Finance Manager
BACARDI U.S.A., INC.
Bacardi U.S.A., Inc., a United States distributor and marketer of premium beverage alcohol products, is a subsidiary of Bacardi Limited. We boast a brand portfolio of some of the most recognized and top selling spirits in the world. Bacardi U.S.A. is best known for BACARDI rum, which has been the number-one selling spirit in the United States for more than 25 years.
In addition to BACARDI rum, the Bacardi U.S.A., Inc. portfolio includes: GREY GOOSE vodka, DEWAR’S Scotch, the top selling blended Scotch in the U.S.; BOMBAY SAPPHIRE gin, MARTINI & ROSSI vermouth, and other notable brands and labels.
Position Overview
Bacardi USA is actively interviewing experienced finance professionals with strong financial mdoeling and analysis skills, to lead the financial planning, budgeting and forecasting for our field-based sales operations units.
The Finance Manager will act as a business partner to other business units and departments in the organization by providing financial analysis and value added business support. Individual is expected to facilitate and improve the processes to perform financial analysis in order to provide recommendations to senior management. Manager is expected to work closely with internal and external customers to understand their needs and provide relevant collaboration. This person is a member of the team that submits budgets and LEs. This individual may have full P&L responsibility for Tier 1 brands ($200M and above in Net Sales) or its equivalence.
• The candidate must possess excellent collaboration skills and demonstrate the ability to work cross-functionally at many levels within Bacardi. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) are essential.
• Compile, review, analyze and provide recommendations on key P&L components (i.e. depletions, billings, inventory days, distributor and retailer margins, pricing, cost of goods sold, advertising and promotion spend, market analysis, SKU profitability etc.)
• Gather financial information, generate reports that compare financial performance vs. budget, forecast and prior year.
• Ensure integrity and accuracy of financial information.
• Take leadership role in initiating, managing and executing ad-hoc projects.
• Active involvement in budget and forecast submissions and special projects including budget/strategic presentations as required.
• Collaborate with all departments, Customer Business Units and senior management on budget/forecast submissions, presentations and monthly financial performance reviews.
• Continuously look for opportunities to improve processes, identify issues and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Work with peers to develop standard analytical approaches/reports that can be applied across all brands.
• Manage and develop direct reports (between 1 to 3)
Minimum requirements and qualifications
• Knowledge / Skills - Ability to work independently and in a group environment. Advanced Excel skills are required. Working knowledge of other Microsoft Office Products, as well as Lotus Notes. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to a changing, fast paced environment. Strong analytical, interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills a must.
• Work experience requirements - 5 to 8 years of related work experience in finance.
• Educational requirements - Minimum of a Bachelors Degree in Finance and/or Accounting. MBA designation preferred.
If you meet our qualifications and would like to explore becoming part of the Bacardi U.S.A. family, please email a copy of your resume to me at croman@bacardi.com , and include the job code 2009009 in your subject line.
Bacardi U.S.A. is an equal opportunity employer. We pledge equal access to employment, facilities, and programs, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran or marital status.
This search is being managed internally, and will not be outsourced to any outside recruiting firms. Bacardi USA does not accept or honor unsolicited resumes from third party agencies, and will in no way be held liable for any fees to any firm sending resumes, or other candidate information sent to any Bacardi employees, that our Human Resources department has not expressly requested.
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Monday, June 22, 2009
Seeking Finance Manager - Bacardi USA
Finance Manager
BACARDI U.S.A., INC.
Miami, FL
Job I.D.# 2009009
About Bacardi USA:
Bacardi U.S.A., Inc., a United States distributor and marketer of premium beverage alcohol products, is a subsidiary of Bacardi Limited. We boast a brand portfolio of some of the most recognized and top selling spirits in the world. Bacardi U.S.A. is best known for BACARDI rum, which has been the number-one selling spirit in the United States for more than 25 years.
In addition to BACARDI rum, the Bacardi U.S.A., Inc. portfolio includes: GREY GOOSE vodka, the world’s favorite super premium vodka; DEWAR’S Scotch, the top selling blended Scotch in the U.S.; BOMBAY SAPPHIRE gin, the top super premium gin in the U.S; .MARTINI & ROSSI vermouth, the favorite vermouth in the world; CAZADORES blue agave tequila, the top selling 100% blue agave tequila in the world and other notable brands and labels.
Position Overview
The Finance Manager will act as a business partner to other departments in the organization by providing financial analysis and value added business support. Individual is expected to facilitate and improve the processes to perform financial analysis in order to provide recommendations to senior management. Manager is expected to work closely with internal and external customers to understand their needs and provide relevant collaboration. This person is a member of the team that submits budgets and LEs. This individual may have full P&L responsibility for Tier 1 brands ($200M and above in Net Sales) or its equivalence.
• The candidate must possess excellent collaboration skills and demonstrate the ability to work cross-functionally at many levels within Bacardi. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) are essential.
• Compile, review, analyze and provide recommendations on key P&L components (i.e. depletions, billings, inventory days, distributor and retailer margins, pricing, cost of goods sold, advertising and promotion spend, market analysis, SKU profitability etc.)
• Gather financial information, generate reports that compare financial performance vs. budget, forecast and prior year.
• Ensure integrity and accuracy of financial information.
• Take leadership role in initiating, managing and executing ad-hoc projects.
• Active involvement in budget and forecast submissions and special projects including budget/strategic presentations as required.
• Collaborate with all departments, Customer Business Units and senior management on budget/forecast submissions, presentations and monthly financial performance reviews.
• Continuously look for opportunities to improve processes, identify issues and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Work with peers to develop standard analytical approaches/reports that can be applied across all brands.
• Manage and develop direct reports (between 1 to 3)
Minimum requirements and qualifications
• Knowledge / Skills - Ability to work independently and in a group environment. Advanced Excel skills are required. Working knowledge of other Microsoft Office Products, as well as Lotus Notes. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to a changing, fast paced environment. Strong analytical, interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills a must.
• Work experience requirements - 5 to 8 years of related work experience in finance.
• Educational requirements - Minimum of a Bachelors Degree in Finance and/or Accounting. MBA designation preferred.
Bacardi USA benefits
We offer competitive base pay, a generous bonus program, and truly outstanding benefits. Benefits include:
100% company paid health and dental insurance premiums for employees AND their eligible dependents (eligible to enroll from date of hire, no payroll deductions!)
100% company paid life insurance (up to 3x annual salary)
401k, company matched
100% company paid pension/retirement program
L/T, S/T disability insurance
Paid vacation and holidays
flexible spending account
Annual product allowance
Complementary daily lunch served at our lunch room facilities.
If you meet our qualifications and would like to explore becoming part of the Bacardi U.S.A. family, please apply online or email a copy of your resume to Catherine Roman at croman@bacardi.com , and include the job code 2009009 in your subject line.
Bacardi U.S.A. is an equal opportunity employer. We pledge equal access to employment, facilities, and programs, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran or marital status.
BACARDI U.S.A., INC.
Miami, FL
Job I.D.# 2009009
About Bacardi USA:
Bacardi U.S.A., Inc., a United States distributor and marketer of premium beverage alcohol products, is a subsidiary of Bacardi Limited. We boast a brand portfolio of some of the most recognized and top selling spirits in the world. Bacardi U.S.A. is best known for BACARDI rum, which has been the number-one selling spirit in the United States for more than 25 years.
In addition to BACARDI rum, the Bacardi U.S.A., Inc. portfolio includes: GREY GOOSE vodka, the world’s favorite super premium vodka; DEWAR’S Scotch, the top selling blended Scotch in the U.S.; BOMBAY SAPPHIRE gin, the top super premium gin in the U.S; .MARTINI & ROSSI vermouth, the favorite vermouth in the world; CAZADORES blue agave tequila, the top selling 100% blue agave tequila in the world and other notable brands and labels.
