Location: Irvine, CA, US

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, Beefeater® Gin, and Avión™ Tequila, 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. Here, 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 California is $61,776.00 to $77,220.00. The range will vary if 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. 

Position Summary

Your primary responsibility will be to provide administrative support to the Gemini Division, enabling these field sales departments to grow our brands and our business ahead of target and ahead of the competition. You will establish and foster relationships that will drive this success.

Major Responsibilities / Accountabilities                                       

Responsible for all administrative duties supporting the Gemini Division Commercial teamProvides full administrative support to the Division Vice President (DVP) of the Gemini (West) divisionPrimary responsibilities include travel arrangements, calendar management, expense account filing and tracking, meeting planningManages and tracks DVP’s staff meetings follow up and action items. Ensure completionOffice Manager for Regional office include office upkeep, lead POC for building, ordering supplies, submitting office invoices, coordinating samplesResponsible for representing the DVP leaders in company communications (i.e.: phone/mail/email, company notes, holiday cards, etc.)Coordinate and manage divisional and team meetings. Meeting planning requires hotel and venue contract negotiation and management of budget, Includes coordination and logistics planningMaintains key dates on master calendar for the leadership teams:  Division Meetings, additional department meetings, customers  and/or distributor meetings, Talent Calibration, CODI planning and review meetings and project meetingsFoster Gemini culture by organizing happy hours / celebrations and other team-building opportunitiesHost and resources for all out-of-town internal guest and external visitorsCoordinates administration of IT needs (new phones, computer equipment, office access etc)Monitor system for new tools to enhance leader’s effectivenessReservation of office and conference room spaceHost and resource for guests to Division OfficeAssist with new hire training and orientation

Nature & Scope

Position typically works with all levels of managers and employees of PRUSA, providing information as directed by executiveCommunication can include sensitive information, requiring complete confidentiality and discretion in dealings with contactsIncumbent plans activities for this position weekly with individual initiative in daily routineDecisions may impact the departmental leadership and organization as a wholeErrors in judgment may cause expense to the organization

Key requirements

- Education:

Bachelor’s Degree preferred, advanced training in MS-Office preferred

- Experience and Background:

Requires 5+ years of previous experience, supporting multiple individuals and/or groups in a fast-paced environmentBeverage alcohol or other CPG experience preferred

- Required Skills/Competencies:

A successful individual will demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as outstanding aptitude for time managementDetail orientation, interpersonal awareness, as well as proficiencies in problem-solving are key competencies for success​

Working Conditions     

Work is performed in a typical office environment, with moderate demands for movement and lifting.Normal visual acuity required for correspondence and computer terminal usage.Occasional overnight travel required (<5%).

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 hybrid or remote 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 your talent acquisition manager. 

Job Posting End Date:

Target Hire Date:

2024-10-01

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