District Sales Manager, Northern Florida

North Florida District Sales Manager, Far Niente Wine Estates

Founded in Oakville, California in 1885 and restored in 1979, Far Niente is consistently recognized as a benchmark producer of Napa Valley Chardonnay and Oakville Estate Cabernet Sauvignon. Join our Company which is rich in history and stature. Our team is expanding to support our growing portfolio. Working within a defined market, the North Florida District Sales Manager will oversee sales operations to ensure the attainment of established sales goals, and distributor objectives.

You will be successful in this role while performing these essential responsibilities:· Provide sales management and coverage within the Northern Florida geographic market. · Build upon existing current distributor and key account relationships to gain access and exposure. · Maintain up to date knowledge on competitor information, product placement and market trends to set up pricing and sales programs that drive sales. · Assist Regional Manager in developing and managing sales incentives and support programs to ensure achievement of annual objectives.· Work to strengthen existing relationships and develop new distribution for all brands in key accounts. Our organizational culture is built upon a strong foundation of shared commitments: · Takes ownership of job responsibilities through focus, determination, and attention to detail. Works to elevate the performance of their team. · Works as a member of a highly functioning team. Maintains professional and respectful dialogue with peers to collaboratively identify positive outcome. Communicates regularly and provides support and mentorship. · Displays trust in their actions, having the confidence to know that we are all working for the benefit of each other. · Creates an environment where their team is encouraged to bring forward ideas for improvement and ways to increase efficiency. Is personally open to new ideas, respectful debate, and positive change. · Strives to elevate their performance and that of their team. Is nimble to the changing needs and priorities of the organization. · Represents the organization professionally through effective communication and follow through. Serves as a role model for their peers and colleagues, values difference and strives for understanding. · Shows care and responsibility for the resources that have been provided to them and aids in our efforts for social responsibility and being environmentally conscious. · Demonstrates integrity, honesty, and fairness in their interactions, working towards achieving personal achievement rather than public attention. · Assists their team in achieving the best outcomes. Demonstrates pride and provides relevant expectations and accountability. You will be qualified for this role if you met these requirements: · 5 years distributor, wholesale, or supplier related wine sales experience with a proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales and distribution goals.· Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in a related field or equivalent. · Strong knowledge of industry and the Florida market. · Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and capable of adopting new technology and software.· Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate professionally and effectively in person, on the phone, electronically, or through other means to individuals and groups.· Clean DMV record.· Ability to stand, walk, sit, climb stairs, balance and kneel.· Ability to lift and carry 45 pounds.· Must reside in the market assigned. More about our Story: A dedication to winemaking in its highest form, paired with a focus on house style, vineyard ownership, social responsibility and legendary hospitality, has established Far Niente as one of the world's great wine estates and provided the foundation for growth of our other varietals. Over the years, five exceptional wineries have been proudly added to the Far Niente Family of Wineries and Vineyards: Established in 1989, Dolce is the only American winery dedicated to producing a single late harvest wine. Our second Oakville winery, Nickel & Nickel, focuses on 100-percent varietal, single-vineyard wines from some of Napa Valley’s finest vineyard appellations. In 2007, we launched EnRoute, which is committed to crafting focused, textured Pinot Noir from the Russian River Valley. Bella Union specializes in creating a single Cabernet Sauvignon from carefully selected Napa Valley vineyards. And our latest launch, Post and Beam, represents craftsmanship, tradition, legacy and purity in winemaking. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.