Country Manager Ireland
Sazerac Ireland
Location: Sandymount, Dublin
Sazerac Company, one of the world’s leading privately owned spirits companies, is appointing a Country Manager to lead and further develop its Irish business.
Sazerac Company combines long-standing heritage with a clear growth ambition and a strong track record of brand building and strategic expansion.
This is a commercially led leadership role with full P&L responsibility for the Irish business. The successful candidate will set the commercial agenda for the market, lead the commercial organisation and drive consistent execution across both off‑trade and on‑trade channels.
The role requires a hands‑on commercial leader who leads from the front, is highly visible with customers and the market, and is comfortable operating in a fast‑moving entrepreneurial environment.
Role mandate Full commercial P&L ownership for Ireland
Define and execute the Ireland commercial strategy
Lead the off‑trade and on‑trade commercial organisation
Ensure the sales organisation is appropriately structured and resourced to deliver the Ireland commercial strategy
Establish clear commercial processes and operating discipline to improve the effectiveness of the Ireland organisation
Build and maintain senior relationships with key retail and on‑trade customers
Drive market share, revenue growth and commercial performance
Represent Sazerac Company in the Irish market
Candidate Profile This role requires a growth‑oriented commercial leader from the beverage alcohol industry who is comfortable operating at pace and close to the market.
Key characteristics include: Senior commercial leadership with full P&L responsibility
Strong National Account / Key Account leadership experience across off‑trade and on‑trade channels
Strong off‑trade retail relationships in Ireland
On‑trade experience desirable
Track record delivering growth in competitive beverage alcohol markets
Hands‑on leadership style and visible customer presence
Lead‑from‑the‑front mindset with strong commercial instinct
Package: Senior leadership level package with dynamic bonus structure
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