International Sales Manager - Southern Europe

This role will be the key commercial contact for selected European markets, managing this renown distillery's impressive portfolio business and having full P&L responsibility.The Commercial Manager will be responsible for driving the implementation of the global brand strategy in these markets through the effective development and management of our distributor network. The person will be in charge of regularly reviewing, scoping and recommending the best Route to Market options for the brands.Job ResponsibilitiesShaping strategies for the sales growth and establishing brand priorities, levels of investment, volume and profit goals by country.Leading the annual budgeting/planning process by influencing distributors to prepare sales and marketing plans in line with business goals.Drive the implementation of key brand initiatives and track commercial progress against targets by conducting periodical strategic reviews as required.Identifying new opportunities for business development and building business cases to exploit these.Specific Market ResponsibilitiesIberian Peninsula (Andorra, Portugal and Spain), including Canary Islands the British overseas territory of Gibraltar. Italy and the micro-states of San Marino and the Vatican City. Kosovo, Slovenia, Greece, Croatia, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, North Macedonia. Albania and Malta. Turkey.Other selected European markets.This is a newly created role working with one of Scotland's most impressive distilleries at a time of continued growth and expansion. You will be a seasoned Commercial Manager with a proved track record in managing international markets. A background in Premium Spirits and a genuine passion for the Scotch Whisky industry is highly desirable in this role offering significant opportunities for personal and professional growth.This role can be based anywhere within the UK or in Southern Europe.