The Country Vintner, headquartered in Ashland, Virginia, is one of the nation’s leading distributors of fine wines. We are currently seeking highly motivated professionals to join our team in Richmond, Virginia and Northern Virginia territories:

The Country Vintner is looking for part time (20 to 30 hrs per week) Sales/MerchandiserDrivers for the Richmond and Northern Virginia areas.

Duties:

Assisting current DSM’s in merchandising of product

Driving/Making deliveries to retail chain accounts

Conducting wine tastings

Taking orders from wine buyers

How to apply:

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Greet guests and offer information on our tastings and tours

• Perform table service of wine for winery visitors

• Educate visitors about our wines, the winery and the Carneros district

• Assist visitors in selecting wines for enjoyment at their table or in their home. Utilize excellent sales skills to encourage wine sales; inform visitors about shipping options to help facilitate their purchase

• Present the benefits of membership in the Chateau Society and assist visitors in becoming members

• Comply with all Alcohol Beverage Commission regulations for wine sales and service

• Maintain tasting area, service bar, kitchen area, audio/visual presentation room and conference room in a manner appropriate to the image of Domaine Carneros

• Assist with winery special events. Duties may include event set-up, event breakdown and clean up, food and beverage service, bussing, washing and polishing of glasses

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Professional appearance and warm, welcoming demeanor, even when tired, busy or presented with challenges

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time on hard floors, occasionally climb stairs, bend, lift, twist, crouch, pull, push, carry, grasp, reach and stoop

• Ability to work outdoors while providing customer service on our terraces

• Ability to occasionally lift and carry heavy items up to 40 lbs., such as a case of wine (may be assisted)

• Ability to multi-task and prioritize as needed in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to work independently under general supervision

• Ability to function as part of a team and to work cooperatively with colleagues

• Availability to work weekends, holidays and occasional evenings as necessary

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1. Reduce spirits import duties in key markets (Ghana, Nigeria, Cameroon).

2. Support elimination of illicit spirits via government engagement and regulatory change

3. Build Diageo relationship and visibility / reputation with key decision makers and reduce hostility to import activities

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Barley and Malt are the principal raw materials used in the manufacture of beer and East African Maltings Limited has the strategic role of providing competitively priced brewing raw materials to meet EABL supply requirements.

East African Maltings intent is to support both EABL Supply and Demand’s strategic activities, protect the quality of our brands, support innovation and creation of competitive advantage for the EABL group within the Eastern African Region.

The role works closely with the Head of Finance, Financial Planning and Reporting Manager, Barley accountant, Inventory control manager, Shift Operations managers, External auditors and consultants, approved EAML haulers, Suppliers, EABL Supply Kenya and Uganda.

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We require an enthusiastic person with all round skills capable of fulfilling the many roles required in a small family wine business. The successful candidate will be working alongside the Owner and Winemaker to improve the operation and performance of the business, taking care of all wine administration and the day to day running of the business; tax, compliance, accounts payable, mail and phone reception as well as occasional wine tastings in our by appointment tasting room.

Main tasks include:

• Day to day running of the financial affairs

• Tax, compliance and accounts

• Fulfilling bureaucratic requirements

• Budgeting and financial planning

• Answer phones, schedule appointments

• Check and respond to mail, bills etc

• Conduct Tastings as required

• Any other jobs pertinent to a small winery

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Republic National Distributing Company has an exciting opportunity for a experienced and self motivated sales representative to become part of our dynamic sales team. As a member of our team, you will be responsible for achieving and exceeding goals, present new and current products, procure weekly orders and continue providing an exceptional level of customer service. RNDC has the strongest wine portfolio and market presence in Virginia. The customer base for this region is primarily restaurant / hotel, along with several of the top fine wine shops in the area.

What you provide:

• Strong knowledge of wines and wine regions around the world

• Passion for wine industry

• Professional appearance

• Highly organized with good time management skills

• Proven record of success of increasing sales and market share

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Valid Driver’s license and reliable transportation required

What we provide:

• An excellent environment for you to accelerate your career in the wine distribution business

• Top quality product portfolio

• Excellent training and educational opportunities

• Benefits include medical and dental insurance, 401(k) with company-match, life and

disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, paid vacations and more.

