Senior City Development Manager, Manchester

About the Role

The Senior City Development Manager at Juul Labs plays a pivotal role in shaping the company’s success in key strategic cities. This position is essential for enhancing market presence and driving the transition of adults away from combustible cigarettes, aligning with Juul’s mission to promote healthier alternatives. In the first few months, you will immerse yourself in city-specific strategies, engage with local stakeholders, and provide coaching to City Development Managers to ensure effective execution of commercial objectives. Your hands-on approach will help in tailoring field activities to meet the unique demands of each city, making a tangible impact on the company’s growth and reputation.

Key Responsibilities

• You will take charge of managing regional key account operators, fostering strong relationships that facilitate long-term growth in distribution and sales.
• This role involves acting as a mentor and advisor to City Development Managers, providing them with practical strategies for account planning and overcoming local market challenges.
• Developing and deploying commercial tools tailored to field challenges will be a critical part of your responsibilities to ensure the effectiveness of sales teams.
• Building relationships in non-traditional trade channels will be essential, requiring you to adapt strategies to local market characteristics while aligning with Juul’s regulatory standards.
• You will set operational benchmarks for distribution and brand visibility, ensuring that all trade channels meet established quality standards.
• Finally, you will adapt national frameworks into actionable, city-specific plans, ensuring that local insights drive the execution of Juul’s strategic initiatives.

Requirements & Qualifications

• A proven track record in business development or sales management, ideally within the consumer goods sector, demonstrating your ability to drive market growth.
• Strong analytical skills are essential to evaluate market data and develop effective city-specific strategies.
• Experience in account management, with a focus on building and maintaining long-term commercial relationships.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively coach and support team members and stakeholders.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role, showcasing your ability to lead teams and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

What You’ll Gain

• This role provides a unique opportunity to enhance your leadership and strategic planning skills in a dynamic industry.
• You will gain hands-on experience in managing key accounts and executing strategies that have a direct impact on the company’s success.
• Working in a diverse team dedicated to innovation will expand your professional network and expose you to new ideas and approaches.
• Additionally, you will play a critical part in a mission-driven organization, contributing to meaningful change in public health and well-being.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your application through the following link: Apply here.