Director, Distribution Job at Red Bull, New York, NY

NzhwZENBR2cwdzhnYmpOcnJPWnV1SlE9
  • Red Bull
  • New York, NY

Job Description

The Director of Distribution is a pivotal leader responsible for driving excellence in Direct Store Delivery (DSD) Distributor performance and optimizing trade sales within the Off Premise channel across a defined territory.  This role ensures flawless execution of distribution strategies and strengthens our market presence. Leading a team of Distributor Partner Managers (DPMs), the Director fosters a high-performance culture through continuous coaching and development. Establishing influential relationships with Owners and Key Principals of Distributor Partners (DPs), the Director ensures strong collaboration between DPs, the General Manager (GM), and the Vice President (VP) of Distribution.

The key responsibilities for this role include communicating and executing strategies set forth by the national Off Premise Channel team. This involves coaching and developing direct reports to ensure a high level of performance and engagement. Additionally, the role requires owning the regional Off Premise Distribution budget, closely monitoring progress against business plans, and developing systems to enhance KPI execution. The goal is to ensure the successful delivery of annual sales and distribution targets.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Areas that play to your strengths

All the responsibilities we'll trust you with:

  • Leads communication of RBNA annual sales strategies and quarterly/monthly initiatives with DP leadership

    Leads annual business planning target setting and alignment with DP Key principals & owners

    Establishes and manages clear set of KPIs for DPMs and DPs

    Leads communication and education of key RBNA initiatives with DPM team

    Leads alignment on Off Premise Channel strategies across Large Format, Convenience, Specialty & Military

  • In partnership with DPMs, own the development of the Off-Premise annual business plans, including distribution, volume, in-store execution, investments, service, and KPIs.

    Monitor DPs' progress in executing the annual business plan through annual, quarterly, and monthly review meetings.

    Communicate consistently with DP ownership and sales leadership to ensure alignment on strategic priorities.

    Establish annual DP POS plans, resource allocation, and budget breakdown.

  • Expertly measure and analyze standardized reports and demonstrate proficiency in reporting systems (e.g., SAP BI).

    Maintain strong working knowledge of all Red Bull systems (BI, IRI, CPM, Workbench, Collaboration, etc.).

    Monitor market trends and evaluate growth opportunities.

    Stay updated on key account systems and their relation to DPs.

    Proactively use Business Intelligence to improve distributor performance.

    Implement systems to track and benchmark DPs against key initiatives and goals.

  • Ensure RBNA deploys the best distributor network in North America within the region.

    Manage the deployment and management of RBNA's DSD Service Model across Sales & Merchandising.

    Develop short and long-term plans to optimize the DP network within the region.

    Work across other regions to benchmark performance and best practices.

  • Develop, educate, and motivate direct reports for increased productivity, focusing on specific, timely, and direct feedback and coaching.

    Support Distribution Management training curriculum with Kick-Off, Insights to Action, and Successful Selling.

    Lead team-based training initiatives to develop both general and specific job skills for DPMs.

    Recruit top talent and secure a bench for Internal RBNA Distribution roles (I.e DPM) and DP based roles (I.e. Brand Manager)

  • Develop, educate, and motivate direct reports for increased productivity, focusing on specific, timely, and direct feedback and coaching.

    Support Distribution Management training curriculum with Kick-Off, Insights to Action, and Successful Selling.

    Lead team-based training initiatives to develop both general and specific job skills for DPMs.

    Lead Off Premise plan development for local big moments

EXPERIENCE

Your areas of knowledge and expertise

that matter most for this role:

  • Outstanding sales experience and track record in Consumer Goods industry (Beverage preferred) +10 years
  • Distributor and Supplier experience required
  • Ability to lead, manage and motivate a team of direct reports, 6+ years of management experience
  • Experience in working with or managing a DSD network
  • Strategic thinker with strong business acumen
  • Strong communicator, including presentation and training skills
  • Excellent negotiator and influencer
  • Comfortable with business analytics
  • Clear and proven ability to develop and implement successful sales and trade marketing strategies
  • Strong knowledge of consumer marketing principles
  • Creative mind, outgoing personality and friendly
  • Entrepreneurial
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
  • Must be fluent in English, additional language skills an advantage
  • Travel 40-50%
  • Permanent
  • Benefits eligible

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Temporary work, Work experience placement, Local area,

Similar Jobs

Worldwide Flight Services

Airport Operations Agent Job at Worldwide Flight Services

 ...experts in 164 airport locations, 18 countries, and on 5 continents. Are you ready to take off on your next career with us?Job SummaryAn Agent in Airport Operations oversees inbound and outbound flight activity, updates schedules, and manages gate assignments to ensure... 

Fusco Personnel, Inc.

IT Dispatch Manager Job at Fusco Personnel, Inc.

 ...IT DISPATCH MANAGER Saratoga County, NY Fusco Personnel is seeking a Dispatch Manager to work for a growing IT services organization. The selected candidate will coordinate and oversee field service operations in a customer-facing, ticket-driven environment.... 

Domino's Franchise

Pizza Makers All Shifts! DOMINOS ELM St Job at Domino's Franchise

 ...make, bake or take pizzas during the hungry hours of the day and night, part or full time. You'll have plenty of time left over for school, hanging with your friends, or whatever. Sound good? Even if you just need a second job for some extra cash, Domino's Pizza is the... 

GDIT

Shipboard Welder Job at GDIT

 ...experience US Citizenship Required: Yes Job Description: WELDER, COMBINATION, MAINTENANCE High School diploma and/or a...  ...could fall outside of this range. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Travel Required: 50-75% Telecommuting Options: Onsite Work... 

NSC Staffing

Pipe Welder Job at NSC Staffing

 ...Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) processes. Youll weld and fuse a range of materials including carbon steel, stainless steel, and copper-nickel , often in confined or elevated environments. The position requires strong technical ability,...