News Summary
Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits has announced a new beverage division following its acquisition of Anheuser-Busch’s distribution operations in New York City. This division will manage distribution across multiple boroughs, including Manhattan and Queens, and handle Anheuser-Busch’s full product range. The company aims to enhance service quality and maintain workforce stability during this transition. With the appointment of a new senior vice president and a focus on collaborative growth, Southern Glazer’s is poised to address the evolving demands of the beverage market in this key region.
New York
Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits has announced plans to launch a new beverage division in New York City following its acquisition of Anheuser-Busch’s distribution operations. The deal, revealed on August 20, will result in the formation of the Southern Glazer’s Beverage Company of New York, which will oversee the distribution in Manhattan, Queens, Staten Island, and the Bronx.
With this acquisition, Southern Glazer’s will handle Anheuser-Busch’s entire product range in New York City. This includes various popular beer brands, rapidly growing spirits-based ready-to-drink (RTD) products, as well as the new Phorm Energy line. The move signifies a strategic expansion into a key market for Southern Glazer’s, reflecting the company’s commitment to enhancing its portfolio and service capabilities.
Devyn Dugger has been appointed as the senior vice president to lead the new beverage division. He brings more than 20 years of experience within the Anheuser-Busch independent beer wholesaler network. His previous positions include president and equity agreement manager at Ohio Eagle Distributing, where he gained substantial expertise in the beverage distribution field.
Company Perspectives
The expansion into New York City is seen as a significant opportunity for Southern Glazer’s, with Wayne Chaplin, president and CEO of Southern Glazer’s, expressing enthusiasm for the synergies that this merger will create with Anheuser-Busch. He emphasized the intention to welcome all current employees from Anheuser-Busch into the Southern Glazer’s team, thereby maintaining a stable workforce through this transition.
Mark Chaplin, president of commercial sales at Southern Glazer’s, introduced the idea that the company’s extensive knowledge of the New York City market will foster collaborative growth in the beverage segment. This plan aims to enhance distribution strategies and improve service quality for customers in the region.
Partnership Context
The deal has garnered positive remarks from Anheuser-Busch officials as well. Brendan Whitworth, CEO of Anheuser-Busch, noted that Southern Glazer’s embodies the values of a family-owned business, which aligns closely with Anheuser-Busch’s commitment to developing collaborative partnerships. Further, Simon Wuestenberg, chief sales officer at Anheuser-Busch, expressed confidence that this partnership will bring about enhanced services for both retail customers and consumers alike.
Operational Details and Future Plans
The acquisition is anticipated to be completed later in 2023. Southern Glazer’s has confirmed that all existing employees in the Bronx will be retained, and the company will continue to utilize the existing Bronx distribution facility for its operations. This approach demonstrates a focus on employee retention and operational stability during the acquisition process.
Overall, the establishment of Southern Glazer’s Beverage Company of New York marks a significant milestone in the beverage distribution landscape, offering robust product offerings and strategic market expertise aimed at meeting consumer demand in one of the country’s largest cities. As Southern Glazer’s integrates Anheuser-Busch’s operations, the company positions itself to adapt to the evolving market dynamics of the beverage industry.
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