3+ years of successful wine sales experience in supplier or distributor environments.
Current residency in North or South Carolina is mandatory; no relocation assistance offered.
Valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance required.
Must pass pre-employment background screening.
Responsibilities
Achieve sales goals by building relationships with on-premise customers and fine wine retailers.
Work independently and with wholesalers to drive sales and brand execution.
Serve as the primary liaison with distributor partners, delivering engaging sales presentations.
Conduct monthly consumer tastings and gather feedback from target accounts.
Maintain strong relationships with key independent and regional retailers and restaurants.
Monitor performance metrics and assist in adjusting business strategies as needed.
Manage distributor inventory to prevent stock issues and ensure marketing program execution.
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
Life Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401k Matching
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid holidays
Employee discounts on company products
Full Job Description
Illinois Area Sales Manager
SUMMARY The primary focus of the Illinois Area Sales Manager will be weekly account level engagement with the state's top wine retailers, restaurants, hotels, clubs and resorts. Successful candidates should have a track record of existing account-level relationships in this market, with preference given to candidates with a strong working relationship and record of value-added service with our wholesale partners at SGWS.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Achieve sales plan by cultivating and maintaining relationships with on-premise customers, as well as fine wine retailers.
Working independently and with wholesalers' key account managers and sales representatives "on the street," driving volumes and brand standard execution with each market's chains and independents in both on and off-premise.
Minimum days in-market expectation of 4 days per week
Serve as the winery's primary interface with our distributor partners. Candidates must be able to produce compelling and creative general sales meeting presentations to help educate our partners on our brands, upcoming marketing initiatives, new items, etc.
Conduct monthly consumer tastings in target accounts, and provide consumer feedback
A documented track record of success building relationships with key independent and regional retailers and restaurants is essential.
Communicate performance and program status, and assist in course correcting our business trends.
Conduct monthly meetings with individual sales teams, and participate in general sales meetings on a quarterly basis.
Manage distributor inventory levels to avoid out of stock issues and to ensure execution of major marketing programs and allocations.
Participate in trade and consumer tastings for our key accounts in the markets.
Conduct all duties in a professional, effective and efficient manner that meets the standards set forth in Cline's employment agreement.
ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES:
Assist to evaluate and execute company pricing parameters ensuring we are aligned with wines within our competitive set.
Travel and Expense Reports - must be submitted twice per month on the Cline Cellars Expense Report and within your allotted T&E budget.
Provide senior management with requested reports including on-going accomplishment recaps, targeted account updates, work-with schedules, etc.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree required.
Minimum of 3+ years of successful wine sales experience within a supplier or distributor environment in the Carolinas market.
Must currently reside in North or South Carolina. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
Valid driver's license and proof of automobile insurance required.
Must successfully pass pre-employment background screening.
Physical Demands
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs, bend, twist and squat on occasion.
Able to comfortably lift and move wine averaging 40 pounds per case.
Drive for two to three hours at a time.
BENEFITS & PERKS:
Medical, Dental, Vision
Life Insurance
FSA (Flexible Spending Accounts)
401k Matching
PTO (Paid-Time-Off)
Paid holidays
Employee Company Discounts
PAY RANGE: $90,000 - $105,000 (Depending on Experience) *Please note that actual pay may vary within the range based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location.
This is a full-time position
About Consolidated Precision Products Corp.
Consolidated Precision Products Corp. is a manufacturer of complex metal components and products for the aerospace and defense industries. The company was founded in 1991 and is headquartered in Carrollton, Texas. Consolidated Precision Products Corp. operates a network of manufacturing facilities across the United States, as well as in Mexico and Europe. The company's products include castings, forgings, and machined components, as well as assemblies and sub-assemblies. Consolidated Precision Products Corp. is committed to providing high-quality products and services to its customers.
