General Manager-BC (Wine Jobs: Sales & Marketing)

  Evolution Fine Wines Ltd.,

  Vancouver, British Columbia

 

 

An Achievement Oriented Entrepreneurial Leader

If this describes you, then Evolution Fine Wines could be the right fit for your career.

Your influential demeanor, demonstrated performance management and leadership skills will be necessary to achieve our lofty and ambitious expansion plans.

You have demonstrated in the past your unwavering commitment; energy and business savvy, freedom to control your own career and the destiny of your sales team. You are an above average individual and the rewards and recognition programs at Evolution Fine Wines are designed to acknowledge your contributions and ambitious career goals.

This role will require decisiveness, quick responses, and fast action. It will often involve you in critical situations demanding on-the-spot decisions be made by you with good judgment. You will be comfortable “juggling many balls in the air at the same time!” You are at your best within a demanding environment where consistently winning is critical. The role demands tenacity, boldness, assertiveness and a “will to win” in dealing with highly competitive situations.

Specific responsibilities include:

Have a track record of successfully growing a product portfolio, developing and maintaining relationships

Be responsible for the sales and promotion of a fast growing dynamic portfolio with well established core brands  

Liaison with British Columbia Liquor Board/ Distribution and Key Licensee accounts

Excellent working relationships with BCLDB Portfolio Managers/ other corporate on and off premise accounts

Conduct day to day logistics and inventory management/replenishment.

Supplier Liaison and pricing/marketing negotiations

Coordinate Supplier visits

Event planning and coordination e.g Vancouver International Wine Festival, Whistler Cornucopia, Winemakers Dinners, Off site Trade and Consumer events

Occasional evening and weekend work

Ability up to lift up to 50 lbs

Achieve or exceed sales goals

Develop forecasts, budgets and implementation plans

Recruit and train sales associates as the company grows

Motivate employees

Results driven

Success Factors

Education: Degree, Diploma or equivalent experience

A passion for wine - Sommelier Guild or WSET accreditation an asset.

At least 5 years Business to Business sales experience in the wine industry, including at least 2 years in a leadership role

Excellent oral and written English skills

Great interpersonal skills with strong presentation skills by telephone and/or webinar

Demonstrated ability to achieve sales targets

Excellent time management and organizational skills

Valid driver’s licence

Microsoft office experience

Provide insight into market dynamics and trends

Please forward a cover letter and resume to: [email protected]

We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed applicants will be contacted

ONLY CANDIDATES WITH PRIOR WINE AGENCY EXPERIENCE WILL BE CONSIDERED

Compensation includes Base salary plus incentive bonus, car allowance and benefits commensurate with experience Possible ownership earn in potential

How To Apply

Ray Signorello President

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