Market Development Specialist Jobs in New York

Job ID: 42320

Location:
Bronx, NY, US, 10474

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What You Need To Know

Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people – and equips them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As the preeminent wine and spirits distributor, Southern Glazer’s isn't just one of Forbes’ Top Private Companies; it's a family-owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933.

Southern Glazer’s is proud of its well-earned positive reputation, continually achieving accolades for our outstanding workplace culture. We take pride in creating a culture where our people are valued, supported, and provided opportunities for growth and belonging.

As a full-time employee, you can choose from a wide-ranging menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition assistance, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.

By joining Southern Glazer’s, you would be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and community. This is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to build the future of beverage distribution and grow with a company that truly cares about its people.

Southern Glazer’s offers a competitive compensation package with expected first year total earnings between $85000 - $115000 / year plus bonus opportunity. This salary range is an average range for this position. In determining a final offer, the company will evaluate a specific candidate's education, skills and experience and will make an offer appropriately.

Overview

The Manager, Market Development is responsible for driving strategic market expansion and building a strong commercial foundation in targeted growth territories. This role focuses on developing supplier partnerships, identifying high-value on- and off-premise opportunities, and establishing meaningful relationships with key decision-makers to expand brand distribution and market presence.

Primary Responsibilities
Identify and execute strategies to expand distribution in new and underpenetrated markets
Target and open priority on-premise and off-premise accounts to drive brand presence
Develop territory-level plans to accelerate market penetration and share growth
Build and maintain strong relationships with supplier partners to align on growth priorities
Establish and strengthen connections with key buyers, ownership groups, and decision-makers
Serve as a trusted partner to both suppliers and customers, ensuring consistent communication and alignment
Drive new product distribution and placement across priority accounts
Identify high-value placement opportunities (e.g., menu listings, features, displays)
Partner with Sales and Trade Development teams to ensure consistent execution of brand strategies
Analyze local market trends, competitor activity, and customer dynamics to identify opportunities
Provide actionable insights and recommendations to optimize market strategy
Monitor and track performance against key objectives and KPIs
Develop and deliver regular business updates, insights, and performance reporting to senior leadership
Ensure visibility into progress, opportunities, and risks within the market
Maintain accountability through clear tracking of outcomes and deliverables
Perform other job-related duties as assigned
Additional Primary Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
3–5+ years of experience in sales, business development, or account management
Proven ability to build relationships and drive results in a competitive market
Strong analytical, communication, and presentation skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage a territory or market
Experience in the beverage alcohol industry or CPG environment
Knowledge of on-premise and off-premise sales channels
Experience working with supplier partners and trade development teams
Physical Demands
Physical demands include a considerable amount of time sitting and typing/keyboarding, using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor) or adding machine
Physical demands with activity or condition may occasionally include walking, bending, reaching, standing, and stooping
May require occasional lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 48lbs
EEO Statement

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affirmative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. SGWS complies with all federal, state and local laws concerning consideration of a qualified applicant's arrest and/or criminal conviction records. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.

Nearest Major Market: Bronx
Nearest Secondary Market: New York City
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