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Delicato Family Wines

Pacific Zone Manager - Transcendent

Delicato Family Wines, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199


Position Purpose

Acting in collaboration with the Delicato Sales, Trade and Customer teams, the Zone Manager - Transcendent is responsible for the total performance across assigned zone and is responsible to lead and achieve business plans within that zone in conjunction with Delicato Sales. This position is responsible to lead the implementation and execution of strategic sales initiatives, working & collaborating with the Delicato Sales Team, and driving wholesalers to deliver the annual plan.

Functional Responsibility

Manages and monitors day-to-day operations and team performance to ensure smooth workflows and that company standards are met

Manages company culture and holds self, peers, and direct reports accountable for demonstrating a constructive company culture through influential, personal behavior and actions; encourages strong work ethic and fosters an environment of trust and respect

Develops and aligns individual goals with the department's operational goals; ensures that decisions, actions, and priorities are aligned with the company's vision, mission, and strategies

Researches best practices, stays abreast of industry trends, and maintains awareness of regulatory changes to ensure compliance and continually improve operations

Assists in preparing the departmental budget, monitors spending, and directs team in cost-effective operations to ensure adherence to financial objectives

Monitors performance and regularly communicates with direct reports to achieve mutual understanding and desired results

Partners with immediate manager to determine staffing needs; attracts, motivates, and retains a workforce with the appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities to achieve goals and objectives

Provides employees with a safe, healthy, and rewarding work environment; ensures delivery and completion of monthly safety topics

Communicates and supports change initiatives and decisions in an effective manner to successfully guide team through change

Fosters a work environment that encourages creative thinking, promotes flexibility, and drives innovation

Addresses employee issues, concerns, and complaints in an objective and confidential manner; notifies HR Business Partner and keeps immediate manager informed as appropriate

Ensures compliance and consistent application of company policies, initiatives, and decisions

Coaches, guides, and develops direct reports; fully engages in the GPS (Performance Management) process; provides high-quality feedback, and ensures proper GPS documentation of employee performance, recognition, and deficiencies

Essential Duties

Accountable with the Delicato Sales team in the achievement of shipment and depletion plans, and market penetration in all channels of business

Supports wholesaler’s sales efforts in the trade through market field sales work

Develops relationships in the trade with Top Tier Accounts in all classes of trade within assigned zone

Identifies high payoff strategies and prioritizes regional team and wholesaler efforts consistent with the organization’s goals

Assigns responsibilities, delegates and empowers others, removes obstacles; coordinates work efforts when necessary; monitors wholesaler performance (depletions, shipments, pricing, accounts sold)

Works with winery partners to plan, prepare and execute market visits and blitzes, per established standards

Communicates brand pricing guidelines for store level execution

Develops new product launches/kickoffs and wholesaler sales education as appropriate

Assists Delicato and Transcendent Directors National Sales, Division Sales Managers and Regional Sales Managers in developing sales and financial forecasts for region; communicates objectives to regional team and/or wholesaler partners

Submits required reports and expenses in a timely manner, meets all prescribed deadlines

Develops and manages implementation of new distribution / volume increase strategies for key brands

Identifies, grows and maintains key trade/account relationships

Develops and communicates programming, promotion, and pricing for the portfolio

Manages and communicates the Zone’s allocations of the Transcendent Portfolio to ensure plan achievement

Submits required reports and expenses in a timely manner, meets all prescribed deadlines

Responsible for managing activities in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations

Coordinates and utilizes all promotional and marketing materials with sales team and wholesaler

Responsible for wholesaler education on company and products through effective training meetings and materials

Displays vision and a keen sense of the future; seeks new business/distribution opportunities

Other duties may be assigned

Non-Essential Duties

Other duties may be assigned

Minimum Requirements

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in Business Administration, Sales and Marketing, or related field

7+ years of combined wine supplier (preferably fine wine) and/or wholesaler management experience selling wine, building brands, and conducting customer calls

3+ years of experience managing direct reports and/or wholesalers

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrated leadership, knowledge and a successful track record of achieving results in the wine industry

Market and wholesaler knowledge; excellent communication, presentation, customer service, organizational, and negotiation skills

Thorough knowledge of the wine industry, including: competitive brands, sales and market trends, viticultural and vinification practices and channel marketing

Intermediate to advanced skillset with MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), and the ability to navigate the Internet/Intranet and use reporting tools for effective business management and development

Certificates and Licenses

Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and vehicle required with an acceptable driving record

Working Conditions

Requires ability to travel frequently and flexibility in schedule to work evenings and weekends as needed

This is a remote position that requires working from home

Required to drive automotive vehicle or equipment

Occasionally may be required to lift and carry cases of wine

May need to determine color, taste and smell of wine using eyes, tongue, and nose

May be exposed to weather-related temperature & humidity extremes

Work Standards

Acts in a manner reflective of the Company culture of High Moral Standards, Innovation and Continuous Evolution, Trust in Team, Continuous Improvement, and Sustainable Relationships

Communicates, interacts, and works effectively with others; receptive to feedback and coaching; voices concerns in a constructive manner

Demonstrates commitment to safety first; communicates safety concerns; promotes a safe work environment based on established safety standards and training

Follows all Company policies and procedures

Additional Comments

Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

California Pay Transparency Disclaimer: This is a Exempt position. The pay range for this position is $100,157.52 to $156,787.44. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role. Actual placement within range will be contingent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, education, experience, internal equity and alignment with market data.

Delicato Family Wines offers its employees a generous and comprehensive benefits package. The core health insurance components include medical, dental and vision, where Delicato covers nearly the entire cost for employees and a large percentage for dependents. Additional health benefits include life, disability and flexible spending accounts. Other benefits include 401(k) with generous company match, discretionary profit sharing, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, wine & merchandise discounts, tuition reimbursement, gym discounts & many more

Delicato Family Wines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Nearest Major Market:

San FranciscoNearest Secondary Market:

OaklandJob Segment:

Marketing Manager, Channel Marketing, Equity, Manager, Field Sales, Marketing, Finance, Management, Sales

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