Business Development Representative

Dreaming big is in our DNA. Brewing the world’s most loved beers and creating meaningful experiences is what inspires us. We are owners, empowered to lead real change, deliver on tough challenges, and take accountability for the results. We are looking for talent that shares these values, that is ambitious, bold & resilient. We want talent that is looking for fast career growth, cross-functional experiences, global exposure and robust training & development.

SALARY: $62,000-$70,000 + Pay-For-Performance

LOCATION: Colorado Springs, CO

COMPANY:
Michelob ULTRA. Cutwater Spirits. Budweiser. Kona Brewing Co. Stella Artois. Bud Light. That’s right, over 100 of America’s most loved brands, to be exact. But there’s so much more to us than our top-notch portfolio of beers, seltzers, and more. We are powered by a 19,000-strong team that shares our passion to create a future with more cheers. We look for people with talent, curiosity, and commitment and provide the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together - when we combine your strengths with ours - is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?

ROLE SUMMARY:
The Business Development Representative is responsible for selling in High End products and programs to the assigned retailer route and increasing distribution and volume across the key on-premise and off-premise accounts.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Follows consistent store visit schedule and inputs into assigned system
- Builds relationship with local wholesaler team(s): Sales Reps, Merchandiser, Team Leads, Sign Shop, etc. Assists wholesaler representative with the selling-in of trade solutions, sampling activations, and POC placement
- Implements sales performance measures and targets using brand priorities with wholesalers while assisting in achieving expected results
- Makes daily decisions regarding retail inventory levels using past sales history, sales data tools, and changes in climate, competitive activity, and special promotional activities
- Utilizes sales history, data tools, and competitive activity to manage territory and retailers
- Promotes and builds brand awareness of assigned portfolio
- Executes events and promotional activities - sampling, engraving, training (may include evenings and weekends)
- Improves velocity in accounts by building displays, driving distribution, resetting coolers, displaying POS items, educating retail employees, hand selling, sampling, securing features, and developing promotional programs
- Adheres of local alcoholic beverage laws

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

- High School degree or equivalent required.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Sales, Business, or related field preferred.
- Sales and/or Marketing experience, preferably in the beverage or consumer products industry
- Will need to be located in Portland or the greater area for territory coverage
- Proven Leadership Ability/Advanced Supervisory Skills/Demonstrated Coaching Skills Required
- Excellent verbal/written communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Strong data analytics ability
- Highly self-motivated and results oriented
- Ability to work hours as required (nights, weekends, etc.)
- Strong internal and external customer orientation; Strong customer service skills and ability to work in a team environment required
- Management experience, preferred

WHY ANHEUSER-BUSCH:
Anheuser-Busch has always dreamed big. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. To reimagine what a beer company can be. And what, together with our people and our partners, Anheuser-Busch can do. Our collective impact is significant. Over the last decade alone, we have contributed more than $400 million to charitable organizations that support our communities, provided over 90 million cans of emergency drinking water, and, together with our wholesaler partners, invested more than $1 billion into responsible drinking initiatives. At the heart of these investments is our shared commitment to community - providing opportunity for our people, lifting our neighbors, and making a meaningful difference in the world. This future is our purpose. A future that everyone can celebrate, and everyone can share in. A future with more cheers.

BENEFITS:

- Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness and Tax-Advantaged Savings and Spending Accounts
- Life Insurance and Disability Income Protection
- Generous Parental Leave and FMLA policies
- 401(k) Retirement Savings options with a company matching contribution
- Chance to work in a fast-paced environment among a company of owners
- Free Beer