NP

Nemanja Pejović

Available to hire

I’m a senior marketing and commercial operations leader with over a decade of experience in FMCG and spirits, focusing on Montenegro and regional markets.

About

I’m a senior marketing and commercial operations leader with over a decade of experience in FMCG and spirits, focusing on Montenegro and regional markets. I specialize in building multi-brand portfolios, channel strategies, ROI-driven HoReCa activations, and cross-functional execution across Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Trade. I’m skilled at budgeting, trade investments, key account negotiations, and stakeholder leadership, delivering measurable growth through data-informed decisions and strong partnerships. In every role I’ve led with clarity, accountability, and collaboration—from national campaigns to regional initiatives. I thrive on turning market insights into practical plans, optimizing spend, and coaching teams to perform at their best while building long-lasting relationships with trade partners and suppliers.

  • 16 years' experience
  • Joined March 2026

Skills· 2

Languages

  • EnglishFluent

Industry experience

  • Consumer Goods
  • Retail
  • Manufacturing
  • Professional Services
  • Media & Entertainment

Work experience· 6 roles

Senior Manager, Commercial & Sales Operations · G3 Spirits MontenegroMay 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 7 mos

Lead a 15-member cross-functional team (Marketing and Sales) to develop and execute Annual Commercial Plans and Annual Marketing/Brand Plans, align strategy and execution, and drive revenue, volume, profit, and market share targets across HoReCa, Retail, Wholesale, and Key Accounts. Implement structured forecasting, reporting, and performance management; deliver monthly/quarterly updates and corrective actions. Manage TradeX and trade investments across channels to optimize promo ROI and minimize leakage. Define commercial terms and lead negotiations with top Key Accounts (Retail: Voli, IDEA, Laković, Domaća Trgovina; Wholesale: top 40 partners) and suppliers. Lead HoReCa investment plans with ROI logic, overseeing spend above €250,000. Build national sales routes and CRM operations for 2,000+ outlets. Coordinate regional campaigns within G3 Spirits and manage end-to-end agency briefs and post-campaign evaluation. Maintain strong relationships with trade, marketing, and 3rd-party s

Brand Manager Local and Premium Brands · Molson Coors MontenegroJul 2020 – Apr 2024 · 3 yrs 10 mos

Led strategic planning and execution for Molson Coors brands in Montenegro, aligning with annual operating plan (AOP) and media strategy. Managed end-to-end brand portfolio across 9 brands (local and international), including Nikšićko and Jelen beer with >50% market share, and international brands (Stella Artois, Bavaria, Leffe, Hoegaarden) with ~7% combined market share. Delivered integrated campaigns across ATL/BTL, POSM, events and sponsorships, PR, and packaging initiatives. Directed creative, media, and digital agencies—briefing, implementation, cost control, and performance reporting. Collaborated cross-functionally with Insights, Innovation, Media, Sales, Finance, Logistics, Legal, and Packaging; coordinated regional market activities. Led major initiatives such as packaging changes, VBI implementation, and national promotions, with regular performance reporting and market insights tracking.

Marketing & Sales Manager · Molson Coors MontenegroNov 2017 – Jan 2020 · 2 yrs 3 mos

Led local marketing team and supported regional activities, owning brand management and corporate identity standards across all touchpoints. Coordinated integrated campaigns with Sales to drive sell-out across HoReCa, Retail, Wholesale. Managed full marketing budget, planning, allocation, and ROI control per brand/principal. Monitored ON/OFF trade investments for efficiency and compliance; managed CRM software for segmentation and activations. Planned online and print campaigns; developed materials with design/print agencies; led agency pitches and briefs; ensured on-time delivery. Delivered structured performance reporting for campaigns, investments, KPIs, and stakeholder updates.

Brand Manager · Brown Forman / William Grant and SonsJan 2015 – Dec 2017 · 3 yrs
Marketing & Sales ManagerNov 2011 – Jan 2015 · 3 yrs 3 mos
Public Notary Office Administrator · Public Notary OfficeJan 2010 – Nov 2013 · 3 yrs 11 mos

Education

BSc Degree: Marketing, Management & PR · University Mediterranean2030 – 2026

Certifications and awards· 8

TOEFL Course2030 – 2026
Oxford English Course – Level IX2030 – 2026
ECDL Licence2030 – 2026
Business English Course2030 – 2026

Hire Nemanja Pejović today

Post a job and invite Nemanja, or contact them directly. No hidden commission.

Post a job