Distell Global Travel Retail is seeking a Key Account Manager to oversee managing key global partnerships as well as partners within the Americas travel retail market, delivering on business growth objectives.
Travel retail is seen as the global stage for building brand equity within Distell International in the premium spirits & wine category. Established in 2014, it has become the third-largest business unit for Distell International and an important channel to showcase the company’s brands.
The role involves taking responsibility for managing full income statements, which requires forward-thinking and an ambition to increase ROI & brand contribution. The individual needs to be an experienced brand-builder with strong commercial experience that understands the importance of building strong customer relationships.
Role:
- To develop and effectively implement customer partnerships including America RTM partners.
- Building brands in line with Distell’s key focus market locations & portfolio.
- Increase Distell’s share of business.
Requirements:
- Sales/Commercial qualification with a minimum of 5 years relevant global travel retail (GTR) experience, preferably in the premium spirits & wines category.
- Proven track record of successful work within GTR as a Key Account Manager and experience dealing with 3rd party distribution/different nationalities.
- Ability to travel locally & internationally.
- Demonstrating strong commercial awareness & business acumen.
- Self-thinking individual with excellent communication, organisational skills and is a team player.
- Fluency in English is a must, with Spanish an advantage.
Location:
This position is based in Richmond, London, UK at the Distell International office, and is a local role reporting to the GGM Travel Retail. The applicant must have the right to live and work in the UK.
Applications should be sent to hello@distellinternational.com
The closing date for application is 16 June 2019.
