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Build your career at Sazerac! With almost 400 years of rich history, Sazerac Company has thrived as an independent, American family-owned company with operations in the United States and around the world. Since the 2000s, Sazerac has averaged double digit growth every year! Sazerac Company produces and markets the most award-winning bourbons and whiskeys in the world, including Buffalo Trace, Pappy Van Winkle, Eagle Rare, Blanton’s, Traveller, and Sazerac Rye. Additionally, Sazerac owns many popular brands across a range of spirits, including Fireball, Svedka, Wheatley, BuzzBallz, Southern Comfort, Seagram’s V.O., Myers’s, Goldschläger, Parrot Bay, 99 Brand, and Platinum Vodka.

We’re proud of our award-winning culture and distilleries. Our Louisville office has been named one of the “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” four times, and our Buffalo Trace Distillery has earned the title of “world’s most award-winning distillery” through the dedication of our craftsmen for well over 200 years. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced professional, Sazerac provides extraordinary opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting, entrepreneurial industry.

Thank you for your interest in JVL, our newest facility in the Sazerac manufacturing network and located in Jeffersonville, IN. Founded on the principles of servant leadership and continuous improvement our entire plant team works tirelessly to accomplish our vision:

Build the most efficient, flexible, and engaged plant and team in the Sazerac Manufacturing Network.

We are in search of talented individuals who have a strong desire to develop and hone technically sound manufacturing processes while seizing the opportunity to own their career and personal development. Your drive and determination combined with our passion for people will ensure we win as a team. 

The Sazerac Company, established in 1850, is a leading North American spirits supplier, and owner of many of the industry’s most venerable distilling companies – Buffalo Trace Distillery, Barton 1792 Distillery, The Glenmore Distillery, and A. Smith Bowman Distillery.  In 2014, Sazerac was awarded one of the spirits industry’s highest honors – Distiller of the Year by the International Wine & Spirits Competition.

Shift: Monday-Friday

Hours: 4pm-12:30am

Location: Onsite - Jeffersonville

The Assistant Distribution Manager will be responsible for overseeing distribution operations according to standards set by federal, state and local agencies and company policy. You will be verifying all inbound and outbound shipments, managing distribution warehouse logistics and inventory, directing daily work. This role will also submit all invoices to be processed, print BOL and manifest for deliveries; communicate with wholesalers and customers to ensure all outbound shipments are processed in a timely matter.

What You'll Do:

• Lead and develop team members by providing coaching, performance feedback, and training that supports a high-performing, engaged team. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize productivity through data analysis and process improvements. Develop and implement corrective action plans to drive measurable performance results.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives by creating, implementing, and maintaining standard operating procedures that enhance consistency and operational excellence. Evaluate key performance metrics to identify trends and improve overall distribution center performance.
• Drive Warehouse Management System (WMS) adoption by supporting training, system enhancements, and process optimization. Monitor operational metrics to improve shipping accuracy, reduce product damage, and strengthen inventory control.
• Promote a safe and compliant work environment by leading safety initiatives, reinforcing OSHA, food safety, quality, and environmental standards, and implementing preventive measures to reduce workplace incidents.

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• Bachelors Degree
• 3-10 years relevant experience
• Ability to communicate with all levels of an org
• Experience in a fast paced environment, strong analytical and technical skills, working knowledge of MS Office Products (Word, Excel and Outlook)

• Strong planning and organizational skills
• Experience in Alcohol Beverage Industry or CPG overall

• Ability to operate Industrial equipment as required
• Ability to pick up and/or move objects up to 50 pounds without assistance, and work near moving mechanical parts
• Noise level at work station is loud (metal can manufacturing, large earth moving equipment)

Sazerac Company offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, 401K, paid time off, and more. These benefits may vary depending on location and work type. Learn more about how we support our employees here.

Sazerac is committed to equality of opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

What's Next?

After you apply, a recruiter will review your application and reach out to qualified candidates. Selected candidates will follow our interview process, which may include a phone screen, hiring manager interview, and panel interviews with business leaders. There may be additional steps or assessments throughout the process dependent on the position. Applicants who are not selected to move through the process, at any stage, will be notified via email.

Need assistance throughout your application or interview process? Email talentacquisition@sazerac.com.