Brand Manager (Wine Jobs: Sales & Marketing)

  Rogers & Company (http://www.rogcowines.com)

  Toronto, On (In-Office position), Ontario

Rogers & Company, Chateau, Villa & Estate Wines is a leading importer of premium wines into Ontario. Based in Toronto, we are a family owned and operated business since 1984. We have introduced and established markets for some of the world’s greatest wine estates with a focus on wines from California, Italy, and France. We continue to seek out special wineries and spirits from around the world as we strive to grow our business.

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Brand Manager, with very strong data analysis and interpersonal skills. Candidates will have a minimum of 2 years of previous agency experience (or Liquor Monopoly) and have a proven track record of success in growing and/ or launching Brands in Ontario. Experience in dual channel activity is a strong asset (LCBO retail and Private Import/ Consignment).

This individual will be part of a very close-knit and highly collaborative team, driven by the goal of continuous improvement. 

 

Description

Manage a portfolio of incumbent wineries:

• Lead Agency contact with winery and LCBO
• Set, manage and execute on market strategy:

1. Channel mix 
2. Price positioning
3. A&P and budget management
4. Benchmarking

• Set and manage allocations 
• Forecasting and annual reviews with high-level insight and execution
• Commercial, category/product, consumer analysis to ensure longterm success
•  Project management: ability to plan, organize, and execute accurately / on-time

Portfolio / Business Development:

• Identify market opportunities
• Pursue new suppliers
• Ultimately, drive incremental Agency revenue

You will already have experience with the following tasks:

• Lifecycle of LCBO purchases & NISS
• Preparing annual winery sales forecasts/reviews
• Inventory/sales tracking
• Presenting wineries at trade shows and industry events

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of experience in a similar role 
•  University or College graduate, or equivalent
• WSET Level 3 minimum, ISG or an equivalent; genuine passion for wine / wine industry
• Excellent interpersonal skills; proven ability to support, collaborate with sales and operation teams 
• Positive and enthusiastic attitude exhibiting team player and leadership qualities that bring out 
• the best in those they work with. Takes initiative and possesses entrepreneurial drive for success. 
• Ability to focus on multiple tasks and deadlines and effectively prioritize and manage them, while maintaining a high level of attention to detail. 
• Strong analytical skills and highly numerate
• Strong organizational, problem-solving and superior time management skills 
• Competency with LCBO sale of data analysis (using Dig this Data or other) or comparable
• Excellent writing, presentation and communication skills (in English)

This is an in-office position. All candidates must be able to work in-office 4 days per week, with one flexible work from home day, per week. 

Please note that candidates without previous agency experience will not be considered at this time.

This is a base salary plus annual bonus position, offering a performance-driven compensation structure:
$90K+ annual salary (commensurate with experience).

Medical, dental, 3-week vacation and other benefits are available after a qualifying period.

How To Apply

Please apply wtih a Cover Letter detailing your aptitude for the role.

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