Manager, Premium

Anheuser-Busch is one of America's most iconic beverage companies, renowned for its extensive portfolio of premium beer and beyond beer brands. The company proudly produces well-known names such as Michelob ULTRA, the nation’s number one top-selling beer, Busch Light, Budweiser, Bud Light, Stella Artois, Cutwater Spirits, and many industry-leading craft brands. With a heritage spanning over 165 years, Anheuser-Busch has built a legacy rooted in brewing high-quality beers and delivering satisfying experiences to beer consumers across the United States. The company is also widely respected for its continued efforts to support American farmers, military personnel, veterans, first responders, and local communities through various initiatives including emergency drinking water donations and responsible drinking programs. Powered by a passionate team of 65,000 dedicated Americans, Anheuser-Busch embraces a culture of dreaming big, fostering innovation, and driving sustainable growth. If you are inspired by the idea of working for a company with a future-focused vision and a culture that values passion, talent, and curiosity, Anheuser-Busch could be your next great opportunity.

The role of Manager, Premium at Anheuser-Busch represents a critical local market leadership position focused on field execution as the essential link between premium field programs and wholesale partners. Reporting to the Senior Commercial Director, this role is responsible for overseeing execution of high-end and beyond beer brands at the local market level, helping to drive sales growth, trial, and market presence within assigned geographic regions. This role requires working closely with wholesale partners to develop market-specific objectives and effectively implement field sales programs. The Manager, Premium will spend 3-4 days per week actively engaged in the market alongside their respective wholesaler teams, driving key initiatives on-premise, off-premise, and in retail locations, while dedicating one day per week to planning and coordinating activities from a home office. This position carries a competitive salary range of $104,800 to $124,450, complemented by bonus and long-term incentive opportunities.

Within this role, you will be deeply involved in managing and executing strategies that elevate premium brands such as Michelob ULTRA, Stella Artois, and Cutwater Spirits. You will leverage Anheuser-Busch’s advanced operating environment (AOE) programs and sales enablement tools like EDGE, IRIS, and BEES to enhance program execution and drive impactful consumer engagement. Additionally, you will build and maintain strong relationships with wholesaler management and regional teams, facilitate efficient communication and collaboration between commercial teams and distributors, and provide actionable market insights to support overall commercial strategies. Your leadership will be key in identifying market opportunities relating to sales, distribution, retail display, pricing, and promotional activities. You will be accountable for managing ordering systems, quality control, pricing strategies, and point-of-sale material usage to ensure optimal brand presentation and consumer engagement.

If you bring a passion for the beverage and alcohol industry, a deep knowledge of craft beer and brewing processes, strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills, and excellent communication abilities, then this is a compelling opportunity to join one of America’s most respected beverage companies. Anheuser-Busch is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where your strengths are valued, and your career potential is unleashed. They offer a dynamic, fast-paced working environment with benefits that include health coverage, retirement savings plans with company match, parental leave, disability protection, and unique company perks like free beer.

This role is based in the Las Vegas, Nevada market and requires someone willing to be physically present within retail locations and at late-night activations, with regular travel involved. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of marketing or sales experience in the beverage or alcohol industry, two or more years managing wholesaler relationships, and demonstrated success in driving sales growth through strategic execution and collaboration. A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field is highly preferred. Certifications such as Certified Beer Server or Certified Cicerone are a plus. Proficiency in business intelligence and sales tools like VIP iDig, IRI, BIR, Power BI, Microsoft PowerPoint, and Excel will enable you to build compelling sell-in stories and present market analyses effectively.

Joining Anheuser-Busch means becoming part of a team that is constantly dreaming bigger and striving to create a future filled with more cheers. If you’re ready to contribute your passion, knowledge, and strategic abilities in an industry-leading company, this Manager, Premium role presents a prime opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the beverage market while advancing your professional career.