District Manager - Massachusetts & Rhode Island

The duties and responsibilities of the position include the following (other duties may be assigned as needed):85% focus on account management / 10% focus on distributor management / 5% administrativeMaintain a key account list and develop personal relationships with key buyers/owners and managersWork with local distributors and Kobrand suppliers to sell brand to retailersPropose and conduct on/off premise promotional eventsConduct wine tastings and wine dinners for consumers/tradeReview monthly account performanceIdentify market trends and opportunities and propose action plans to supervisorManage individual quota for depletions, placements and qualitative effortsExperience and Qualifications:Minimum three years’ experience selling fine wines (Sommelier, Supplier, Distributor)Bachelor’s degree requiredMust possess a valid driver’s licenseMust have proven track record in developing new business, managing existing accounts, calling and maintaining business relationshipsMust have exceptional closing skills, strong verbal/written communication and organizational skillsPassion and knowledge of wine, wine regions and the wine industry (WSET, CSW a plus)Strong computer skills are a MUST (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Must be able to comfortably lift and carry up to 50 poundsMust be able to walk, stand, climb, balance, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel or crouch on a daily basisKobrand Corporation offers a competitive salary, a performance-based bonus and comprehensive benefits package.

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