Overview
A global leader in the alcoholic beverage industry is looking for an On Trade Manager to manage distributor and key accounts, implement strategic plans, enhance on-trade channel performance and drive business expansion in Malaysia. This is a fully remote role with flexible working hours.
Responsibilities
- Manage and strengthen relationships with local distributor teams and key accounts to secure support for the brand portfolio.
- Recommend, implement, and track competitive short- and long-term distribution plans and commercial strategies aligned with strategic imperatives.
- Collaborate with regional and functional teams to define and prioritize local commercial strategies, ensuring adequate support from marketing and activation functions.
- Understand the brand portfolio and advise on positioning strategies within the On-trade Channel.
- Build and grow key on-trade lighthouse accounts in priority cities.
- Guide distributor teams in applying commercial excellence frameworks to drive and measure business growth.
- Ensure distributor teams operate in strategic alignment with local priorities and regional imperatives.
- Support the development of distributor teams into high-performing, commercially excellent organizations with strong leadership and execution capabilities.
- Monitor merchandising execution and oversee the implementation of marketing programs.
- Conduct monthly business reviews with distributors to ensure on-trade distribution targets are met.
- Partner with the Trade Marketing team to drive commercial and marketing excellence, including support for on-trade data reporting.
Requirements
Minimum 5-10 years of experience in on-trade channel management in the F&B, FMCG or a related industry.Strong skills in commercial strategy, trade marketing, and execution planning.Solid understanding of on-trade channel dynamics and brand portfolio positioning.Familiarity with commercial excellence frameworks and performance tracking.Strategic, results-driven, and collaborative with strong stakeholder management skills.Willing to attend evening or night events as part of industry engagement and relationship-building.Self-motivated and able to work independently in a remote environment.#J-18808-Ljbffr