Spirits manufacturer scaling production and distribution operations globally
Sazerac operates a large-scale spirits manufacturing and distribution business across bourbon, whiskey, vodka, gin, tequila, and rum. The company is mid-migration from on-premise Oracle ERP to Oracle Cloud ERP by 2028, while actively addressing manufacturing bottlenecks and distribution efficiency. Sales hiring (138 open roles) far outpaces engineering (24), reflecting a sales-led growth strategy focused on account development and retail placement rather than product innovation.
Notable leadership hires: Line Lead, Warehouse Lead
Sazerac Company manufactures and distributes premium spirits globally from its Louisville, Kentucky headquarters, operating across the United States and internationally. Founded in 1850, the company operates a vertically integrated supply chain encompassing production, logistics, and direct-to-retail sales. The active project list centers on distribution programs, cost optimization, and manufacturing process improvements—including new product development and capex procurement strategy. Current pain points cluster around maximizing volume for core brands, reducing bottling inefficiencies, and improving distribution channel performance.
Core systems: Oracle ERP, Oracle Fusion, SAP, ServiceNow, Power BI, Cognos, Coupa (procurement), Ivalua (sourcing), WMS, and AS/400 legacy systems. Marketing/social: Meta, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter. Currently adopting Oracle Cloud ERP with planned completion by 2028.
Key initiatives: implementation of Oracle Cloud ERP by 2028, distribution merchandising and retail promotional programs, new product development, cost-saving projects, and capex procurement strategy. Manufacturing focus areas include reducing bottling inefficiencies and optimizing production volume for core brands.
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