Supplier Manager

Supplier Manager:
Kona Brew - The Odom Corporation (Beer, Wine, & Spirits)

The Supplier Manager builds positive business connections to ensure strong working relationships leading to positive business outcomes. This position is responsible for the business development and growth of Kona Brewing Company. Communication with suppliers and internally to all pertinent departments is key.

• Salary Range: $60,000 - $70,000 Depending on Experience plus Quarterly Variable Pay (QVP)
• Up to 128 hours of Paid Time Off Annually to start (13 days)
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• 401(k) with Employer match

• Work with Sales Managers building and implementing brand strategies.
• Develop specific measurable and attainable brand programs for sales consultants.
• Compile, review, and communicate sales data results against sales goals.
• Work with Purchasing team to ensure proper forecasts are established.
• Provide timely updates and recaps with supplier representatives.
• Train and coach innovation plans and execution with sales staff and trade customers.
• Research and recommend local marketing opportunities for both retail and on sale accounts.
• Coordinate and implement promotional brand activity across all account channels.
• Survey on sale and off sales accounts with supplier reps and sales staff for success and opportunities.
• Stay current with brand knowledge and training specific to the brands carried by the Odom Corporation.
• Work On & Off Premise to drive sales volume, secure new distribution, gain shelf space, and improve point-of-sale visibility for specific brands.
• Collaborate with supplier reps to gain new distribution and shelf placements in the marketplace.
• Know the local retail market and build positive relationships with retailers, suppliers, and internal teams to grow market share of supplier brands.
• Communicate consistently and clearly with sales and management teams, providing updates, feedback, recaps, and relevant information.

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred; one to two years related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have valid driver's license, good driving record, proof of auto insurance (SR-22 is not acceptable), and own means of reliable transportation.
• Prefer beverage sales and/or merchandising experience, knowledge of local market, customer service skills, and experience in the distribution industry.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Must be self-motivated, a self-starter, and able to work with very little direct supervision.

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
• Use of pallet jacks and hand carts are required to load and unload products for use in customer locations.
• Frequently lift and/or move 10-25 pounds and occasionally moving/pushing or pulling of up to 50 pounds.
• Required to regularly stand, walk, lift product floor to waist, shoulder to overhead, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch.

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, occasionally high due to outside environmental noises.

• Non-DOT (required)
• Auto Insurance (required)

Background/Drug Screen. EOE.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.