Area Manager Sales

William Grant & Sons

AUonsite$75k-$85k/yrPosted Jun 18, 2026
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About the role

The Company/Culture

Are you interested in working with Global Premium Brands and activating brands at scale across both on & off premise venues and being the face of our premium spirits portfolio in your assigned territory? If so we are looking for an enthusiastic Area Manger to join the team at William Grant & Sons.

We are an independent, global premium spirits company with Scottish roots. We craft some of the world's most iconic brands including Glenfiddich, Hendrick's, Monkey Shoulder & Sailor Jerry just to name a few. We value all colleagues for their rare character, distinctive skills, experience and perspectives. Diversity & Inclusion is at the heart of how we do things at William Grant & Sons and is fully aligned to our purpose and company values. We strive to create an environment where we can all be our best and bring our whole selves to work, where rare characters thrive.

The Role

We are looking for an Area Manager to build the William Grant & Sons portfolio through distribution, activation and increased visibility of our products in trade. We are looking for business and brand builders who are focused on our key customers across a mix of the on-premise and off-premise channels, striving to add value and form strong and enduring business relationships across the network. As a key member of the wider team, you will deliver sales and profit targets for the territory within budget while building and enhancing the WG&S portfolio through distribution, activation and visibility. Regularly manage monthly reporting, expenses and general admin requirements using our CRM system.

The Benefits

We offer a competitive salary package and benefits which are designed to promote your financial, health and wellbeing.

Company bonus plan

Generous annual leave entitlement of 24 days

12% superannuation company contribution

Private health insurance subsidy with a leading health insurer

Private life insurance

Generous product allowance so that you can enjoy our fantastic portfolio of brands with your family and friends

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Generous paid parental leave up to 22 weeks (for eligible employees)

Great learning and development resources to help you be your best

Charitable giving program opportunities

About You

Previous experience working in a similar role with a strong background in sales

Previous experience working in premium spirits (ideal, but not essential)

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a friendly, confident and fun approach

Self-motivated and focused on achieving goals

Proven brand development and activation experience

Mid-level brand development and activation experience is highly desirable

Ability to build and nurture key relationships

Ability to manage multiple priorities and manage stakeholder expectations

Ability to work collaboratively across the team and independently

Previous experience using a CRM system

Valid Driver's license and current RSA is essential

Australian work rights are required for this position

We value every employee for their rare character, distinctive skills, experience and perspectives. Every one of our colleagues has a role to play in helping us to achieve our growth ambitions.

If this sounds like your next role, we'd love to hear from you.

Pay: $75,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company car

Extended annual leave

Free drinks

Free food

Health insurance

Life insurance

Maternity leave

Paid volunteer leave

Parental leave

Referral program

Application Question(s):

Do you have a legal right to work in Australia?

What is your annual salary expectation?

Experience:

Premium Spirits Industry: 1 year (Preferred)

Licence/Certification:

RSA Certificate (Required)

Driver Licence (Required)

Location:

Brisbane QLD (Required)

Work Location: On the road

Compensation

This Sales role pays $75k-$85k/yr. Within typical range for sales roles in Australia.

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