Southeast Regional Manager

Southeast Regional Manager

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Atlanta, GA

Job Description

The Family-owned, Chicago based Importer, Winesellers, Ltd., named Importer of the Year by both Wine & Spirits and Wine Enthusiast, is looking for a top-notch, experienced performer located in Greater Atlanta to successfully manage the Southeast Region of NC / SC / GA / AL / MS.

Qualifications include :

• Live in Greater Atlanta area and have recent distributor or supplier wine business experience in that market.
• Experience managing a multiple-state region.
• Distributor management experience (pricing, programming, et cetera).
• Strong knowledge and passion for wine from around the world.
• Strong relationships with distributors in the region.
• Strong relationships with key buyers and accounts, both on and off-premise, including chains.
• Proven sales record throughout career and ability to influence the marketplace.
• Proficiency working with variety of software, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint, iDig, etc.
• Exceptional communication and public speaking skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel to all markets and key accounts within region.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs. as required.
• Valid driver's license.

Duties and Responsibilities :

• Attainment of Sales, Depletion & Profitability Goals.
• Communicate and execute the business plan in all markets.
• Travel extensively within the region, staying within T&E budget.
• Develop and implement pricing, programming, and sales incentives.
• Develop relationships with distributor management and sales force.
• Communicate with distributor purchasing to monitor inventory levels.
• Conduct sales meetings / training seminars for distributor sales and management.
• Conduct on-premise staff trainings and retail in-store tastings.
• Maintain, and sell to, a list of key accounts.
• Organize & Manage special events, supplier visits, tastings, blitzes, etc.
• Develop and Present quarterly business reviews to management.

Salary and Benefits :

• Competitive salary and aggressive bonus opportunity.
• Car allowance and T&E budget.
• Benefits package consisting of health, dental, vision and 401k.
• Paid vacation and personal days.

The ideal candidate is a highly motivated team player with a strong desire to achieve goals. We are looking for an individual who can take company directives and put them into action without the need for micro-management.

The person has to be smart, intuitive, highly-effective, and personally accountable. Passion and determination are critical.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a top-notch professional looking to take their career to the next level!

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