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Aiko Importers, Inc. is a leading importer of alcoholic beverages, dedicated to bringing exceptional products to the US market. With a deep understanding of diverse market needs and a commitment to quality, we've built a strong network of distributors across the country.
Job Openings
Product Manager
Responsibilities:
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Assists in identifying and creating innovative new products, reporting to management with project updates and discovery.
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Develop formulas and bottle designs for upcoming products.
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Communicate with vendors and manufacturers to source materials for product development and launch.
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Directly accountable for technical development and implementation of new projects
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Work as part of a cross functional project team, translating customer needs into relevant design elements meeting consumer, cost, quality, and regulatory requirements.
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Partner with external suppliers and development companies to identify, evaluate and implement new technologies and materials.
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Develop a solid technical and business understanding of the competitive set, supplier base, industry trends and other external changes that could influence industry and product direction.
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Must be able to consume limited quantities of alcoholic beverage samples in accordance with evaluation/research needs.
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Develop product design and operating specifications to provide input on ingredients, in-processes, and final product specifications on new or revised products
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Ensure compliance to all laws (global, federal, state and local) and company standards
Sales Director
of Retail Chains
Responsibilities:
● Leads all aspects of depletion and revenue goals for key chain customers across all markets
● Plans and handles budgets and brand allocations for key chain accounts.
● Ensures quality of brand mix, inventory, size mix, & market pricing are set to drive growth and profitability
● Monitors sales & depletion metrics and performance. Handles the distributor to ensure targets are met across key chain customers
● Plans the program & pricing calendar in partnership with the distributor and key chain customers
● Responsible for communicating to all sales management personnel the sales goals of the organization to be established in a sales plan incorporating supplier objective.
● Will make monthly sales forecasts in the last week of each month for the following month to be communicated to AIKO Leadership for inclusion in the product call plans.
● Consistently present chain strategies, discussing chain issues, and give chain status updates at sales meetings, develop sales forecasts, and schedule timeline of product delivery.
Apply Now!
If you are an innovative and cooperative worker looking to join a dynamic team, we encourage you to apply!
Please submit your resume and applicable case studies to pr@aikobrands.com