We are seeking an outgoing and self-motivated Key Account Manager to represent Constellation’s Craft Spirits portfolio. Steeped in our heritage, future vision and innovative products, this exciting position requires a high level of competency and knowledge in a range of topics including (but not limited to): a passion for Craft Spirits, extensive Spirits knowledge, storytelling, mixology, and sales.  Our Craft Spirits Key Account Managers engage with, support and educate retailers, distributor and consumers in a variety of ways including regularly visiting and providing support at on and off-premise accounts and always looking for new and innovative ways to promote our Craft Spirits portfolio.   

·      Influencing the gatekeepers at every opportunity

·      Identifying and implementing opportunities to drive sales and education in both on and off-premise accounts.  Examples include: On premise and retail tastings, staff trainings, sampling staff, PR events, cocktail/product placements, Craft Spirit dinners, product promotion, etc.

·      Foster and maintain good relationships with local and regional accounts, distributor Salesperson and local ASPIRA Manager and Field Sales team

·      Distributor Trainings: Spirits Portfolio, General Education, New Product Release, Brand Trainings, other Spirits related programs

·      Craft Spirits Mixology and cocktail development

·      Attend and Work Local Trade Events

·      Execute Local Sponsorships and PR Events

·      Communicate successes to: Marketing, leadership, and local distributor

·      Always looking for opportunities to add new accounts.

·      Bachelor’s Degree preferred

·      Minimum 3 years of Spirits Experience (Bartender, Sales, other suppliers)

·      Spirits Certifications: WSET Level 2, CSS or BAR 5-Day

·      Must have extensive knowledge of the wine and spirits industry with a focus on the Craft Spirits category

·      Local Market knowledge

·      Proven experience and strong abilities in educating and motivating others

·      Excellent communication skills articulate with strong public speaking ability 

·      Demonstrates consistent reporting capabilities 

·      Ability to persuade and influence.

·      Microsoft Office Skills

·      Must have a reliable form of transportation.

·      Must be available for both regular work week, evening and weekend job assignments.

·      Must not work for any other beer, wine or spirit brand.
·      Must be able to travel throughout the whole state of Florida
·      Must live in Florida

       

·      Must be able to stand, walk, sit 

·      Must be able to move up to 55 lbs

·      Use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms

·      Climb or balance stairs/ladders

·      Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk and hear 

·      Must have close vision, distant vision, and ability to adjust focus, peripheral vision

·      Must be able to stand for extended periods of time

·      Must have a valid driver's license and be able to drive a car and travel via plane/train as needed.

·      Must be at least 21 years of age. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.