National Portfolio Manager

Job description

#BeExtraordinary At Andrew Peller Limited (APL), our mission is to be Canada’s #1 branded wine and craft beverage company by delivering the perfect brand experience for every lifestyle and occasion. Through our commitment to excellence, honouring our roots, owning it, fostering belonging and driving to succeed, we inspire teammates to be extraordinary every day. Who We Are We are one of Canada's largest and oldest wine companies with a rich heritage in quality winemaking. We produce some of Canada's most recognized brands and offer our teammates a challenging and rewarding employment experience. The National Portfolio Manager is the direct link to a portfolio of suppliers nationally, and is responsible for development of strategic business plans, ensuring alignment with APL strategic objectives, as well executing objectives that contribute to profit targets/margins and long-term marketing share for Andrew Peller’s national import portfolio across channels in Canada. This is a full time permenant position. This teammate will be responsible for: • Responsible for the development of a national brand strategy for each brand and supplier they represent adhering to provincial laws and legislation. • Works closely with regional sales managers and acts as the liaison between supplier representatives and API. • Responsible for Below the Line (BTL) activities and budgets (promotions, POS, merchandising, on-trade activities) and National above the Line (ATL) plans within the designated annual brand budget in collaboration with supplier partners • Generates business reports and presentations with a clear objective of identifying any opportunities to develop overall business. • Provide prompt response to national sales or supplier requests. • Brand ambassador, an advocate of brand training, education, and awareness to national staff. • Responsible for listing presentations and process of new products and packs. • May be asked to perform other ancillary or related duties as required, to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. The skills, knowledge and experience this teammate will bring: • Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Commerce with specialization in Marketing preferred. • Minimum of 5 years trade Marketing experience combined with experience/knowledge of premium wine industry (products, channels) a significant asset. • Ability to think strategically, analytically, and creatively; ability to work under tight timelines & stressful situations. • Exemplary leadership & customer service skills. • Maintenance of privileged and confidential information relating to API sales & revenue growth opportunities. • Proficient in Microsoft platform, Excel and Word Need to have ability to learn internal Marketing/Sales database (Tableau). • Familiar with Illustrator or similar design program. • Some evening & weekend work related to the wine industry, travel within Canada and occasionally internationally. Compensation: $85,000 - $95,000 annually. We are conducting an internal and external search simultaneously. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest; only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Accommodation: Andrew Peller Limited is committed to meeting the needs of persons with temporary and/or permanent disabilities in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence. We are happy to discuss any need for accommodation in the workplace and will make an effort to meet those needs in a timely manner by preventing and removing barriers to accessibility in the areas of information, communications, and employment. If you require an accommodation to apply or interview for a position, please email Equal Opportunity Employment: At Andrew Peller Limited, we are committed to creating and celebrating a culture of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring every person has a right to equal treatment with respect to employment without discrimination or harassment because of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, record of offences, marital status, family status or disability. This role is being posted to fill an existing vacancy.