipline with specialization in a related field.  Other business accreditations will also be considered;
• Three to five years of relevant industry related experience in sales, marketing, supply chain, or commercial/financial capacities ;
• High level of IT related skills, strong PowerPoint and Excel knowledge and preferably a working knowledge of the CH Cellar and other CH reporting tools;
• Proven analytical skills and experience in managing major budgets and large scale projects;
• Understands the principals of managing supply chain related issues;
• Demonstrated ability to: multi task, set priorities, negotiation, present business plans, and working as a team player within a diverse universe of related parties is a must;
• A flair for creative thinking and innovation in developing brand or customer business solutions;

• Other: Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s license in Alberta, be able to travel occasionally, and have a vehicle that meets company standards for car allowance.   Must have and maintain a valid Canadian Passport.

  Benefits

   Medical, dental and other benefits after a qualifying period.          

   Competitive salary and benefit package plus performance bonus commensurate with performance, experience and existing trade relationships.

Interested candidates should apply to [email protected]  attaching your detailed cover letter and CV.

The above information is representative of the work performed in this position, however it is not all-inclusive.  The omission of a specific duty or responsibility does not exclude it from the position if the work is similar or related to the essential duties and responsibilities.

 

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