About the Role
The Market Manager will manage all aspects of assigned channels within the territory, working closely with Edrington counterparts and Broker teams to deliver short-term results and build long-term brand value. Key pillars include Implementing Distributor Programming, Brand Building, and Pricing Strategy. Success will deliver against defined annual goals and continued exceptional growth of Edrington brands.
Responsibilities
- Support Edrington’s ambition to be the most desirable ultra-premium spirits company in the Americas.
- Deliver territory plans aligned to Edrington’s strategy, with a focus on The Macallan and priority brands.
- Build strong distributor partnerships, driving brand advocacy, performance and execution.
- Collaborate with Trade Marketing, Finance and Operations to achieve strategic and commercial objectives.
- Maximise Edrington and distributor resources to deliver exceptional in-market results.
- Drive depletion growth while supporting long-term brand building and market development.
- Identify and develop new opportunities to grow the business and strengthen market presence.
- Execute local marketing, trade and consumer activation plans to the highest standard.
- Track performance, report activity through Aforza, and use insights to deliver KPIs.
- Champion Edrington’s reputation through professional stakeholder engagement and brand stewardship.
- Support pricing, allocation, compliance and supply chain priorities within the territory.
- Lead by example, demonstrating Edrington Leadership Standards in all aspects of the role.
- Manage administration effectively, including expenses, forecasting, budgets, reporting and communications.
- Oversee inventory and point-of-sale (POS) management.
Requirements
- Candidates must reside in Virginia.
- Degree qualified or equivalent experience.
- Industry experience beneficial but not essential.
- Experience in the alcohol beverage, luxury goods, or related sector preferred.
- Passion for premium spirits, including Scotch, Rum, Bourbon and Gin.
- Strong communicator with excellent relationship-building and networking skills.
- Self-motivated, professional and solutions-focused, with an entrepreneurial mindset.
- Strong organisational, event management, sales and influencing capabilities.
- Confident presenter with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Comfortable using social media and technology in line with company guidelines.
- Able to work independently, manage priorities and think creatively.
- Understanding of on- and off-premise sales environments.
- Knowledge of syndicated data sources (e.g., IRI, Nielsen, Greenbook) advantageous.
- Flexible to travel and work evenings or weekends when required.
- Valid driver's licence required.
Skills
- Brand Building
- Pricing Strategy
- Relationship-building
- Networking
- Sales
- Influencing
- Presentation
- Written communication
- Verbal communication
- Social media
- Technology
- Independent work
- Priority management
- Creative thinking
- On-premise sales
- Off-premise sales
- Syndicated data sources (e.g., IRI, Nielsen, Greenbook)
Location
- Virginia
Work Type
- Hybrid working
Experience Level
- Industry experience beneficial but not essential
- Experience in the alcohol beverage, luxury goods, or related sector preferred
Education Level
- Degree qualified or equivalent experience
Salary/Compensations
- $84,000-$105,000
Benefits
- Annual Bonus
- 25 days of Vacation Time
- Holiday Break from December 25th through 31st
- Sick Leave Days
- Company Holidays
- Health Insurance with Premiums fully paid by Edrington for Employees and Dependents
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Life Insurance
- Disability Plans
- Pre-Tax Benefits
- Fitness Reimbursement Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- 24/7 support for counselling, life coaching and information on financial, mental, and physical wellbeing
- 26 weeks maternity, paternity and adoption pay
- Up to 5 paid carers leave days a year
About the Company
- Edrington’s vision is to give more by crafting exceptional ultra-premium spirit brands.
- The Macallan is our central focus, supported by Highland Park and The Glenrothes in the single malt category.
- Our portfolio is completed with Brugal premium rum from the Dominican Republic.
- Edrington also has a strategic partnership with No.3 London Dry Gin.
- Our principal shareholder is a charitable trust, so we were built to make a world of difference.
- Discover a place where values define our culture.
- The home of exceptional brands, where people and teams thrive.
Equal Opportunity
- We’re proud of our inclusive culture – where unique experiences, ideas and perspectives are celebrated.
- We want everyone to feel respected and empowered to contribute to our success.
- Get involved. From colleague networks like Balance, Pride and Kick-Start to inclusion allies and DE&I champions, we encourage our people to be curious, get involved and help us make change happen.