Position Overview
The Finance Manager will act as a business partner to other departments in the organization by providing financial analysis and value added business support. Individual is expected to facilitate and improve the processes to perform financial analysis in order to provide recommendations to senior management. Manager is expected to work closely with internal and external customers to understand their needs and provide relevant collaboration. This person is a member of the team that submits budgets and LEs. This individual may have full P&L responsibility for Tier 1 brands ($200M and above in Net Sales) or its equivalence.
• The candidate must possess excellent collaboration skills and demonstrate the ability to work cross-functionally at many levels within Bacardi. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) are essential.
• Compile, review, analyze and provide recommendations on key P&L components (i.e. depletions, billings, inventory days, distributor and retailer margins, pricing, cost of goods sold, advertising and promotion spend, market analysis, SKU profitability etc.)
• Gather financial information, generate reports that compare financial performance vs. budget, forecast and prior year.
• Ensure integrity and accuracy of financial information.
• Take leadership role in initiating, managing and executing ad-hoc projects.
• Active involvement in budget and forecast submissions and special projects including budget/strategic presentations as required.
• Collaborate with all departments, Customer Business Units and senior management on budget/forecast submissions, presentations and monthly financial performance reviews.
• Continuously look for opportunities to improve processes, identify issues and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Work with peers to develop standard analytical approaches/reports that can be applied across all brands.
• Manage and develop direct reports (between 1 to 3)
Minimum requirements and qualifications
• Knowledge / Skills - Ability to work independently and in a group environment. Advanced Excel skills are required. Working knowledge of other Microsoft Office Products, as well as Lotus Notes. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to a changing, fast paced environment. Strong analytical, interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills a must.
• Work experience requirements - 5 to 8 years of related work experience in finance.
• Educational requirements - Minimum of a Bachelors Degree in Finance and/or Accounting. MBA designation preferred.
Bacardi USA benefits
We offer competitive base pay, a generous bonus program, and truly outstanding benefits. Benefits include:
100% company paid health and dental insurance premiums for employees AND their eligible dependents (eligible to enroll from date of hire, no payroll deductions!)
100% company paid life insurance (up to 3x annual salary)
401k, company matched
100% company paid pension/retirement program
L/T, S/T disability insurance
Paid vacation and holidays
flexible spending account
Annual product allowance
Complementary daily lunch served at our lunch room facilities.
If you meet our qualifications and would like to explore becoming part of the Bacardi U.S.A. family, please apply online or email a copy of your resume to Catherine Roman at croman@bacardi.com , and include the job code 2009009 in your subject line.
Bacardi U.S.A. is an equal opportunity employer. We pledge equal access to employment, facilities, and programs, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran or marital status.
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Purchasing Manager, North America - Bacardi Ltd. - Miami, FL -
Regional Purchasing Manager (North America & Caribbean)
Bacardi Limited
Miami, FL
About Bacardi Limited.:
Bacardi Limited is the largest privately owned spirits company in the world and a leader in the global spirits business.
We boast a brand portfolio of some of the most recognized and top selling spirits in the world. Bacardi Ltd. is best known for BACARDI rum, which has been the number-one selling spirit in the United States for more than 25 years. In addition to BACARDI rum, the Bacardi Ltd. portfolio includes: GREY GOOSE vodka, the world’s favorite super premium vodka; DEWAR’S Scotch, the top selling blended Scotch in the U.S.; BOMBAY SAPPHIRE gin, the top super premium gin in the U.S; .MARTINI & ROSSI vermouth, the favorite vermouth in the world; CAZADORES blue agave tequila, the top selling 100% blue agave tequila in the world and other notable brands and labels.
Position Overview
Bacardi Ltd. is seeking an accomplished procurement professional to manage “indirect” purchasing for USA, Canada, and the Caribbean, and become accountable for the deliveries in the region. The goal is to identify areas of significant saving and improvement to Bacardi, as well as delivering their potential. This individual will need to develop a purchasing network, as directed the Global Purchasing Director, to be composed of different site/country representatives from the region, and other procurement peers, to reach a consensus on deliverables.
Duties & Responsibilities
• Procurement categories will consist of: General services (Furniture, Promotional, Supplies, Car fleet, Travel), IT and Telecom (Hardware & Software), HR Services (Recruiting, Temporary labor), Plant equipment (Capex, MRO) etc.
o Some other categories will be looked after by a global or regional category manager (e.g.: T&E) : in that case, the incumbent will need to influence and then support the implementation strategy as defined by the category Manager.
o Some categories will be managed by the incumbent, for the region, who will need to prioritize, identify saving objective and deliver the results. He/She will need to develop a strategy for the category and then drive its implementation with the help of peers.
• The incumbent will have to review the business priorities and agree with ones should be tackled first. The incumbent will therefore be involved in regular meetings with key region stakeholders. Then review the market place to look for alternative suppliers or renegotiate with existing. It is part of job holder role to challenge the business with best value for money solutions in the above mentioned areas having in mind that internal customer satisfaction is paramount.
• He/she will ensure that all agreed processes are used, i.e. legal involvement, use of leading edge tools such as e-RFx, e-auctions, etc. and all relevant monitoring is delivered such as project timing and saving reports.
Minimum Qualifications
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field, Master’s Degree preferred.
• Three to five years’ of purchasing experience is mandatory, ideally within indirect (non-manufacturing) purchasing area.
• Ability to work independently and in a group environment.
• Requires work in a flexible environment, including the ability to work at a distance with local, regional and global teams and travel.
• Strong analytical, leadership, interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills a must.
• Fluency in English is required; fluent Spanish is desirable.
Benefits
We offer competitive base pay, a generous bonus program, and truly outstanding benefits. Benefits include:
• 100% company paid health and dental insurance premiums for employees AND their eligible dependents (eligible to enroll from date of hire, no payroll deductions!)
• 100% company paid life insurance (up to 3x annual salary)
• 401k, company matched
• 100% company paid pension/retirement program
• L/T, S/T disability insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• flexible spending account
• complimentary meals served at our lunchroom facilities
Contact:
If you meet our qualifications and would like to explore becoming part of the Bacardi Limited family, please apply online or email a copy of your resume to careers@bacardi.com , and include the job code 2008082 in your subject line.
Bacardi Limited is an equal opportunity employer. We pledge equal access to employment, facilities, and programs, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran or marital status.
Bacardi Limited
Miami, FL
About Bacardi Limited.:
Bacardi Limited is the largest privately owned spirits company in the world and a leader in the global spirits business.
We boast a brand portfolio of some of the most recognized and top selling spirits in the world. Bacardi Ltd. is best known for BACARDI rum, which has been the number-one selling spirit in the United States for more than 25 years. In addition to BACARDI rum, the Bacardi Ltd. portfolio includes: GREY GOOSE vodka, the world’s favorite super premium vodka; DEWAR’S Scotch, the top selling blended Scotch in the U.S.; BOMBAY SAPPHIRE gin, the top super premium gin in the U.S; .MARTINI & ROSSI vermouth, the favorite vermouth in the world; CAZADORES blue agave tequila, the top selling 100% blue agave tequila in the world and other notable brands and labels.
Position Overview
Bacardi Ltd. is seeking an accomplished procurement professional to manage “indirect” purchasing for USA, Canada, and the Caribbean, and become accountable for the deliveries in the region. The goal is to identify areas of significant saving and improvement to Bacardi, as well as delivering their potential. This individual will need to develop a purchasing network, as directed the Global Purchasing Director, to be composed of different site/country representatives from the region, and other procurement peers, to reach a consensus on deliverables.
Duties & Responsibilities
• Procurement categories will consist of: General services (Furniture, Promotional, Supplies, Car fleet, Travel), IT and Telecom (Hardware & Software), HR Services (Recruiting, Temporary labor), Plant equipment (Capex, MRO) etc.
o Some other categories will be looked after by a global or regional category manager (e.g.: T&E) : in that case, the incumbent will need to influence and then support the implementation strategy as defined by the category Manager.
o Some categories will be managed by the incumbent, for the region, who will need to prioritize, identify saving objective and deliver the results. He/She will need to develop a strategy for the category and then drive its implementation with the help of peers.
