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Safeguard Global

Business Development Manager

Safeguard Global, Peru, Illinois, United States, 61354

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Our client, a global leader in the premium spirits industry, is in the search for an experienced Area Manager to lead and accelerate commercial growth across Peru and Argentina. This is a senior commercial role responsible for driving market performance, developing route‑to‑market strategies, and enhancing brand execution across both markets.

The Area Manager will represent the company in‑market, partnering with distributor leadership teams and internal cross‑functional stakeholders to deliver commercial results, strengthen brand presence, and ensure excellence in execution.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the commercial and trade execution strategy for Peru and Argentina

Deliver volume, profit, and market share objectives aligned to long‑term business plans

Manage and influence distributor partners across commercial, marketing, finance, and key account functions

Develop and execute Route‑to‑Market and Route‑to‑Consumer strategies for premium brands

Partner with regional Marketing to implement impactful consumer and trade programs

Oversee pricing, forecasting, investment management, and P'L delivery

Strengthen in‑market execution standards and brand presence across channels

Represent the company with regulatory entities, industry associations, and key market stakeholders

Ensure full compliance with corporate, legal, and brand governance standards

Profile Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, International Business or related field

Minimum 8 years of experience in FMCG, ideally within premium beverages or spirits

Proven experience leading distributors and influencing cross‑functional partners

Fluent in English and Spanish

Willingness to travel across assigned markets

A Master’s degree (MBA) and experience in the alcohol beverage category will be considered a strong advantage.

What This Role Offers

Opportunity to lead two strategic growth markets

Work with globally recognized premium brands

High‑visibility role with autonomy and regional impact

Collaborative culture focused on excellence and long‑term brand building

Seniority level : Director

Employment type : Full‑time

Industries : Wholesale Alcoholic Beverages

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