Manager, Field Marketing - WA
Where Conviviality is at work.
Pernod Ricard is a global premium international champagnes and spirits company. We’re the team behind leading brands such as ABSOLUT® Vodka, Jameson® Irish Whiskey, Malibu®, Kahlúa® Liqueur, The Glenlivet®, Beefeater and Malfy Gins, and a leading portfolio of American whiskey brands including Jefferson’s, Rabbit Hole, TX, Smooth Ambler and Skrewball™ whiskey.
Working at Pernod Ricard is all about igniting conviviality in all that we do. Derived from the French word, convivialité…it means human connection, authenticity, friendly, and jovial. Conviviality is energy and spirit with a splash of je ne sais quoi and is a core philosophy around how we live and work at Pernod Ricard.
Guided by our 4 core values: (1) grounded in the real; (2) fiercely authentic; (3) passion for challenge; and (4) connected beyond borders; we are team players, dream makers, trailblazers, movers and (cocktail) shakers. We have a passion for living life to the fullest, making new friends every day, and realizing our potential as people and as a business!
Careers that unlock the magic of human connection
Pernod Ricard is a global premium spirits and wine company. We’re the team behind leading brands such as ABSOLUT® Vodka, Jameson® Irish Whiskey, Malibu®, Kahlúa® Liqueur, The Glenlivet® Gin, and Skrewball™ whiskey, as well as many more superior wines and exquisite champagnes!
Working at Pernod Ricard is all about igniting conviviality in all that we do. Derived from the French word, convivialité…it means human connection, authenticity, friendly, and jovial. Conviviality is energy and spirit with a splash of je ne sais quoi and is a core philosophy around how we live and work at Pernod Ricard.
Guided by our 4 core values: (1) grounded in the real; (2) fiercely authentic; (3) passion for challenge; and (4) connected beyond borders; we are team players, dream makers, trailblazers, movers and (cocktail) shakers. We have a passion for living life to the fullest, making new friends every day, and realizing our potential as people and as a business!
The salary range for this role, based in Seattle is $111,400.00 to $139,200.00. The range may vary if the role outside of this location. Base salaries are determined during our interview process, by assessing a candidate’s experience, skills against internal peers and against the scope and responsibilities of the position.
Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and highly strategic Field Marketing Manager to drive market-level activation excellence, commercial alignment, and insights-led growth across assigned geographies. In this role, you will develop and execute state-level marketing strategies, optimize A&P investment, and collaborate closely with Sales, Distributor partners, Brand, and Commercial teams. You will shape local market execution, champion commercial priorities, and serve as the voice of the market to ensure programs land with maximum impact. This role provides a unique opportunity to influence brand performance at scale while delivering meaningful local market wins.
Who will love this job
You are a highly motivated self-starter who thrives in dynamic, fast-moving environments and loves solving complex market challenges. You bring strong analytical rigor, a collaborative spirit, and the ability to translate insights into action. You excel at influencing cross-functional teams, managing multiple priorities, and adapting quickly to change. If you enjoy building strategies, driving commercial impact, and being at the center of market activation, this role is for you.
What you’ll do
Market Strategy, Planning, & Activation
Lead state-level marketing strategy, annual planning, and activation across designated markets to support sales and distributor partners.
Translate national programs and priority periods clearly at the market level, ensuring execution focus is aligned with Sales Leads and Distributor teams.
Develop and oversee execution plans and playbooks aligned to brand guidelines, optimizing for local needs, including regional chains.
Capture, synthesize, and communicate market insights through feedback loop to support annual brand planning and master program briefing processes.
Support large-scale brand events, sponsorships, and activations to deliver brand visibility and ROI.
Own Corporate Partnership execution within assigned markets leveraging assets to drive programming in-stadium and within the on and off premise. Partner with local team on recaps to drive continuous improvement.
Lead agency briefing for local market activities including sampling programs, event execution and large scale activations
Annual A&P Planning & Budget Management
Lead market-level A&P budget development in partnership with key stakeholders, ensuring alignment with corporate and brand strategies.