• The incumbent will have to review the business priorities and agree with ones should be tackled first. The incumbent will therefore be involved in regular meetings with key region stakeholders. Then review the market place to look for alternative suppliers or renegotiate with existing. It is part of job holder role to challenge the business with best value for money solutions in the above mentioned areas having in mind that internal customer satisfaction is paramount.
• He/she will ensure that all agreed processes are used, i.e. legal involvement, use of leading edge tools such as e-RFx, e-auctions, etc. and all relevant monitoring is delivered such as project timing and saving reports.
Minimum Qualifications
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field, Master’s Degree preferred.
• Three to five years’ of purchasing experience is mandatory, ideally within indirect (non-manufacturing) purchasing area.
• Ability to work independently and in a group environment.
• Requires work in a flexible environment, including the ability to work at a distance with local, regional and global teams and travel.
• Strong analytical, leadership, interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills a must.
• Fluency in English is required; fluent Spanish is desirable.
Benefits
We offer competitive base pay, a generous bonus program, and truly outstanding benefits. Benefits include:
• 100% company paid health and dental insurance premiums for employees AND their eligible dependents (eligible to enroll from date of hire, no payroll deductions!)
• 100% company paid life insurance (up to 3x annual salary)
• 401k, company matched
• 100% company paid pension/retirement program
• L/T, S/T disability insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• flexible spending account
• complimentary meals served at our lunchroom facilities
Contact:
If you meet our qualifications and would like to explore becoming part of the Bacardi Limited family, please apply online or email a copy of your resume to careers@bacardi.com , and include the job code 2008082 in your subject line.
Bacardi Limited is an equal opportunity employer. We pledge equal access to employment, facilities, and programs, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran or marital status.
Treasury Manager - Bacardi USA - Miami, FL
Treasury Manager
Bacardi USA
Miami, FL
About Bacardi U.S.A.:
Bacardi U.S.A., Inc., a United States distributor and marketer of premium beverage alcohol products, is a subsidiary of Bacardi Limited, the largest privately owned spirits company in the world, and a leader in the global spirits business.
We boast a brand portfolio of some of the most recognized and top selling spirits in the world. Bacardi U.S.A. is best known for BACARDI rum, which has been the number-one selling spirit in the United States for more than 25 years. In addition to BACARDI rum, the Bacardi U.S.A., Inc. portfolio includes: GREY GOOSE vodka, the world’s favorite super premium vodka; DEWAR’S Scotch, the top selling blended Scotch in the U.S.; BOMBAY SAPPHIRE gin, the top super premium gin in the U.S; .MARTINI & ROSSI vermouth, the favorite vermouth in the world; CAZADORES blue agave tequila, the top selling 100% blue agave tequila in the world and other notable brands and labels.
Position Overview
Bacardi USA is seeking an accomplished Treasury and Cash Flow Management professional to optimize cash flows and payment down of debt for our US operations.
The Treasury Manager will plan, direct and coordinate the Treasury operations for the US Company in conjunction with the Corporate Treasury Function, including the maintenance of a sound internal control environment and providing best in class financial services in support of business operations.
The position ensures accurate, timely and clear presentation of financial information and Company results in accordance with established policies and generally accepted accounting principles. The position is responsible for accounting and budgeting for cash flows, pensions, and remuneration.
Additionally, the position has regional responsibilities with regards to cash management, and pension plans for the North America Region.
Duties & Responsibilities
• Manage and control all functions in the Treasury Department for U.S. operations, which includes: daily, monthly, yearly cash forecasts and budgets.
• Act as a member of the Pension Committee and responsible for the accounting, reporting and funding of the DB and DC pension plans, 401k, SERP, LTIP, EARP, and post retirement medical plans for Bacardi USA and four related Bacardi Companies including financial statement preparation.
• Prepare cash flow and other financial reports for upper management.
• Member of the Global Working Capital Team for Bacardi Limited.
• Provide credit analysis on customers to ensure that line of credits is line with company’s financial standing.
• Main point of contact for North American Region with the company’s Global Treasury Department to manage regions overall cash and debt positions.
• Manage, maintain, and develop the use of banking and treasury workstation technology to provide best in class service.
• Manage and direct the day to day activities of corporate cash transactions including monitoring bank accounts, accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit and collections.
• Manage, fund, and account for executive stock option program for US operations.
• Delegate authority for receipt, disbursement, banking, protection and custody of company funds.
• Evaluate need for procurement of funds
• Act as relationship manager with outside financial institutions.
• Managing the netting system for the US Market.
• Maintain the requirements needed for Sarbanes-Oxley compliance with Treasury.
• Responsible for the management and accounting of five company payrolls.
Minimum Qualifications
• Knowledge / Skills - CTP or CPA required, as well as strong technical skills including knowledge of US GAAP, detailed knowledge of best-practice business and financial processes and systems (including treasury workstations, pension plans, taxation, estimating and budgeting processes and process measurement). Strong presentation skills and leadership skills as well as a proven track record of developing staff are necessary to perform the position.
• Work experience requirements - 8– 10 years of finance/accounting experience, including a minimum of 5 years in the treasury/tax management and the remainder in industry experience managing a variety of financial processes and systems including cash management, tax, audit, accounts receivable, general ledger, accounts payable, budgeting and analysis, and internal control compliance.
• Educational requirements – BS in Accounting or Finance, MBA preferred.
Accountability
Reports To: Assistant Controller
Number Supervised: 1
Titles of Jobs Supervised: Sr. Treasury Analyst, Cash Management Specialist
Benefits
We offer competitive base pay, a generous bonus program, and truly outstanding benefits. Benefits include:
• 100% company paid health and dental insurance premiums for employees AND their eligible dependents (eligible to enroll from date of hire, no payroll deductions!)
• 100% company paid life insurance (up to 3x annual salary)
• 401k, company matched
• 100% company paid pension/retirement program
• L/T, S/T disability insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• flexible spending account
• complimentary meals served at our lunchroom facilities
Contact:
If you meet our qualifications and would like to explore becoming part of the Bacardi U.S.A. family, please apply online or email a copy of your resume to careers@bacardi.com , and include the job code 2008065 in your subject line.
Bacardi U.S.A. is an equal opportunity employer. We pledge equal access to employment, facilities, and programs, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran or marital status.
Bacardi USA
Miami, FL
About Bacardi U.S.A.:
Bacardi U.S.A., Inc., a United States distributor and marketer of premium beverage alcohol products, is a subsidiary of Bacardi Limited, the largest privately owned spirits company in the world, and a leader in the global spirits business.
We boast a brand portfolio of some of the most recognized and top selling spirits in the world. Bacardi U.S.A. is best known for BACARDI rum, which has been the number-one selling spirit in the United States for more than 25 years. In addition to BACARDI rum, the Bacardi U.S.A., Inc. portfolio includes: GREY GOOSE vodka, the world’s favorite super premium vodka; DEWAR’S Scotch, the top selling blended Scotch in the U.S.; BOMBAY SAPPHIRE gin, the top super premium gin in the U.S; .MARTINI & ROSSI vermouth, the favorite vermouth in the world; CAZADORES blue agave tequila, the top selling 100% blue agave tequila in the world and other notable brands and labels.
Position Overview
Bacardi USA is seeking an accomplished Treasury and Cash Flow Management professional to optimize cash flows and payment down of debt for our US operations.
The Treasury Manager will plan, direct and coordinate the Treasury operations for the US Company in conjunction with the Corporate Treasury Function, including the maintenance of a sound internal control environment and providing best in class financial services in support of business operations.
The position ensures accurate, timely and clear presentation of financial information and Company results in accordance with established policies and generally accepted accounting principles. The position is responsible for accounting and budgeting for cash flows, pensions, and remuneration.
