Key Account Manager

Pernod Ricard is a global leader in the spirits and wine industry, with a portfolio of renowned brands including Absolut, Ballantine's, Jameson, Chivas Regal, Martell, Havana Club, Beefeater, Malibu, Mumm and Perrier-Jouet. In the Nordics, the Group combines its international expertise with strong local market knowledge to bring these brands to customers and consumers through tailored commercial and brand activations.

We aim to redefine the global spirits market by inspiring people from all backgrounds to connect, share ideas and enjoy our products responsibly. We are also committed to long-term sustainability, acting in the best interests of consumers, society, the environment and our employees.

We seek talented, bold individuals to join our team and drive innovation. After all, our brands are defined by lifestyle and mindset, but it is our people who define who we are. So, whether you are just starting your career or looking to take it to the next level, we offer a dynamic and supportive work environment that will help you grow.

Are you passionate about working for a global leader that brings iconic brands to consumers across the Nordics? Do you want to be part of an international and inclusive team that values collaboration, creativity and fun? Then look no further than Pernod Ricard Nordics, where conviviality is more than just a value - it's a way of life.

As a Key Account Manager, you will play a critical role in driving sustainable business growth by building and strengthening strategic partnerships with key customers across Latvia. You will act as a trusted business partner, identifying opportunities to maximize mutual value, enhance customer satisfaction, and deliver outstanding commercial results. Through a deep understanding of customer needs, market dynamics and company priorities, you will contribute to the achievement of sales objectives and the long-term success of the business.

• Manage and develop key account customers, ensuring achievement of volume, turnover and profitability targets
• Plan, execute and evaluate sales campaigns in close collaboration with the Sales and Marketing teams
• Prepare and manage sales forecasts and budgets for key accounts together with the Supply team
• Set placement and execution objectives for merchandisers and follow up on execution quality
• Prepare and negotiate customer offers in line with commercial guidelines and customer needs
• Conduct ongoing market and competitor analysis and translate insights into commercial actions
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships, acting as the primary point of contact to ensure long-term partnerships and identify new business growth opportunities
• Lead annual business planning and customer review processes, aligning joint objectives, growth initiatives and investment priorities to deliver sustainable mutual value

We aspire to foster an authentic, open, challenging and innovative culture that supports your long-term professional development. And so, we have created a working environment at Pernod Ricard that allows you to thrive.

We champion inclusion and value different perspectives. We want our people to be their own authentic selves and we are committed to building a workplace that reflects our global consumer base. We are proud to be recognised among Forbes World's Best Employers and Equileap's top 100 Employers for Gender Equality. Conviviality is in our DNA and connects us beyond borders - you will always be welcomed for who you are and the strengths you bring.

• Hold a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field.
• Have 3+ years of experience in Key Account Management with Modern Trade customers, ideally in the FMCG and/or spirits industry.
• Have experience working with key retail customers; a background in purchasing is a plus.
• Are confident in sales forecasting, budgeting, market analysis and data-driven decision making using Excel, Power BI and MS Office.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, Supply Chain, Finance and Demand Planning.
• Demonstrate strong negotiation, stakeholder management, communication and relationship-building skills.
• Are highly organized, able to manage multiple priorities.
• Are fluent in Latvian and English.

We will provide you with a competitive total rewards package that includes base pay, quarterly sales incentives and annual bonuses, as well as extensive training and…