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Job Description:

Maison Albert Bichot is an historic winery based out of Burgundy, France. Established in 1831, Albert Bichot has traditionally been known as one of the most important negociants in Burgundy but we also are one of the largest Domaine wine producers in Burgundy, owning 250+ acres throughout via 6 individual Domains and 6 monopoles from Chablis to Beaujolais.

Albert Bichot USA LLC is a wholly owned company subsidiary covering 48 states. The Albert Bichot USA portfolio includes the Maison Albert Bichot wines as well as additional brands such as Maison Lorgeril (Languedoc), Champagne Mandois (Champagne), Joseph Mellot (Loire), and Merryvale Family of Wines (Napa)

Domestic inventory is offered for all of our winery partners.

Albert Bichot USA is seeking a Regional Sales Manager for the Central Region. This position will report to the President of Albert Bichot USA located domestically.

Territory**:Tennessee, Missouri, Arkansas, Iowa, Kansas, Mississippi, Alabama

**Territory and Responsibilities may be adjusted, depending on the geographical location and experience level of the Regional Manager.

Key Responsibilities:
•  Manage and monitor distributors to achieve company depletion and sales goals
•  Call on retail and off-premise accounts independently and in conjunction with distributor sales force
•  Monitor and enforce pricing, programming, and distributor inventories
•  Train and motivate distributor personnel to sell Albert Bichot wines
•  Communicate company sales goals and objectives
•  Develop direct relationships with key accounts throughout region
•  Work together with the VP of National Accounts and distributor chain account managers to develop and grow Chain and National Accounts business within the territory
•  Ride with individuals within the distributor sales teams to promote and support the Albert Bichot brand
•  Build brand goodwill by performing local and nationally recognized tastings throughout the region.

Qualifications:
•  Wine knowledge required. Burgundy knowledge preferred.
•  A minimum of 3+ years of wine sales. Some wine supplier experience preferred.
•  Proficient in MS Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint,
•  Time Management skills
•  Energetic, self-starter

Requirements:
Approximately 50% Overnight travel required.
•  No Illegal drug use
•  Current drivers license

Position includes:
Competitive Compensation
Health Benefits
Retirement Benefits
Travel and Entertainment reimbursement

www.albertbichotusa.com

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Additional Information:

Job Posted:
Monday, April 8th
Type of Work:
Full Time
Job Category:
Job Level:
Senior

Contact Information:

Albert Bichot USA
Jim Opalka