Additionally, the position has regional responsibilities with regards to cash management, and pension plans for the North America Region.
Duties & Responsibilities
• Manage and control all functions in the Treasury Department for U.S. operations, which includes: daily, monthly, yearly cash forecasts and budgets.
• Act as a member of the Pension Committee and responsible for the accounting, reporting and funding of the DB and DC pension plans, 401k, SERP, LTIP, EARP, and post retirement medical plans for Bacardi USA and four related Bacardi Companies including financial statement preparation.
• Prepare cash flow and other financial reports for upper management.
• Member of the Global Working Capital Team for Bacardi Limited.
• Provide credit analysis on customers to ensure that line of credits is line with company’s financial standing.
• Main point of contact for North American Region with the company’s Global Treasury Department to manage regions overall cash and debt positions.
• Manage, maintain, and develop the use of banking and treasury workstation technology to provide best in class service.
• Manage and direct the day to day activities of corporate cash transactions including monitoring bank accounts, accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit and collections.
• Manage, fund, and account for executive stock option program for US operations.
• Delegate authority for receipt, disbursement, banking, protection and custody of company funds.
• Evaluate need for procurement of funds
• Act as relationship manager with outside financial institutions.
• Managing the netting system for the US Market.
• Maintain the requirements needed for Sarbanes-Oxley compliance with Treasury.
• Responsible for the management and accounting of five company payrolls.
Minimum Qualifications
• Knowledge / Skills - CTP or CPA required, as well as strong technical skills including knowledge of US GAAP, detailed knowledge of best-practice business and financial processes and systems (including treasury workstations, pension plans, taxation, estimating and budgeting processes and process measurement). Strong presentation skills and leadership skills as well as a proven track record of developing staff are necessary to perform the position.
• Work experience requirements - 8– 10 years of finance/accounting experience, including a minimum of 5 years in the treasury/tax management and the remainder in industry experience managing a variety of financial processes and systems including cash management, tax, audit, accounts receivable, general ledger, accounts payable, budgeting and analysis, and internal control compliance.
• Educational requirements – BS in Accounting or Finance, MBA preferred.
Accountability
Reports To: Assistant Controller
Number Supervised: 1
Titles of Jobs Supervised: Sr. Treasury Analyst, Cash Management Specialist
Benefits
We offer competitive base pay, a generous bonus program, and truly outstanding benefits. Benefits include:
• 100% company paid health and dental insurance premiums for employees AND their eligible dependents (eligible to enroll from date of hire, no payroll deductions!)
• 100% company paid life insurance (up to 3x annual salary)
• 401k, company matched
• 100% company paid pension/retirement program
• L/T, S/T disability insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• flexible spending account
• complimentary meals served at our lunchroom facilities
Contact:
If you meet our qualifications and would like to explore becoming part of the Bacardi U.S.A. family, please apply online or email a copy of your resume to careers@bacardi.com , and include the job code 2008065 in your subject line.
Bacardi U.S.A. is an equal opportunity employer. We pledge equal access to employment, facilities, and programs, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran or marital status.
Tax Director - Bacardi USA - Miami, FL
Tax Director
Bacardi USA
Miami, FL
About Bacardi U.S.A.:
Bacardi U.S.A., Inc., a United States distributor and marketer of premium beverage alcohol products, is a subsidiary of Bacardi Limited, the largest privately owned spirits company in the world, and a leader in the global spirits business.
We boast a brand portfolio of some of the most recognized and top selling spirits in the world. Bacardi U.S.A. is best known for BACARDI rum, which has been the number-one selling spirit in the United States for more than 25 years. In addition to BACARDI rum, the Bacardi U.S.A., Inc. portfolio includes: GREY GOOSE vodka, the world’s favorite super premium vodka; DEWAR’S Scotch, the top selling blended Scotch in the U.S.; BOMBAY SAPPHIRE gin, the top super premium gin in the U.S; .MARTINI & ROSSI vermouth, the favorite vermouth in the world; CAZADORES blue agave tequila, the top selling 100% blue agave tequila in the world and other notable brands and labels.
Position Overview
Bacardi USA is seeking an accomplished corporate tax accountant to direct and oversee the tax policies and objectives of the US organization, as well as other North America subsidiaries, including Bacardi Canada and Bacardi & Co. in Puerto Rico. The tax director will monitor reporting and planning to ensure compliance with applicable tax statutes, and ensure accuracy of the tax returns and work to minimize the organizational tax obligations.
This individual will report directly to the CFO, and will serve as the primary contact with the global tax team and outside consultants regarding tax reporting and compliance matters.
Duties & Responsibilities
• Manages and direct the tax area for Bacardi USA and various North American subsidiaries.
• Manages and direct the tax accounting for Bacardi USA and various US subsidiaries.
• Manages the preparation and filing of all required tax returns in consultation with external advisors.
• Works with Global tax team in managing the “trading structure” and related matters, including transfer prices.
• Coordinates the preparation of annual transfer price studies in conjunction with the regional and global tax group
• Maintains the requirements needed for Sarbanes Oxley compliance as it relates to the tax area.
• Tax planning with the global tax team; provides guidance with the interpretation of US tax legislation.
Minimum Qualifications
• BS in Accounting or Finance, MBA Preferred
• CPA or CTA required, as well as strong technical knowledge of US GAAP.
• Knowledge of Canadian and Puerto Rican tax laws highly desired, but not mandatory
• 10-12 years of finance/accounting experience, including a minimum of 7 years in tax management and the remainder in industry experience managing a variety of financial processes and systems including cash management, tax, audit, A/R, A/P, G/L, budgeting and analysis, and internal control compliance.
• Strong presentation skills (verbal, written, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Strong leadership skills and a proven track record of developing staff.
Benefits
We offer competitive base pay, a generous bonus program, and truly outstanding benefits. Benefits include:
• 100% company paid health and dental insurance premiums for employees AND their eligible dependents (eligible to enroll from date of hire, no payroll deductions!)
• 100% company paid life insurance (up to 3x annual salary)
• 401k, company matched
• 100% company paid pension/retirement program
• L/T, S/T disability insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• flexible spending account
• complimentary meals served at our lunchroom facilities
Contact:
If you meet our qualifications and would like to explore becoming part of the Bacardi U.S.A. family, please apply online or email a copy of your resume to careers@bacardi.com , and include the job code 2008080 in your subject line.
Bacardi U.S.A. is an equal opportunity employer. We pledge equal access to employment, facilities, and programs, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran or marital status.
Bacardi USA
Miami, FL
About Bacardi U.S.A.:
Bacardi U.S.A., Inc., a United States distributor and marketer of premium beverage alcohol products, is a subsidiary of Bacardi Limited, the largest privately owned spirits company in the world, and a leader in the global spirits business.
We boast a brand portfolio of some of the most recognized and top selling spirits in the world. Bacardi U.S.A. is best known for BACARDI rum, which has been the number-one selling spirit in the United States for more than 25 years. In addition to BACARDI rum, the Bacardi U.S.A., Inc. portfolio includes: GREY GOOSE vodka, the world’s favorite super premium vodka; DEWAR’S Scotch, the top selling blended Scotch in the U.S.; BOMBAY SAPPHIRE gin, the top super premium gin in the U.S; .MARTINI & ROSSI vermouth, the favorite vermouth in the world; CAZADORES blue agave tequila, the top selling 100% blue agave tequila in the world and other notable brands and labels.
Position Overview
Bacardi USA is seeking an accomplished corporate tax accountant to direct and oversee the tax policies and objectives of the US organization, as well as other North America subsidiaries, including Bacardi Canada and Bacardi & Co. in Puerto Rico. The tax director will monitor reporting and planning to ensure compliance with applicable tax statutes, and ensure accuracy of the tax returns and work to minimize the organizational tax obligations.
This individual will report directly to the CFO, and will serve as the primary contact with the global tax team and outside consultants regarding tax reporting and compliance matters.
