Area Sales Manager – Retail

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Area Sales Manager for Delicato Family Wines driving sales and engaging with distributors in California. Fostering relationships for sales growth and operational adherence with ethical standards.

Responsibilities:

  • Promotes and sells all Delicato Family Wines brands to meet and/or exceed company sales quotas, while also identifying sources of new business opportunities
  • Develops and maintains strong relationships with distributor/ wholesaler partners, including overseeing inventories and program execution; works consistently with distributor/ wholesaler sales reps and managers to drive overall Delicato business
  • Schedules and leads effective distributor/ wholesaler meetings involving all levels of management; coordinates reporting against sales targets, delivers strategic sales presentations as required
  • Develops and maintains key account and target lists; develops relationships at top level accounts both individually as well as with the distributor/ wholesaler partners
  • Executes assigned programs as directed and, upon approval, introduces creative programs based on market needs and conditions
  • Works effectively and respectfully with colleagues, cross-functional teams, and external partners to achieve shared goals and drive results
  • Follows pricing policies that capitalize on market opportunities while delivering company profitability
  • Ensures that all business operations, policies, and practices adhere to applicable legal and regulatory requirements to minimize risk and maintain ethical standards
  • Conducts wine tastings, fund raisers, trade shows and other wine events for and with distributors/ wholesalers

Requirements:

  • Undergraduate degree (BA/BS) or equivalent education and/or experience
  • 1-3 years in wine or adjacent industry or consumer packaged goods; experience with managing distributor/ wholesaler relationships preferred
  • Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and vehicle required with an acceptable driving record
  • Proficient in Microsoft Suite Applications and able to utilize syndicated data resources

Benefits:

  • Delicato covers nearly the entire cost for employees and a large percentage for dependents
  • Additional health benefits include life, disability and flexible spending accounts
  • 401(k) with generous company match
  • Discretionary profit sharing
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Paid holidays
  • Wine & merchandise discounts
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Gym discounts & many more