Portfolio Manager

At Winebow, we are strongly committed to creating an environment that fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are intentional in our efforts to ensure that every employee has a sense of value and opportunity in our company, and we work tirelessly to promote a culture of inclusion where our team feels safe, respected, and valued. We want our Winebow family to feel at home and to be empowered to bring their best selves forward. We seek talent from all backgrounds to join our organization and are dedicated to achieving a diverse workforce in all aspects of employment including but not limited to recruiting, hiring, promotion, training, benefits, wage and salary equity. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS In conjunction with the VP of Portfolio Management, develop a strategic plan to maximize the distribution and marketing of the suppliers in the portfolio. Provide data and analysis to the VP of Portfolio Management on a regular basis to include possible new items, discontinued items and correct inventory levels. Develop overall brand strategy by effectively using internal data, market research and competitive intelligence. Work with leaders of the sales team to ensure that brand strategy is translated to marketplace activities that drive sales and profits. Attend monthly brand meetings, prepare and present recaps on brand accomplishments, provide depletion and goal reviews of brands by suppliers, and update the management team on any problems with select brands. Work in market with sales team to visit key accounts and help market some of their brands. Develop strong relationships and communication with assigned suppliers, including follow‑up as needed. Act as point person on pricing and troubleshoot pricing issues. Provide appropriate brand training to the sales force including presentations and marketing material. Meet agreed upon goals and objectives effectively and in a timely manner. Arrive at work, appointments, meetings, and other work‑related functions on time and as scheduled. OTHER FUNCTIONS Special events coordination for internal staff and external suppliers/customers. Follow all safety policies and procedures. Perform other duties as assigned. WORKING CONDITIONS Overtime work and/or travel may be required. Normal office environment. EQUIPMENT/MACHINERY USED Telephone, fax machine, copier, computer, calculator, scanner. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Lifting up to 40 lbs. Sitting, bending, reaching, driving, visual acuity, and manual dexterity. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Bachelor’s degree required. Concentration in Marketing or Business Administration preferred. Three plus years’ experience working in the wine industry in either a marketing or sales position. Excellent interpersonal relationship skills. Superior follow‑through and ability to handle multiple tasks with limited supervision. Understanding of pricing to the marketplace. Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Working knowledge of Diver application. Working knowledge of Navision application. Valid Driver’s License. Hybrid work schedule: required in‑office Tuesday–Thursday, with additional in‑office attendance required as needed for special meetings or business needs on non‑designated in‑office days. EMPLOYER’S RIGHTS This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by management to perform other duties. Winebow has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment. Your continued employment with Winebow is by mutual consent. Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr