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Kobrand Corporation

District Manager - Massachusetts & Rhode Island

Boston, MA · Posted Aug 20
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% administrative
·     Maintain a key account list and develop personal relationships with key buyers/owners and managers 
·     Work with local distributors and Kobrand suppliers to sell brand to retailers 
·     Propose and conduct on/off premise promotional events 
·     Conduct wine tastings and wine dinners for consumers/trade
·     Review monthly account performance
·     Identify market trends and opportunities and propose action plans to supervisor  
·     Manage individual quota for depletions, placements and qualitative efforts

Experience and Qualifications:
 
·     Minimum three years’ experience selling fine wines (Sommelier, Supplier, Distributor)
·     Bachelor’s degree required
·     Must possess a valid driver’s license
·     Must have proven track record in developing new business, managing existing accounts, calling and maintaining business relationships
·     Must have exceptional closing skills, strong verbal/written communication and organizational skills
·     Passion 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 pounds
  • Must be able to walk, stand, climb, balance, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel or crouch on a daily basis
 
Kobrand Corporation offers a competitive salary, a performance-based bonus and comprehensive benefits package.