DIR, STRATEGY & FINANCE - CUTWATER

Dreaming big is in our DNA. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?

Salary: $133,600-$167,000

Location: San Diego, CA (Miramar)

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At Cutwater Spirits, we are explorers, charting the course with adventure in mind. We meticulously distill our award‑winning portfolio of spirits including whiskeys, vodka, gin, rums, tequilas and liqueurs and incorporate them into our canned lineup. We believe our people are our greatest asset, and we’re looking for passionate people like you to join our journey of working hard while having fun. Are you ready to join our dauntless crew here in San Diego and beyond?

Role Summary

The Director of Strategy and Finance is responsible for managing the delivery of company‑defined strategic initiatives and financial activities of the Cutwater business. The role works independently under broad guidance from the General Manager and is vital to the continued growth of Cutwater Spirits, a priority Megabrand in the US.

Job Responsibilities

• Own the national FP&A routine for Cutwater Spirits, including the monthly forecasting process, performance reviews, risk and opportunity tracking, and the path to EBITDA delivery. Lead the annual 1YP/3YP planning cycle, building the roadmap to top‑ and bottom‑line targets.
• Serve as the finance lead for Cutwater’s local supply and operations organization, working hand‑in‑hand with the Director of Operations and broader Operations and Logistics teams. Build and maintain visibility on operations finance KPIs, support capacity and expansion planning, and ensure supply chain decisions are grounded in rigorous financial analysis.
• Partner with the home market commercial team to drive performance and support key initiatives. Support national commercial and sales strategy by partnering with Beyond Beer sales on portfolio prioritization, guiding RevMan on US Cutwater revenue management, supporting innovation pipeline development, and tracking S & M spend and CORES delivery.
• Own ad hoc analyses for the GM, SLT and Beyond Beer BU Leadership Team on priority Cutwater projects, ensuring tracking and monitoring for each business‑critical project and conducting regular performance reviews.
• Embrace and fulfill the core values and culture of Cutwater Spirits.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Proven organizational, communication, and leadership ability.
• Analytical and modeling skills with the ability to communicate complex ideas and data sets graphically.
• Ability to craft concise recommendations based on thorough business and market analysis.
• Not afraid to ‘roll your sleeves up’ and work with details as well as the big picture.
• High intellectual curiosity combined with a results‑driven mindset and high emotional intelligence.
• Highly self‑motivated with the ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects and initiatives.
• Strong problem‑solving skills such as prioritization, critical thinking and hypothesis development.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, and the ability to convey clear and concise thoughts and ideas.
• Ability to combine strong quantitative skills with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to think pragmatically and drive execution of concepts.
• Innovative thinking and vision.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong prioritization and decision‑making skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and other office‑related software.
• Proficient in PowerBI or comparable data visualization tools.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Statistics, Economics, Math, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6+ years of experience post‑degree.
• Experience in Management Consulting, Investment Banking, or Corporate Strategy within a CPG company preferred.

Benefits

• Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness, and Tax‑Advantaged Savings and Spending Accounts.
• Life Insurance and Disability Income Protection.
• Generous Parental Leave and FMLA policies.
• 401(k) retirement savings with company matching contribution.
• Opportunity to work in a fast‑paced environment among owners.
• Great perks, including product samples.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.