Business Development Manager - Paris

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER - PARIS

Are you ready to shape the market and lead Stauning Whisky to new heights? Are you motivated by results and have a proven track record of increasing sales and brand exposure? - then this is your chance to shine.

About Stauning Whisky A/S

Stauning Whisky, known for its Danish craftsmanship, combines traditional methods with modern innovation. We are dedicated to creating exceptional whisky experiences and value diversity, innovation, and quality.

At Stauning, our approach is deeply rooted in the principles that have long defined the quality and beauty of Danish things — simplicity, being close to nature, craftsmanship and an unwavering commitment to quality.

Our whisky is a product of intention and design. Stauning is where craftsmanship transcends the ordinary and becomes an enduring art form.

Stauning Whisky is the result of an unusual experiment. They were nine friends from very different backgrounds who came together to share a common curiosity and decided to push the boundaries of whisky making.

In 2009, they started production and have since won several prestigious awards.

Stauning Whisky has revived the traditional craft methods that disappeared with modern whisky production, using only locally grown grain, which floor malt at the distillery and distill in small copper pot stills over an open fire.

In 2018, Stauning Whisky moved into a newly built distillery. A building filled with innovative engineering and a dramatic expression that draws on decades of tradition of classic Danish design and architecture.

Stauning Whisky is growing, with sales in new countries, which means changes are part of everyday life.

Our values are Passion, Curiosity, Authenticity, Decency and not least Financial Responsibility.

Further information on https://stauningwhisky.com/da/

ABOUT THE POSITION:

As a Business Development Manager in Paris, we expect you to reinforce & grow Stauning Whisky´s position, by inspiring our customers, consumers (current & potential) and representatives.

The purpose is to bring Stauning Whisky to life in targeted retailers, bars, and events in Paris, with the aim of creating lifelong advocates of the brand through successful account management and activations.

Join Our Journey at Stauning Whisky, elevate your career with a role that blends tradition with innovation. Stauning Whisky offers an opportunity to contribute to a brand redefining the whisky industry, inspired by Denmark's rich heritage and natural beauty.

You will be part of a dynamic team that is passionate about what they do, but happy to help each other and do whatever it takes to make things happen.

Location: Paris

You will report to our Head of Sales, UK and France

Your key responsibilities and tasks will be:

• Be the day-to-face of Stauning Whisky in Paris
• Utilize your Paris network to build an army of advocates and our new circle of Stauning Whisky drinkers
• Drive Excellence in DVA (distribution, visibility, activation) across the Paris Market, with main focus on Cavistes and presence in relevant on-trade accounts (80 Off-Trade/20% On-Trade).
• Focus on sampling and in-store activations with all retail accounts
• Support our distribution partner to ensure the Stauning share of voice remains high
• Help manage the future KAOS Club accounts, providing exemplary account management
• Achieve new listings in independent Cavistes
• Perform barrel-top samplings in different stores
• Regular reporting and various ad-hoc tasks in the sales department

What we expect from you:

• You hold a bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, and/or a solid field experience in a similar position.
• 3+ years of experience in sales or trade marketing roles in the Paris area, ideally in spirits
• Experience in adjacent drink categories (i.e. premium wines/champagnes) or trade roles will be considered.
• Understanding of market trends, consumer behaviors and capacity to translate them into sales oriented actions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with retailers and partners to optimize our brand performance.
• Strong IT skills
• You are fluent in French and English, other languages like German and Danish will be a plus for the role.

You have a solid hands-on approach with attention to details, you can work independently, not afraid to take responsibility and follow the tasks through to completion. You are systematic, structured, and have an analytical approach. In addition, you are characterized by your flexibility, good communication and collaboration skills.

As a person, you are positive and outgoing, you are a team player with a collaborative mindset, a good colleague who helps make it super fun to come to work. You have a high drive and thrive like a fish in the water with a busy everyday life where deadlines can be short.

You are passionate about what you do, you are curious and innovative, authentic, you behave with decency and not least you are financially responsible.

WE OFFER

An exciting job in a company at full speed, with lots of development and challenges, a high degree of freedom in the work, with the opportunity to influence your own job and flexible working hours.

If you become part of Stauning Whisky, you will have the opportunity to be part of an exciting journey, in an authentic company in growth and with sales and marketing in many countries, as well as good employee conditions.

The culture is characterized by passionate and dedicated colleagues and an unpretentious environment with room to have fun.

APPLICATION AND ACCESSION

Holst Larsen, is responsible for the recruitment process, and if you are interested in applying for this exciting position, please send your application and CV via the link below: Apply for the position.

We process applications on an ongoing basis, so send your application today.

If you have any questions about the position, you are welcome to contact Marianne Holst Larsen on (+45) 40837593 or mail: [email protected]