Portfolio Manager jobs in Norwich, CT

Company Overview:
As one of the New England’s leading spirits, wine, beer, and non-alcoholic beverage distributors, Horizon Beverage Group connects a network of makers, retailers and consumers throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Since 1933 we’ve fostered an environment of ingenuity, innovation, and expertise to help brands and retail & restaurant entrepreneurs alike reach their goals. Now in our fourth generation of family ownership, we employ a team of over 700 beverage enthusiasts working toward a united mission with our partners to deliver the perfect drink.

The Portfolio Manager is the company’s supplier liaison responsible for the dedicated management of all aspects of their assigned suppliers’ programs and product management. The role includes managing, coordinating and assisting in the marketing, sales execution, and financial stability of existing and assigned brands or portfolios. Responsibilities include monitoring and tracking supplier and management goals and programs; extracting and analyzing sales and program data; developing and maintaining reports that meet supplier and management reporting requirements; spending time in the field with both on and off premise accounts; providing continual communication of tracking and program analysis to the supplier, management and the sales force; coordination of supplier planning and review meetings; scheduling of tastings; product management to ensure appropriate inventory levels and pricing controls focused on achieving program objectives and competitive marketability; pricing and profit management; and A/R management.

The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize within a multi-tasking environment. Skilled at planning and coordinating all aspects of event management.

Ability to work calmly under pressure and meet tight deadlines; must possess strong analytical, negotiation and conflict resolution skills. Excellent presentation, verbal and written communication skills are also required. Must demonstrate intermediate to advanced level of proficiency within Microsoft Office applications