Senior Cask Programme Manager - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Summary: The Senior Cask Programme Manager at Suntory Global Spirits will lead the development and execution of an amplified Cask Program for the Scotch & Irish Brand House, focusing on driving commercial agreements and enhancing customer relationships. This role requires a strategic mindset to ensure the program aligns with long-term growth objectives while managing cross-functional teams to deliver projects efficiently. The successful candidate will be instrumental in establishing strong market connections and implementing robust plans for program success. This position is a unique opportunity for an entrepreneurial individual to make a significant impact within a leading premium spirits company.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive the OTIF delivery of a high impact amplified Cask Program vis-à-vis NSV, Customer Relationships, brand equity and wider portfolio opportunities.
• Set criteria for cask approval and create a clear communication plan for all prospective customers.
• Establish strong relationships with key markets and Private Clients as directed.
• Drive pricing and contractual terms to point of agreement with customers.
• Organise cask samples via the Spirits Team for prospective customers.
• Develop robust in-year plans to support in-full and on-time delivery of the program.
• Work closely with the Senior Innovation Manager to establish and monitor project timelines.
• Set up and manage the Customer database.
• Develop requisite sales/marketing support materials inclusive of sales documents and toolkits.
• Measure and evaluate program success.
• Establish long-range 5-year plans to safeguard growth in alignment with business innovation targets.
• Identify opportunity spaces for elevated ranges and market gaps.
• Drive timely communications and reporting into the Scotch & Irish Innovation Director and Brand House Leadership Team.
• Establish clear expectations and direction for all brands included within the program.
• Ensure the Cask Program is delivered in alignment with specified brand objectives.
• Collaborate across all supporting functions to ensure project teams have visibility on deliverables.
• Work directly with cross-functional teams to solve issues as they arise.
• Define actions required from each function at each stage of the project.
• Drive continual improvement opportunities aligned with Brand House strategy and sustainability goals.

Key Skills:

• Entrepreneurial self-starter with flexibility in unstructured environments.
• Acute commercial awareness and understanding of key levers impacting the bottom line.
• Results-oriented with a proven track record in delivering impactful projects.
• Excellent interpersonal skills for effective communication in a multicultural, cross-functional organization.
• Conflict resolution and team leadership in a highly matrixed environment.
• Excellent verbal and written English skills.
• Resilient and focused with high energy levels and a positive attitude.
• Close attention to detail with outstanding process and project management skills.
• Proven commitment to delivering projects on-time and above expectations.
• Experience in working across and up within the organization, gaining credibility among peers and leadership teams.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Glasgow

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: fixed-term

Seniority Level: Senior

Industry: Other