Duties & Responsibilities
• Manages and direct the tax area for Bacardi USA and various North American subsidiaries.
• Manages and direct the tax accounting for Bacardi USA and various US subsidiaries.
• Manages the preparation and filing of all required tax returns in consultation with external advisors.
• Works with Global tax team in managing the “trading structure” and related matters, including transfer prices.
• Coordinates the preparation of annual transfer price studies in conjunction with the regional and global tax group
• Maintains the requirements needed for Sarbanes Oxley compliance as it relates to the tax area.
• Tax planning with the global tax team; provides guidance with the interpretation of US tax legislation.
Minimum Qualifications
• BS in Accounting or Finance, MBA Preferred
• CPA or CTA required, as well as strong technical knowledge of US GAAP.
• Knowledge of Canadian and Puerto Rican tax laws highly desired, but not mandatory
• 10-12 years of finance/accounting experience, including a minimum of 7 years in tax management and the remainder in industry experience managing a variety of financial processes and systems including cash management, tax, audit, A/R, A/P, G/L, budgeting and analysis, and internal control compliance.
• Strong presentation skills (verbal, written, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Strong leadership skills and a proven track record of developing staff.
Benefits
We offer competitive base pay, a generous bonus program, and truly outstanding benefits. Benefits include:
• 100% company paid health and dental insurance premiums for employees AND their eligible dependents (eligible to enroll from date of hire, no payroll deductions!)
• 100% company paid life insurance (up to 3x annual salary)
• 401k, company matched
• 100% company paid pension/retirement program
• L/T, S/T disability insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• flexible spending account
• complimentary meals served at our lunchroom facilities
Contact:
If you meet our qualifications and would like to explore becoming part of the Bacardi U.S.A. family, please apply online or email a copy of your resume to careers@bacardi.com , and include the job code 2008080 in your subject line.
Bacardi U.S.A. is an equal opportunity employer. We pledge equal access to employment, facilities, and programs, regardless of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran or marital status.
Friday, August 22, 2008
Associate General Counsel for Bacardi USA
Assistant General Counsel
Bacardi USA
Miami, FL
Job I.D. 2008006
About Bacardi U.S.A.;
Bacardi U.S.A., Inc., a United States distributor and marketer of premium beverage alcohol products, is a subsidiary of Bacardi Limited, the largest privately owned spirits company in the world, and a leader in the global spirits business.
We boast a brand portfolio of some of the most recognized and top selling spirits in the world. Bacardi U.S.A. is best known for BACARDI rum, which has been the number-one selling spirit in the United States for more than 25 years. In addition to BACARDI rum, the Bacardi U.S.A., Inc. portfolio includes: GREY GOOSE vodka, the world’s favorite super premium vodka; DEWAR’S Scotch, the top selling blended Scotch in the U.S.; BOMBAY SAPPHIRE gin, the top super premium gin in the U.S; .MARTINI & ROSSI vermouth, the favorite vermouth in the world; CAZADORES blue agave tequila, the top selling 100% blue agave tequila in the world and other notable brands and labels.
Position Overview
We are actively seeking a seasoned Corporate Attorney to serve as Assistant General Counsel to our company’s unique needs. Our target candidate will have a minimum of 10 years experience as a practicing attorney, and with a mix of in-house and law firm experience. We have a strong preference for a legal advisor with experience in the beverage alcohol industry, or other heavily regulated consumer products.
The Assistant General Counsel will serve as legal advisor to the North American (Senior) General Counsel and Senior management on various corporate matters, with a special emphasis on beverage alcohol, commercial, transactional, litigation, environmental, antitrust, and employment matters. Assistant General Counsel participates with and advises internal clients at all levels of the organization and assumes substantial responsibility for managing outside counsel and other professionals.
This position services and benefits Bacardi U.S.A., Inc., its North America Region affiliates, including Bacardi Corporation in Puerto Rico, and other related companies, including certain global affiliates as well as its ultimate Bermuda-based parent company, Bacardi Limited.
The Assistant General Counsel must be accessible, responsive, thorough, analytical, and creative in providing legal options and recommendations to management and the North American General Counsel and must possess sufficient business acumen in order package legal advice in a proper business context. These functions achieve the organization’s objectives by managing legal risks and thereby avoiding or minimizing the Company’s legal exposure while advancing the Company’s business objectives.
In addition to assisting in the management of the overall legal affairs of Bacardi USA, subsidiaries in Puerto Rico and the Bahamas, and other subsidiaries within the region, duties will also include:
• Negotiate, draft, review, and monitor full spectrum of commercial transactions involving the North America Region affiliates. Representative transactions include distribution, license, supply, advertising/promotional, consulting, transportation, information technology, confidentiality, finance, and commercial lease agreements.
• Manage litigation and pre-litigation claims. Direct and participate in dispute resolution and other litigation risk management activities. Participate in budgeting, forecasting, and controlling outside legal costs associated with litigation, assist with financial auditors’ inquiries regarding legal matters, and direct/manage outside counsel activities.
• Manage environmental, health and safety related legal issues involving the Company’s distillery in Puerto Rico. Ensure compliance with EPA’s and local Environmental Quality Board’s laws, permits, and regulations.
• Assisting with or managing special North American legal projects such as employment matters, internal investigations, company policies, Pension Plan issues, insurance coverage issues, etc.
Minimum Qualifications
1. JD Degree, with strong academic credentials. Admission to a State Bar, in good standing.
2. At least 10-15 years experience as a practicing attorney with a reputable law firm and/or corporate law department. Preferred experience with beverage alcohol, environmental, contract drafting, managing litigation, and providing legal advice on general corporate matters.
3. Substantial legal knowledge regarding general principles of law, including contract, UCC, litigation, licensing, anti-trust, environmental, beverage alcohol, and employment legal issues.
4. Ability to package legal advice within proper business context. Superior written and oral communication skills, analytical skills, attention to detail, and time management skills.
5. Fluency in verbal and written Spanish language is strongly desired.
Benefits
We offer competitive base pay, a generous bonus program, and truly outstanding benefits. Benefits include:
• 100% company paid health and dental insurance premiums for employees AND their eligible dependents (eligible to enroll from date of hire, no payroll deductions!)
• 100% company paid life insurance (up to 3x annual salary)
• 401k, company matched
• 100% company paid pension/retirement program
• L/T, S/T disability insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• flexible spending account
• complimentary meals served at our lunchroom facilities
• executive dining room
• annual product allowance
If you meet our qualifications and would like to explore becoming part of the Bacardi U.S.A. family, please apply online or email a copy of your resume to careers@bacardi.com , and include the job code 2008006 in your subject line.
Catherine Roman
Corporate Recruiter
Bacardi USA
2100 Biscayne Boulevard
Miami, FL. 33137
croman@bacardi.com
www.bacardilimited.com
http://www.linkedin.com/in/catroman
Bacardi USA
Miami, FL
Job I.D. 2008006
About Bacardi U.S.A.;
Bacardi U.S.A., Inc., a United States distributor and marketer of premium beverage alcohol products, is a subsidiary of Bacardi Limited, the largest privately owned spirits company in the world, and a leader in the global spirits business.
We boast a brand portfolio of some of the most recognized and top selling spirits in the world. Bacardi U.S.A. is best known for BACARDI rum, which has been the number-one selling spirit in the United States for more than 25 years. In addition to BACARDI rum, the Bacardi U.S.A., Inc. portfolio includes: GREY GOOSE vodka, the world’s favorite super premium vodka; DEWAR’S Scotch, the top selling blended Scotch in the U.S.; BOMBAY SAPPHIRE gin, the top super premium gin in the U.S; .MARTINI & ROSSI vermouth, the favorite vermouth in the world; CAZADORES blue agave tequila, the top selling 100% blue agave tequila in the world and other notable brands and labels.
