Sales Planning & Business Strategy Associate - Korean Alcoholic Beverage Industry

Job Description

HiteJinro is one of the world's largest alcoholic beverage manufacturers with a full product line including the world's best-selling soju.

HiteJinro is South Korea's leading soju brand and the world's top-selling spirit by volume. Established in 1924, the company has over 100 years of experience producing Korea's national drink and has become central to Korean drinking culture. The brand is recognized by its distinctive green bottle and plays a key role in Korean social occasions, from celebrations to business meetings.

HiteJinro has successfully expanded internationally, serving as a cultural ambassador for Korea while maintaining consistent quality. The company balances tradition with innovation by offering various flavors and alcohol strengths to meet changing consumer tastes, all while preserving the authentic character that has made it popular in Korean homes and restaurants globally.

The brand's mission focuses on connecting people across generations and cultures through Korea's most beloved spirit.

Sales Planning & Business Strategy Associate

HiteJinro is one of the world's largest alcoholic beverage manufacturers with a full product line including the world's best-selling soju.

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Sales Planning & Business Strategy Associate to join our growing Sales Planning team. This position is ideal for individuals looking to start their career in sales, providing an excellent opportunity for growth and development within the company.

Responsibilities (Not limited to):

· Proactively evaluate strategies and recommend data-backed changes to optimize performance.

· Partner with sales/marketing team to promote and track KPI

· Analyze and recap sales performance by various sales channels and volume goals.

· Identify potential brand risks and market opportunities using data analysis.

· Develop KPIs and manage overall sales data.

· Ensure data integrity for all sales and distributors’ reports, managing internal/external sources.

· Run standard and ad hoc reports for business and sales.

· Organize and maintain accurate customer/distributor account segmentation data.

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insights for diverse channel growth.

· Synthesize complex data into compelling, visual presentations.

· Stay current on digital strategies and emerging trends to proactively identify growth opportunities and risks

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Marketing or related discipline.

· Demonstrate an intermediate degree of proficiency in Windows and related software applications, including Excel and PowerPoint

· Knowledge of Power BI and advanced macros would be a strong asset

· Demonstrate a drive for results, pursuing assigned tasks with energy and a desire to achieve

· Able to understand and apply basic math and CPG principles in the achievement of assigned work

· Effectively communicate and interact with others and work effectively within a team

Benefits:

· 100% Fully Company Paid Medical / Dental / Vision /AD&D Insurance

· 13 Paid Federal Holidays

· Sick Leave

· Paid Time Off Policy

· Paid Bereavement Leave

· Retirement Plan

· Cell phone Allowance

· Auto Allowance

· Lunch Allowance

· Paid Bereavement Leave

· Bonus Opportunities

Salary Range:

· $55,000-$65,000 per year

Actual pay will be based on skills, experience, and education.