Associate Brand Manager

2 weeks ago


Louisville, United States Sazerac Full time

Job Description

/Responsibilities

Are you ready to play a pivotal role in driving the success of leading brands? You’ll be at the forefront of executing dynamic brand strategies, managing activation plans, and spearheading new business development (NBD) initiatives. Your work will ensure our brands grow and thrive, aligning with our company’s goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Drive Strategic Execution: Take ownership of executing strategic plans, annual marketing initiatives, and budget management for your assigned categories/brands. Your efforts will directly contribute to achieving our sales and profit objectives. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work seamlessly across departments—including Sales, Trade Marketing, Business Intelligence, Operations, and Finance—to transform our brands into profitable consumer businesses. Ensure projects stay on track, on time, and within budget while maintaining strong supplier relations and effective communication. Lead NBD Initiatives: Support the ideation, development, and execution of NBD opportunities that fuel growth for your categories/brands. Navigate these projects through internal teams and processes to deliver timely and cost-effective results. Manage Creative Excellence: Oversee agency efforts to deliver top-notch creative solutions, from packaging to promotions, PR, and media. Your input will ensure that all marketing materials for your brands are impactful and efficient. Prioritize and Optimize: Focus your time and resources on the most critical Brand Category Strategic Plans (BCSPs). Use data tools to measure success, analyze progress, and support the team in creating actionable plans to close gaps. Organize and Lead: Set clear priorities for yourself and your project team. Ensure everyone understands their roles, keeps updated on progress, and completes priorities successfully. Utilize the PPT system to communicate effectively and facilitate project milestones. Strategic Planning: Contribute to the development of strategic brand planning, new initiatives, and special projects for your assigned categories/brands. Your insights will help shape the future of our brand portfolio. Grow Your Career: Develop and follow a robust action plan that aligns with your career goals. Use the Career Development System to track your progress and continuously build the skills and experiences that will propel you forward. Champion Continuous Improvement: Utilize the Professional Development System to identify improvement areas and regularly invest in growing your skills as outlined in your Development Plan.

This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to make a significant impact on the growth of our brands and your career. Join us and bring your passion for brand management to life

Qualifications/Requirements

To be successful in the role, you’ll need the following requirements:

Apply with a great resume showcasing your results and accomplishments

Education: Bachelor's Degree Experience: 2+ years of relevant experience in a similar role getting large new business development projects through an organization. Tech Savvy: High comfort with technology and systems, and the ability to quickly learn new tools. Communicator Extraordinaire: Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to connect with all levels of the organization. Multi-Tasker: Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail. Master Planner: Strong planning and organizational skills to keep everything on track. Travel: Willingness to travel as needed to support your projects and teams Project Pro: Experience in project management or implementation and delivering results. Fast-Paced Environment: Thrives in dynamic, fast-moving settings where every day brings new challenges.

Preferred Qualifications: Your Edge Over the Competition

Specialized Degree: An undergraduate degree in Business, Marketing, or Communications. Industry Insight: Experience in the Alcohol Beverage Industry or Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) sector. Financial Savvy: Experience with budgeting, planning, or financial analysis. New Business Development Expertise: 1 year of experience in New Business Development, driving growth and innovation.

Physical Requirements: What You’ll Need

Driver’s License: A valid driver's license for any necessary travel. Remote Readiness: The ability to work effectively from a remote location. Attention to Detail: A sharp eye for the little things that make a big difference.

Why Sazerac?

Innovative and Forward-Thinking:  Join a company that values innovation and excellence and is driving the future of the beverage industry.

Rich Tradition:  Join a team with a strong heritage of craftsmanship and quality, creating memorable experiences for our customers.

Collaborative Environment:  Work in an inclusive, collaborative atmosphere where your ideas and expertise are valued.

Career Growth:  Benefit from continuous learning opportunities and career development programs to advance your career.

Compensation : Placement within the salary range is calculated based on years of directly relatable experience for the position. The salary range refers to base salary only and does not include car allowance, annual bonus, fuel, or cell phone reimbursement.

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Sazerac and its affiliates engage in personnel decisions and administer our personnel policies without regard to race, religion or creed, color, sex or gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic. We affirm in policy and practice to support and promote the concept of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, provincial and municipal laws.

Sazerac requires all team members to act responsibly around alcohol and to responsibly consume alcohol. As such, the Company evaluates alcohol related offenses as part of its background check processes.



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