Position Overview
We are actively seeking a seasoned Corporate Attorney to serve as Assistant General Counsel to our company’s unique needs. Our target candidate will have a minimum of 10 years experience as a practicing attorney, and with a mix of in-house and law firm experience. We have a strong preference for a legal advisor with experience in the beverage alcohol industry, or other heavily regulated consumer products.
The Assistant General Counsel will serve as legal advisor to the North American (Senior) General Counsel and Senior management on various corporate matters, with a special emphasis on beverage alcohol, commercial, transactional, litigation, environmental, antitrust, and employment matters. Assistant General Counsel participates with and advises internal clients at all levels of the organization and assumes substantial responsibility for managing outside counsel and other professionals.
This position services and benefits Bacardi U.S.A., Inc., its North America Region affiliates, including Bacardi Corporation in Puerto Rico, and other related companies, including certain global affiliates as well as its ultimate Bermuda-based parent company, Bacardi Limited.
The Assistant General Counsel must be accessible, responsive, thorough, analytical, and creative in providing legal options and recommendations to management and the North American General Counsel and must possess sufficient business acumen in order package legal advice in a proper business context. These functions achieve the organization’s objectives by managing legal risks and thereby avoiding or minimizing the Company’s legal exposure while advancing the Company’s business objectives.
In addition to assisting in the management of the overall legal affairs of Bacardi USA, subsidiaries in Puerto Rico and the Bahamas, and other subsidiaries within the region, duties will also include:
• Negotiate, draft, review, and monitor full spectrum of commercial transactions involving the North America Region affiliates. Representative transactions include distribution, license, supply, advertising/promotional, consulting, transportation, information technology, confidentiality, finance, and commercial lease agreements.
• Manage litigation and pre-litigation claims. Direct and participate in dispute resolution and other litigation risk management activities. Participate in budgeting, forecasting, and controlling outside legal costs associated with litigation, assist with financial auditors’ inquiries regarding legal matters, and direct/manage outside counsel activities.
• Manage environmental, health and safety related legal issues involving the Company’s distillery in Puerto Rico. Ensure compliance with EPA’s and local Environmental Quality Board’s laws, permits, and regulations.
• Assisting with or managing special North American legal projects such as employment matters, internal investigations, company policies, Pension Plan issues, insurance coverage issues, etc.
Minimum Qualifications
1. JD Degree, with strong academic credentials. Admission to a State Bar, in good standing.
2. At least 10-15 years experience as a practicing attorney with a reputable law firm and/or corporate law department. Preferred experience with beverage alcohol, environmental, contract drafting, managing litigation, and providing legal advice on general corporate matters.
3. Substantial legal knowledge regarding general principles of law, including contract, UCC, litigation, licensing, anti-trust, environmental, beverage alcohol, and employment legal issues.
4. Ability to package legal advice within proper business context. Superior written and oral communication skills, analytical skills, attention to detail, and time management skills.
5. Fluency in verbal and written Spanish language is strongly desired.
Benefits
We offer competitive base pay, a generous bonus program, and truly outstanding benefits. Benefits include:
• 100% company paid health and dental insurance premiums for employees AND their eligible dependents (eligible to enroll from date of hire, no payroll deductions!)
• 100% company paid life insurance (up to 3x annual salary)
• 401k, company matched
• 100% company paid pension/retirement program
• L/T, S/T disability insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• flexible spending account
• complimentary meals served at our lunchroom facilities
• executive dining room
• annual product allowance
If you meet our qualifications and would like to explore becoming part of the Bacardi U.S.A. family, please apply online or email a copy of your resume to careers@bacardi.com , and include the job code 2008006 in your subject line.
Catherine Roman
Corporate Recruiter
Bacardi USA
2100 Biscayne Boulevard
Miami, FL. 33137
croman@bacardi.com
www.bacardilimited.com
http://www.linkedin.com/in/catroman
Thursday, August 7, 2008
Seeking Director of Category Development at Bacardi USA, Miami
BACARDI U.S.A., INC.
Director of Category Development
Job I.D. 2008064
Miami, FL
Bacardi U.S.A., Inc., a United States distributor and marketer of premium beverage alcohol products, is a subsidiary of Bacardi Limited. We boast a brand portfolio of some of the most recognized and top selling spirits in the world. Bacardi U.S.A. is best known for BACARDI rum, which has been the number-one selling spirit in the United States for more than 25 years.
In addition to BACARDI rum, the Bacardi U.S.A., Inc. portfolio includes: GREY GOOSE vodka, the world’s favorite super premium vodka; DEWAR’S Scotch, the top selling blended Scotch in the U.S.; BOMBAY SAPPHIRE gin, the top super premium gin in the U.S; .MARTINI & ROSSI vermouth, the favorite vermouth in the world; CAZADORES blue agave tequila, the top selling 100% blue agave tequila in the world and other notable brands and labels.
We are actively seeking an experienced Director of Category Development to direct our growing team at our US Headquarters in Miami, FL.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The focus of this position is to coordinate and deliver packaged selling tools, information and insight to end users to win at the point of attack i.e., the shelf, to maximize the influence, presence and velocity of Bacardi USA brands with key retailers. This leadership position will support the initiatives of our sales and marketing personnel by utilizing competitive data sources for analysis and presentations along with evaluation of brand performance and new product introductions.
• Leadership and excellence in Category Management: Ability to develop category strategies and go-to-market standards to help support commercial sell-in of new products and existing portfolio. Must have capability to perform best practice category management including gap analysis, assortment, shelving, and promotion diagnostics. The resulting retailer recommendations must drive retailer and Bacardi USA sales growth.
• Serve as a comprehensive point of contact supporting national accounts (on and off premise) and field sales via category management and insights to achieve objectives and move the business forward.
• Recruits, develops, coaches and manages the performance for direct reports
• Must develop beverage alcohol insights to advise and inform on strategies that drive volume and profit growth
• Understanding of both retailer and distributor needs. In addition, broad understanding of marketplace dynamics, including Chain, Independent and Control State.
• Keen awareness of competitive set and competitive innovation activity.
• Execute analysis and provide insights that identify opportunities to unlock growth for key retailers at shelf.
• Analyze data from all sources such as syndicated Nielsen, spectra data, quantitative custom research studies, internal depletion and account sold data with a focus on maximizing potential distribution, facings, shelf lay out and velocity for the BUSA portfolio brands and categories by key retailer, control state or on/off premise chain account.
• Ongoing market analysis and assessment of competitors and market intelligence with a focus on the future and value creation.
• Proactively identify strategic opportunities and risks in collaboration with stakeholders to accelerate growth.
• Take part in the integration and planning between HQ and field as well as distributor to develop analysis and fact based tool kits to move business forward via category management.
• Support monthly and quarterly distributor and brand business reviews.
• Partner with marketing to provide in-depth analysis of key retailers and channels.
• Analyze impacts of programs in key selling channels and evaluate them for effectiveness and build on successful programs.
• Coordinate with local and HQ personnel to develop analysis tool kits for CBU’s, market managers, distributors, key retailers and accounts.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field; MBA preferred.
• 10 years + previous category management experience; beverage alcohol industry experience a plus.
• Excellent presence and presentation skills
• Strong strategic agility and analytical thinking.
• Superior technical skills.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, teamwork and leadership skills.
• Microsoft Office including advanced Excel and PowerPoint. Lotus Notes a plus.
• Ability to interact with senior, executive level management, distributors and retailer customers.
• Experience with Oracle database tools a plus (or other multidimensional databases).
BENEFITS
We offer competitive base pay, a generous bonus program, and truly outstanding benefits. Benefits include:
• 100% company paid health and dental insurance premiums for employees AND their eligible dependents (eligible to enroll from date of hire, no payroll deductions!)
• 100% company paid life insurance (up to 3x annual salary)
• 401k, company matched
• 100% company paid retirement program
• L/T, S/T disability insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• flexible spending account
• complimentary meals served at our lunchroom facilities
• annual product allowance
If you meet our qualifications and would like to explore becoming part of the Bacardi U.S.A. family, please apply online or email a copy of your resume to careers@bacardi.com , and include the job code 2008064 in your subject line.
