SALES DISTRICT MANAGER - NORTH FL & SAN DIEGO

Job Description: Our Sales Footprint is growing… and so is our Leadership team. Join Far Niente Wine Estates, regarded as the leader in luxury wine production, as a Sales District Manager. We are currently placing experienced individuals with established sales relationships in the Northern Florida and San Diego Markets. 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. Our District Managers work within a defined market and 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 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. Represent a luxury quality wine portfolio with pride. 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 outcomes. 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 meet 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 the industry in the assigned 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr