Job Title:  Specialist Commercial Capabilities (Open to Remote)

What You Need To Know

Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people – and equips them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As the premier wine and spirits distributor, Southern Glazer’s isn't just one of Forbes’ Top Private Companies; it's a family-owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933.

The reputation of Southern Glazer’s is well-established, and it's no surprise that we are regularly recognized for our culture. Southern Glazer’s has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Inclusion and Diversity, as well as for Women and Parents and Families. These accolades speak volumes about our commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive culture of belonging for all employees.

As a full-time employee, you can choose from a wide-ranging menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition assistance, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.

By joining Southern Glazer’s, you would be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and community. This is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to build the future of beverage distribution and grow with a company that truly cares about its people.

Overview

Our team delivers high-impact, data interpretation solutions to SGWS Commercial and Supplier Partner teams that elevate our collective business.  As the Commercial Capabilities & Effectiveness Specialist your role is to deliver these solutions and take ownership of managing the administrative components of our ongoing programs.  You’ll use your knowledge of the SGWS’ proprietary analytics tools to assist in the development and implementation of new content in line with individual performance, business outcomes, and organizational goals; as well as, solve for the skill needs of end-users through live group and 1-on-1 “office hours” sessions. 

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare, facilitate, and track Commercial Capabilities (CC) programs
• Assist in the creation and implementation of blended learning solutions (live, self-paced, on-the-job, etc) with CC Team members that effectively grow the commercial capabilities of SGWS Teams and supplier partners
• Incorporate adaptive facilitation styles for classroom and virtual sessions
• Ensure training plans and programs are consistent with Commercial Effectiveness strategies and reflect best practices consistent with organizational goals
• While in markets, develop and foster a strong business partnership with SGWS management and organizational partners, seeking their input on training needs and adapting BI Training programs to meet the requests of different teams and regions, as needed
• Participate and complete projects as assigned within the CC Team and across teams in commercial operations groups
• Self-manage concurrent activity and deadlines for training deliveries, assigned projects, and administrative tasks
• Peer-mentor and develop teammates through respectful and constructive feedback communication

Additional Primary Responsibilities

Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

•    Bachelor’s Degree and 3 years of experience or equivalent education and related experience
•    3 years of demonstrated experience working on SGWS BI tools
•    1 year of 3-tier beverage industry experience
•    Ability to travel domestically 75% of the time each month, may exceed this during peak project periods
•    Knowledge of 3-tier industry sales tools, processes, or technologies (3 years of 3-tier beverage industry experience, analytics & training is a plus)
•    Knowledge of other MS Office Suite and/or software applications related to job functions 
•    Ability to use the BI Tools to solve business problems and create efficiencies in day to day work executions
•    Strong organizational, time management, planning, prioritization and follow up skills to manage multiple assigned projects simultaneously
•    Adept problem solver with analytical skills
•    Strong communication skills – written, verbal, persuasion, motivation, and formal presentation
•    Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills; relationship / network cultivator 

Physical Demands

• Physical demands include a considerable amount of time sitting and typing/keyboarding, using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor), or mobile device
• Physical demands with activity or condition may occasionally include walking, bending, reaching, standing, squatting, and stooping
• May require occasional lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 20lbs

EEO Statement

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affirmative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. SGWS complies with all federal, state and local laws concerning consideration of a qualified applicant's arrest and/or criminal conviction records. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.