Director of Category Development
Job I.D. 2008064
Miami, FL
Bacardi U.S.A., Inc., a United States distributor and marketer of premium beverage alcohol products, is a subsidiary of Bacardi Limited. We boast a brand portfolio of some of the most recognized and top selling spirits in the world. Bacardi U.S.A. is best known for BACARDI rum, which has been the number-one selling spirit in the United States for more than 25 years.
In addition to BACARDI rum, the Bacardi U.S.A., Inc. portfolio includes: GREY GOOSE vodka, the world’s favorite super premium vodka; DEWAR’S Scotch, the top selling blended Scotch in the U.S.; BOMBAY SAPPHIRE gin, the top super premium gin in the U.S; .MARTINI & ROSSI vermouth, the favorite vermouth in the world; CAZADORES blue agave tequila, the top selling 100% blue agave tequila in the world and other notable brands and labels.
We are actively seeking an experienced Director of Category Development to direct our growing team at our US Headquarters in Miami, FL.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The focus of this position is to coordinate and deliver packaged selling tools, information and insight to end users to win at the point of attack i.e., the shelf, to maximize the influence, presence and velocity of Bacardi USA brands with key retailers. This leadership position will support the initiatives of our sales and marketing personnel by utilizing competitive data sources for analysis and presentations along with evaluation of brand performance and new product introductions.
• Leadership and excellence in Category Management: Ability to develop category strategies and go-to-market standards to help support commercial sell-in of new products and existing portfolio. Must have capability to perform best practice category management including gap analysis, assortment, shelving, and promotion diagnostics. The resulting retailer recommendations must drive retailer and Bacardi USA sales growth.
• Serve as a comprehensive point of contact supporting national accounts (on and off premise) and field sales via category management and insights to achieve objectives and move the business forward.
• Recruits, develops, coaches and manages the performance for direct reports
• Must develop beverage alcohol insights to advise and inform on strategies that drive volume and profit growth
• Understanding of both retailer and distributor needs. In addition, broad understanding of marketplace dynamics, including Chain, Independent and Control State.
• Keen awareness of competitive set and competitive innovation activity.
• Execute analysis and provide insights that identify opportunities to unlock growth for key retailers at shelf.
• Analyze data from all sources such as syndicated Nielsen, spectra data, quantitative custom research studies, internal depletion and account sold data with a focus on maximizing potential distribution, facings, shelf lay out and velocity for the BUSA portfolio brands and categories by key retailer, control state or on/off premise chain account.
• Ongoing market analysis and assessment of competitors and market intelligence with a focus on the future and value creation.
• Proactively identify strategic opportunities and risks in collaboration with stakeholders to accelerate growth.
• Take part in the integration and planning between HQ and field as well as distributor to develop analysis and fact based tool kits to move business forward via category management.
• Support monthly and quarterly distributor and brand business reviews.
• Partner with marketing to provide in-depth analysis of key retailers and channels.
• Analyze impacts of programs in key selling channels and evaluate them for effectiveness and build on successful programs.
• Coordinate with local and HQ personnel to develop analysis tool kits for CBU’s, market managers, distributors, key retailers and accounts.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field; MBA preferred.
• 10 years + previous category management experience; beverage alcohol industry experience a plus.
• Excellent presence and presentation skills
• Strong strategic agility and analytical thinking.
• Superior technical skills.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, teamwork and leadership skills.
• Microsoft Office including advanced Excel and PowerPoint. Lotus Notes a plus.
• Ability to interact with senior, executive level management, distributors and retailer customers.
• Experience with Oracle database tools a plus (or other multidimensional databases).
BENEFITS
We offer competitive base pay, a generous bonus program, and truly outstanding benefits. Benefits include:
• 100% company paid health and dental insurance premiums for employees AND their eligible dependents (eligible to enroll from date of hire, no payroll deductions!)
• 100% company paid life insurance (up to 3x annual salary)
• 401k, company matched
• 100% company paid retirement program
• L/T, S/T disability insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays
• flexible spending account
• complimentary meals served at our lunchroom facilities
• annual product allowance
If you meet our qualifications and would like to explore becoming part of the Bacardi U.S.A. family, please apply online or email a copy of your resume to careers@bacardi.com , and include the job code 2008064 in your subject line.
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Seeking Category Manager - Bacardi - Miami
Category Development Manager
Miami, FL
Bacardi U.S.A., Inc., a United States distributor and marketer of premium beverage alcohol products, is a subsidiary of Bacardi Limited. We boast a brand portfolio of some of the most recognized and top selling spirits in the world. Bacardi U.S.A. is best known for BACARDI rum, which has been the number-one selling spirit in the United States for more than 25 years.
In addition to BACARDI rum, the Bacardi U.S.A., Inc. portfolio includes: GREY GOOSE vodka, the world’s favorite super premium vodka; DEWAR’S Scotch, the top selling blended Scotch in the U.S.; BOMBAY SAPPHIRE gin, the top super premium gin in the U.S; .MARTINI & ROSSI vermouth, the favorite vermouth in the world; CAZADORES blue agave tequila, the top selling 100% blue agave tequila in the world and other notable brands and labels.
We are actively seeking an experienced Category Manager to join our growing team at our US Headquarters in Miami, FL.
POSITION OVERVIEW
This position will support the initiatives of our sales and marketing personnel by utilizing competitive data sources for analysis and presentations along with evaluation of brand performance and new product introductions.
The successful candidate will increase share of market presence using Category Management principles, through project work, and manage projects with retailers, distributors/brokers and aligned companies.
The candidate will utilize departmental software and data (i.e. ACNielsen Workstation, Spectra, BIMS) to deliver data throughout the Company more efficiently and provide additional insights to the brands for use in chain markets and the Marketing groups. 30% – 40% travel required within the U.S.A.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
To be considered for this opportunity, you need to have a Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field, Master’s degree preferred, and at least 2-3 years of professional work experience involving syndicated data (ACNielsen preferred) and data management and business/category analysis.
Necessary skills include expert level knowledge of MS Office Software, especially Excel (advanced formulas and functions), MS Access (queries and building databases), and PowerPoint.
Experience with merchandising software (Prospace), data management software (Data Alchemy), consumer demographic software (Spectra) and data linking codes (TDLinx) is strongly preferred.
Ability to work professionally with different management levels and multiple channels of business, experience with building and executing market strategies, manage multiple projects and requests through time management and satisfy internal corporate clients through professional customer service.
BENEFITS
We offer competitive base pay, a generous bonus program, and truly outstanding benefits. Benefits include 100% company paid health and dental insurance for employee AND qualified dependents, 401k, pension, complimentary meals served at our lunchroom facilities, annual product allowance, and much more.
Local South Florida candidates preferred. Relocation assistance is limited for this position.
If you meet our qualifications and would like to explore becoming part of the Bacardi U.S.A. family, please apply online or email a copy of your resume to careers@bacardi.com , and include the job code 2008060 in your subject line.
Miami, FL
Bacardi U.S.A., Inc., a United States distributor and marketer of premium beverage alcohol products, is a subsidiary of Bacardi Limited. We boast a brand portfolio of some of the most recognized and top selling spirits in the world. Bacardi U.S.A. is best known for BACARDI rum, which has been the number-one selling spirit in the United States for more than 25 years.
In addition to BACARDI rum, the Bacardi U.S.A., Inc. portfolio includes: GREY GOOSE vodka, the world’s favorite super premium vodka; DEWAR’S Scotch, the top selling blended Scotch in the U.S.; BOMBAY SAPPHIRE gin, the top super premium gin in the U.S; .MARTINI & ROSSI vermouth, the favorite vermouth in the world; CAZADORES blue agave tequila, the top selling 100% blue agave tequila in the world and other notable brands and labels.
We are actively seeking an experienced Category Manager to join our growing team at our US Headquarters in Miami, FL.
