Christian Bräunert

Head of 3rd Party Business at STOCK SPIRITS | Distribution Strategy, Partner Management & Business Development

Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany

About

Mit über mehreren Jahren Berufserfahrung im Bereich Spirituosen- und Markenmanagement bringe ich eine fundierte Expertise in Vertriebsführung, kommerzieller Strategie und der Betreuung internationaler Partner ein. Bei STOCK SPIRITS GmbH & Co. KG leite ich als Head of 3rd Party Business ein engagiertes Team, das sich auf nachhaltiges Wachstum und exzellente Markenumsetzung konzentriert. Meine Mission ist es, starke Beziehungen zu globalen Partnern aufzubauen, um den Erfolg der importierten Marken im deutschen Markt zu sichern. In meiner aktuellen Rolle fokussiere ich mich auf die Entwicklung und Umsetzung von kommerziellen Strategien, die Leitung von Prognosen und die Optimierung von Marketing- und Vertriebsprozessen. Gemeinsam mit meinem Team und externen Partnern treiben wir den Erfolg des internationalen Portfolios voran, indem wir starke Markenstrategien etablieren und operative Exzellenz sicherstellen. Meine Leidenschaft liegt in der Förderung von Markenwachstum und der Schaffung nachhaltiger Geschäftsmöglichkeiten.

Experience

  • STOCK SPIRITS GmbH & Co. KG (Hamburg, Hamburg, Deutschland · On-site)
    • Head of 3rd Party Business
      Jul 2025 - Present · 1 yr

      Leading the 3rd Party Business Unit responsible for all international partner brands within Stock Spirits Germany. Full P&L ownership and leadership of the commercial and marketing teams driving sustainable growth across the imported spirits portfolio. - Managing strategic relationships with global partners and overseeing all business development activities. - Responsible for commercial strategy, marketing execution, and operational excellence. - Leading forecasting, budgeting, and performance management to ensure profitability and market expansion. - Aligning cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to deliver strong market execution and long-term brand success.

    • Teamlead 3rd Party Business
      Dec 2024 - Jul 2025 · 8 mos

  • Senior Brand Manager, Germany at Proximo Spirits
    Mar 2022 - Dec 2024 · 2 yrs 10 mos

    Led marketing strategy and brand activation for a portfolio of global premium spirits brands including Bushmills, Proper No. Twelve, The Kraken, and Jose Cuervo. Managed all brand activities in Germany in close alignment with HQ and the local distributor. - Developed and executed 360° marketing campaigns and launch strategies. - Oversaw distributor management and ensured consistent brand execution in line with global positioning. - Managed marketing budgets, performance KPIs, and ROI tracking. - Drove consumer engagement and visibility across trade and digital channels. Brands: Bushmills - Irish Whiskey Proper No. Twelve - Irish Whiskey The Sexton - Irish Whiskey The Kraken - Black spiced Rum Maestro Dobel - Tequila 1800 - Tequila Jose Cuervo - Tequila

  • GIN SUL (3 yrs 5 mos)
    • Field Marketing Manager On Trade - Deutschland
      Apr 2021 - Mar 2022 · 1 yr

      Comprehensive start-up experience within a premium craft spirits company, combining hands-on sales leadership and strategic brand development. Responsible for sales performance, team management, and KPI-driven growth in brand visibility and distribution across Northern Germany. - Led regional sales teams and implemented go-to-market strategies to increase market share. - Managed key on-trade and off-trade accounts, achieving strong sales growth and brand penetration. - Developed digital sales and e-commerce initiatives to expand the brand’s reach. - Executed field marketing and brand activation programs to strengthen customer engagement.

    • E-Commerce Manager
      Feb 2019 - May 2021 · 2 yrs 4 mos

    • Teamlead Sales - Nord-Deutschland
      Aug 2019 - Mar 2021 · 1 yr 8 mos

  • Student Brand Manager at Mast-Jägermeister SE
    Oct 2013 - Oct 2018 · 5 yrs 1 mo

  • Internship Event-Marketing, Sportsponsoring at Anheuser-Busch InBev
    Mar 2017 - Aug 2017 · 6 mos