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Brown-Forman

Produces and sells whiskey, vodka, wine

Brand Ambassador - Scotch Single Malt Portfolio

Brand & Creative MarketingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A minimum of 3 years of professional experience in a related field, with a strong background in hospitality, marketing, or brand advocacy.
  • A robust, established network within the Japanese hospitality and spirits industry.
  • Exceptional technical knowledge of the global single malt whisky world, including production methods, regions, and trends.
  • Fluency in written and spoken Japanese and business-level English.
  • Strong understanding of the Japanese alcohol market and its bartending industry.
  • Ability to build and maintain strong, influential relationships.
  • A keen interest and passion for the on-trade, single malt whisky, and cocktail culture.
  • A strong sense of ownership and pride, with the ability to proactively propose ideas and strategic plans.
  • Ability to communicate complex information clearly and deliver compelling presentations.
  • Proven ability to train and educate diverse audiences effectively.
  • Practical experience working as a bartender.
  • Commitment to compliance and corporate social responsibility, and understanding and embodiment of Brown-Forman's company values.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the portfolio authority on GlenDronach, Benriach, The Balvenie, and Glenfiddich, sharing in-depth knowledge of each brand's history, production techniques, and category trends with trade partners, distributors, media, consumers, and the sales team.
  • Implement and manage distinct brand education platforms and tools, particularly for premium Scotch single malts.
  • Lead local advocacy activities for the Scotch Single Malt portfolio, including event activations, brand sponsorships, trade shows, and whisky-focused events.
  • Lead the Bar Swapping and Guest Shift program across Japan and cultivate relationships within the on-premise community.
  • Build and maintain relationships with top-tier trade representatives, communities, and organizations to increase portfolio visibility.
  • Use market insights to build memorable, long-term connections between the brands and customers and consumers.
  • Conduct training for internal teams, distributor and trade staff, and consumers; lead masterclasses; and participate in bar and trade shows, using storytelling to increase brand consideration.
  • Partner with the Brand Team on drink strategy, including developing cocktails and proposing drink formats relevant to single malts.
  • Provide hands-on commercial and sales support for activations in key cities and outlets, potentially attending sales negotiations with the sales team.
  • Collect market insights, trends, and competitor activity to inform trade and marketing plans.
  • Develop monthly social media content aligned with brand priorities, current activities, and drink strategies for the Scotch Single Malt portfolio.
  • Create brand presentations, cocktail recipes and cards, and point-of-sale materials.
  • Manage daily administrative tasks, including sample shipments and reporting.

About the Company

Brown-Forman

Produces and sells whiskey, vodka, wine

Brown-Forman is a major American-owned spirits and wine company that sells well-known brands such as Jack Daniel's, Woodford Reserve, Old Forester, Tequila Herradura, Finlandia vodka, and Korbel wine. It operates by producing and marketing a portfolio of branded alcoholic beverages that are distributed worldwide, in more than 160 countries. The company's products are sold under multiple label brands across categories like whiskey, tequila, vodka, liqueur, and wine, supported by global marketing, distribution, and responsibility programs. Brown-Forman differentiates itself through its large, diverse brand portfolio, extensive global reach, and focus on responsible consumption and community involvement. Its goal is to maintain leadership in the global spirits and wine market, grow shareholder value, and promote responsible drinking and sustainability across its operations.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Louisville, KY
Founded
1870

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