POSITION OVERVIEW
This position will support the initiatives of our sales and marketing personnel by utilizing competitive data sources for analysis and presentations along with evaluation of brand performance and new product introductions.
The successful candidate will increase share of market presence using Category Management principles, through project work, and manage projects with retailers, distributors/brokers and aligned companies.
The candidate will utilize departmental software and data (i.e. ACNielsen Workstation, Spectra, BIMS) to deliver data throughout the Company more efficiently and provide additional insights to the brands for use in chain markets and the Marketing groups. 30% – 40% travel required within the U.S.A.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
To be considered for this opportunity, you need to have a Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field, Master’s degree preferred, and at least 2-3 years of professional work experience involving syndicated data (ACNielsen preferred) and data management and business/category analysis.
Necessary skills include expert level knowledge of MS Office Software, especially Excel (advanced formulas and functions), MS Access (queries and building databases), and PowerPoint.
Experience with merchandising software (Prospace), data management software (Data Alchemy), consumer demographic software (Spectra) and data linking codes (TDLinx) is strongly preferred.
Ability to work professionally with different management levels and multiple channels of business, experience with building and executing market strategies, manage multiple projects and requests through time management and satisfy internal corporate clients through professional customer service.
BENEFITS
We offer competitive base pay, a generous bonus program, and truly outstanding benefits. Benefits include 100% company paid health and dental insurance for employee AND qualified dependents, 401k, pension, complimentary meals served at our lunchroom facilities, annual product allowance, and much more.
Local South Florida candidates preferred. Relocation assistance is limited for this position.
If you meet our qualifications and would like to explore becoming part of the Bacardi U.S.A. family, please apply online or email a copy of your resume to careers@bacardi.com , and include the job code 2008060 in your subject line.
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Careers @ Bacardi: Business Analytics Director
Business Analytics Director
Seal Beach, CA
Bacardi U.S.A., Inc., a United States distributor and marketer of premium beverage alcohol products, is a subsidiary of Bacardi Limited. We boast a brand portfolio of some of the most recognized and top selling spirits in the world. Bacardi U.S.A. is best known for BACARDI rum, which has been the number-one selling spirit in the United States for more than 25 years.
Bacardi’s roots date back to 1862, when founder Don Facundo Bacardi revolutionized spirits making by producing the world’s first light bodied rum.
In addition to BACARDI, the Bacardi U.S.A., Inc. portfolio includes: GREY GOOSE vodka, the world’s favorite super premium vodka; DEWAR’S Scotch, the top selling blended Scotch in the U.S.; BOMBAY SAPPHIRE gin, the top super premium gin in the U.S; .MARTINI & ROSSI vermouth, the favorite vermouth in the world; CAZADORES blue agave tequila, the top selling 100% blue agave tequila in the world and other notable brands and labels.
We are actively seeking a Director of Business Analytics for a Business Unit based out of Seal Beach, CA. This is a highly dynamic leadership position. Consumer goods BU/Brand P&S Analytics background is a must.
position overview
- Deliver consistent and accurate business decision support, controls and insightful analysis in order to drive excellence in CBU (Client Business Unit) execution.
duties and responsibilities
· Command and instill a value creation mindset throughout Distributor and Bacardi Analytics team
· Build upon monthly analysis provided with a focus on future opportunities by identifying business variances and performance
· Analyze monthly report of distributor profitability & pricing working to identify potential opportunities for value creation
· Examine and identify resource allocation opportunities
· Lead the integration and planning between Bacardi & Distributor financial management, evaluation and reporting to ensure A & P effectiveness & efficiency
· Plan for synergistic financial reporting and ROI between Distributor & CBU
· Identify gaps and develop processes to support value creation
· Lead the Business Plan process for CBU
· Elevate the standards and expectations for A&P effectiveness and efficiencies including ROI for Bacardi & Distributor
· Coordinate Quarterly program and sales driver evaluation (KPI’s)
· Monthly Budget & Financial Analysis of results
· Support monthly Distributor & Brand Business Reviews
· Proactively identify strategic opportunities & risks in collaboration with stakeholders to accelerate growth
· Monthly market analysis and assessment of competitors and market intelligence with a focus on the future and value creation
· Drive market intelligence into the business plan process and how we go to market at the local market level
· Feed local market programs to the Shared Services Center with an eye on sharing of Best Practices
minimum requirements
· Strong analytical thinking.
· Superior technical skills.
· Excellent communication, teamwork and leadership skills.
· Ability to interact with senior and executive level management.
· Bachelors degree in Business or related field; MBA preferred.
· Three to five years previous experience; beverage alcohol experience a plus.
· Experience in an analytical role.
We offer competitive base pay, a generous bonus program, and truly outstanding benefits. If you meet our qualifications and would like to explore becoming part of the Bacardi U.S.A. family, please apply online or email a copy of your resume to careers@bacardi.com , and include the job code 2007078 in your subject line.
Seal Beach, CA
Bacardi U.S.A., Inc., a United States distributor and marketer of premium beverage alcohol products, is a subsidiary of Bacardi Limited. We boast a brand portfolio of some of the most recognized and top selling spirits in the world. Bacardi U.S.A. is best known for BACARDI rum, which has been the number-one selling spirit in the United States for more than 25 years.
Bacardi’s roots date back to 1862, when founder Don Facundo Bacardi revolutionized spirits making by producing the world’s first light bodied rum.
In addition to BACARDI, the Bacardi U.S.A., Inc. portfolio includes: GREY GOOSE vodka, the world’s favorite super premium vodka; DEWAR’S Scotch, the top selling blended Scotch in the U.S.; BOMBAY SAPPHIRE gin, the top super premium gin in the U.S; .MARTINI & ROSSI vermouth, the favorite vermouth in the world; CAZADORES blue agave tequila, the top selling 100% blue agave tequila in the world and other notable brands and labels.
We are actively seeking a Director of Business Analytics for a Business Unit based out of Seal Beach, CA. This is a highly dynamic leadership position. Consumer goods BU/Brand P&S Analytics background is a must.
position overview
- Deliver consistent and accurate business decision support, controls and insightful analysis in order to drive excellence in CBU (Client Business Unit) execution.
duties and responsibilities
· Command and instill a value creation mindset throughout Distributor and Bacardi Analytics team
· Build upon monthly analysis provided with a focus on future opportunities by identifying business variances and performance
· Analyze monthly report of distributor profitability & pricing working to identify potential opportunities for value creation
· Examine and identify resource allocation opportunities
· Lead the integration and planning between Bacardi & Distributor financial management, evaluation and reporting to ensure A & P effectiveness & efficiency
· Plan for synergistic financial reporting and ROI between Distributor & CBU
· Identify gaps and develop processes to support value creation
· Lead the Business Plan process for CBU
· Elevate the standards and expectations for A&P effectiveness and efficiencies including ROI for Bacardi & Distributor
· Coordinate Quarterly program and sales driver evaluation (KPI’s)
· Monthly Budget & Financial Analysis of results
· Support monthly Distributor & Brand Business Reviews
· Proactively identify strategic opportunities & risks in collaboration with stakeholders to accelerate growth
· Monthly market analysis and assessment of competitors and market intelligence with a focus on the future and value creation
· Drive market intelligence into the business plan process and how we go to market at the local market level
· Feed local market programs to the Shared Services Center with an eye on sharing of Best Practices
minimum requirements
· Strong analytical thinking.
· Superior technical skills.
· Excellent communication, teamwork and leadership skills.
· Ability to interact with senior and executive level management.
· Bachelors degree in Business or related field; MBA preferred.
· Three to five years previous experience; beverage alcohol experience a plus.
· Experience in an analytical role.
We offer competitive base pay, a generous bonus program, and truly outstanding benefits. If you meet our qualifications and would like to explore becoming part of the Bacardi U.S.A. family, please apply online or email a copy of your resume to careers@bacardi.com , and include the job code 2007078 in your subject line.
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