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Compliance with the federal and provincial safety regulations to maintain a safe working environment.

· Compliance with federal excise regulations.

· Compliance with federal and corporate standard dealing with transportation of dangerous goods.

· Developing a firm understanding of the entire distillery operation.

· Training employees

· Resolving employee matters

· Manage corporate programs, food safety, employee safety, GMPs, HACCP and environmental.

· Committed to Continuous Improvement in a Lean Manufacturing environment and participate in teams for improving quality and efficiency

· Responsible for Time & Attendance of employees for payroll purposes.

Key Outputs/Deliverables

· Safety: ensure safety policies are adhered to, conduct safety meetings, address safety concerns.

· Employee Engagement

· Lead, develop, train and retain a team of Distillery Operators

· Ensure efficient communication with all stakeholders.

· Compliance with DIAGEO policies, procedures and both federal and provincial legislation

· Approve weekly payroll of all hourly employees

· Supporting site goal of achieving all KPI targets

· Ensure scheduling and maintaining necessary records for vacation administration

· Adhere to budget guidelines and deliver in a timely fashion.

· Be innovative and generate ideas to improve area of responsibility. Communicate these ideas to appropriate personnel

· Issue work orders to maintenance for routine and non-scheduled maintenance requirements.

· Ensure record keeping responsibilities are upheld and in a timely, accurate manner

· Conduct daily quality requirements in appropriate manner and report results.

· Maintain records of all results to adhere to corporate guidelines

· Provide guidance and direction to Production operators in urgent or emergency situations on evenings and weekends.

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Chelsea Wine Vault, located in the heart of Manhattan’s Meatpacking and Chelsea districts, has an opening for a Sales Associate.

Our store is located within the historic Chelsea Market building and is a

10 year established retail store providing knowledgeable advice and sales expertise on wine.

A desirable candidate will be someone with retail experience, wine knowledge, and enthusiasm to work one-on-one with our customers. This position provides an excellent opportunity to continue one’s exposure to wine and the industry.

Qualifications:

* Previous sales experience, particularly wine retail required

* Strong customer service skills required

* Telephone sales skills (primarily, the ability to field incoming sales calls and make wine recommendations)

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The Director, Plant Engineering & Maintenance provides leadership in the areas of Safety, Plant Maintenance, CAPEX Budgeting and Planning, Project Management, Asset Management, Powerhouse Operations and Environmental Compliance.

2. Safely leads and directs the Engineering and Maintenance functions of the Gimli Distillery in achieving the business plan in compliance with Diageo and regulatory requirements.

3. Is a member of the Site Leadership Team.

4. Leads, inspires and motivates approximately 20 salaried employees and 55 hourly union employees.

Financial Responsibility:

1. Develop and effectively manage

CAPEX budget of approximately $8M.

Maintenance budget of approximately $2M.

Complexity of Role:

The Gimli Site is a highly automated distillery with the following capacities;

· Producing 34M Laas per year, processing on average of 250T of grain per day.

· Barrel Handling operations able to fill and empty 1000 barrels per day.

· 46 Barrel Warehouses housing over 1.4M barrels.

· Blending and Shipping operations.

· Independent Waste Treatment Plant.

· The site employees a total of approximately 20 salaried and 55 hourly employees year round.

1. Accountable for developing and executing the Plants Engineering and Maintenance Strategies.

2. A high level of technical and regulatory expertise.

3. A high level of project and program management competence.

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Beaux Freres, is currently seeking skilled interns for our upcoming vintage. We source fruit from our two estate vineyards as well 3 additional vineyards within the Northern Willamette Valley. Duties include help with picking, lab analysis, fruit sorting, sanitation, pump over’s, punch downs, fermentation management and barrel work. Interns will work closely with staff in a unique and fun atmosphere. Experience is a plus. Position starts mid September and finishes approximately 6 weeks later.

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