Own A&P management, tracking, reconciliation for assigned markets ensuring plan is delivered on budget.
Optimize investment across states based on market dynamics while balancing national priorities.
Customer / Distributor Sell Decks & Communication
Communicate market activities via playbooks & program sell sheets; localize customer and distributor sell decks & sell sheets to include program objectives, relevant insights, media support and other key information.
Present program priorities at key distributor forums including Kickoffs, GSMs, and select QBRs to drive alignment and activation.
Define commercial objectives for all programs and manage post-program evaluation, including ROI readouts.
Champion and scale best practices across the commercial ecosystem to drive consistency and effectiveness.
Market Intelligence & Cross-Functional Leadership
Serve as the voice of the market by sharing insights, performance feedback, and growth opportunities with Brand, Channel, Commercial, and Leadership Teams.
Translate field feedback into recommendations to inform national program development and evolution.
Champion simplification by identifying and eliminating process friction.
What’s in it for me?
You’ll join a globally recognized organization that champions diversity, inclusion, and opportunities for professional growth. At Pernod Ricard, your development is a priority, and your career path can span brands, functions, and geographies. You’ll be part of a culture that values creativity, celebrates community, and prioritizes sustainability, all while helping build some of the world’s most iconic brands.
Required qualifications
Bachelor's degree required
5-10 years of relevant marketing experience, ideally within beverage alcohol, trade/retail management, or brand roles.
Demonstrated experience developing local activation strategies and driving commercial planning.
Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Office applications.
Ability to travel up to 25%.
When you join Pernod Ricard, you’ll experience a workplace that is rich in heritage, driven by our iconic brands and a long-standing commitment to sustainability, safety, and giving back to the people and communities where we work. We know that happiness at work starts with that feeling of belonging you get from an inclusive culture where being uniquely you is celebrated. Our values are lived, they drive our behaviors, and it’s what brings our culture to life.
Our work philosophy celebrates the magic of human connection with the flexibility needed to provide one's most meaningful contribution. We offer a flexible work policy, with most of our positions offering a 40% work-from-home hybrid option. As a global employer, we understand that not everyone’s working hours are the same, and we empower our employees to work the hours that make the most sense for their and their team’s schedules.
We offer employees great benefits and perks to toast to a life filled with support. Check out PRUSABenefits.com for details.
Pernod Ricard USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It employs qualified individuals based solely on ability, training, and experience, and does not and will not, discriminate for or against any employee or applicant for employment or promotion based upon actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service or any other classification protected by law. Offers will be subject to United States local terms.
Pernod Ricard USA is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Pernod Ricard USA will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. To request reasonable accommodation during the application process, contact us at [email protected].
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2026-11-01When you join Pernod Ricard, you’ll experience a workplace that is rich in heritage, driven by our iconic brands and a long-standing commitment to sustainability, safety, and giving back to the people and communities where we work. We know that happiness at work starts with that feeling of belonging you get from an inclusive culture where being uniquely you is celebrated. Our values are lived, they drive our behaviors, and it’s what brings our culture to life.
Our work philosophy celebrates the magic of human connection with the flexibility needed to provide one's most meaningful contribution. We offer a flexible work policy, with most of our positions offering a a hybrid option with flexibility to work remotely 2 days a week. As a global employer, we understand that not everyone’s working hours are the same, and we empower our employees to work the hours that make the most sense for them and their team’s schedules.
We offer employees great benefits and perks to toast to a life filled with support. Check out PRUSABenefits.com for details.
This recruitment process uses artificial intelligence (AI) tools to match applicant skills with role requirements and qualifications.
Pernod Ricard USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It employs qualified individuals based solely on ability, training, and experience, and does not and will not, discriminate for or against any employee or applicant for employment or promotion based upon actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service or any other classification protected by law. Offers will be subject to United States local terms.
Pernod Ricard USA is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Pernod Ricard USA will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. To request reasonable accommodation during the application process, contact us at [email protected].