WineTalent Classifieds: Supply Chain Manager in St. Helena, CA

WineTalent is working with our client Long Meadow Ranch on a Supply Chain Manager search.  

About LMR:  Long Meadow Ranch is a family-owned winery and farm producing grapes and wine, olives and olive oil, grass-fed beef and lamb, fruits, vegetables, honey and eggs in the Napa Valley, Anderson Valley and Marin County. The many-faceted operation includes the 650-acre LMR Mayacamas Estate home ranch located in the Mayacamas Mountains above Rutherford and the 90-acre LMR Rutherford Estate, located on the Rutherford Bench, and, in Mendocino County, the 145-acre LMR Anderson Valley Estate. The Long Meadow Ranch operations also include an acclaimed farm-to-table restaurant, a general store and wine tasting bar in the historic Logan-Ives House, an outdoor cafe, a farmer's market, working garden and a variety of unique event spaces all located at Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch.

About the Opportunity:  Long Meadow Ranch has an exciting opportunity in the company for a Supply Chain Manager. This key role will promote the design, development, and implementation of warehouse, distribution and logistics solutions for all aspects of the company.  You will be responsible for ensuring the timely and accurate order process, delivery, customer service and management of inventory to help the organization achieve its goals. This is a new role for our organization that is a great opportunity for someone with a strong understanding of operational efficiencies to excel and grow with the company.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement processes to ensure high level customer service to suppliers, distributors, sales team and company departments
• Administer and refine the fulfillment process which includes placing orders, sending order acknowledgements to distributors and warehouses, generating invoices and order tracking
• Conduct audit processes for accuracy of purchase orders including, SKU, vintage, inventory availability, pricing, payment terms and shipping instructions
• Manage the movement of inventory flow  and quantities of products from the various warehouses, distributors, retail and company locations
• Generate reporting for the wholesale team, wholesale customers and distributors to provide status on orders, allocations and product availability
• Provide timely communication and resolution for any supply chain issues to key stakeholders and management
• Manage export sales fulfillment to ensure necessary documentation and special requirements are completed
• Control and maintain the record keeping of completed orders and related documentation
• Conduct the process for distributor billbacks and credit memos
• Manage and administer sample order fulfillment to ensure orders are processed within the delivery windows required by key stakeholders
• Manage company owned warehouse including weekly and monthly reconciliation and monthly physical inventory.
• Oversee and perform daily activities, including shipping and receiving as needed
• Develop and maintain warehouse operation SOPs and reporting documentation
• Maintain a safe and orderly working environment within the warehouse
• Utilize team building skills to handle peak shipping periods and deadlines and communicate timely and effectively with customers and teammates

Education, Experience and Requirements

• BA or equivalent years of experience in supply chain, logistics or similar relevant field desired
• Knowledge of logistics operations and shipping procedures and documents
• Experience preferred, but not mandatory, in importing, wine-purchasing and logistics
• Demonstrated ability to communicate metrics and important information clearly and professionally
• Proficiency in Microsoft and Google suite products
• Experience with Netsuite or other accounting systems
• Experience with AMS/RMS, Ship Compliant and supply chain systems
• Effective and concise oral and written communication skills
• Must be organized with attention to detail
• Ability to handle multiple demands and competing priorities
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision, while also working as a team player as needed
• Must be forklift certified or ability to obtain certification
• Ability to lift 75+ lbs
• Physical ability to kneel, bend, stand, climb stairs and ladders
• Must have a valid CA Drivers license and maintain a clean driving record
• A pre-employment background check

Compensation and Benefits

• This is a full-time, salaried position.
• Competitive compensation depending on experience plus benefits including medical/dental insurance, paid vacation and 401(k).

About WineTalent: WineTalent is a wine industry focused recruitment company. We have worked closely with LMR for over 6 years. All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential.

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WineTalent Classifieds: Marketing Coordinator in St. Helena

WineTalent is working with our client, Long Meadow Ranch, on a search for a dynamic and innovative individual to join the marketing team. 

Long Meadow Ranch is a family-owned agricultural enterprise producing grapes and wine, olives and olive oil, grass-fed beef and lamb, fruits, vegetables, and eggs in the Napa Valley, Anderson Valley and Marin County. The many-faceted operation includes the 650-acre LMR Mayacamas Estate home ranch located in the Mayacamas Mountains above Rutherford and the 90-acre LMR Rutherford Estate, located on the Rutherford Bench, and, in Mendocino County, the 145-acre LMR Anderson Valley Estate. The Long Meadow Ranch operations also include an acclaimed farm-to-table restaurant, a general store and wine tasting bar in the historic Logan-Ives House, an outdoor cafe, a farmer's market, working garden and a variety of unique event spaces all located at Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch.

Long Meadow Ranch has an exciting opportunity in the company for a Marketing Coordinator. The Marketing Coordinator will be responsible for the continuity of messaging for Long Meadow Ranch in consumer, trade and media channels. The Marketing Coordinator will be working with all of Long Meadow Ranch’s businesses to create and build a unique identity for the company and communicate that out to the public. This position will report to the Creative Services Manager and will work closely with managers in all parts of the company. 

Responsibilities

Develop creative content (including seasonal & brand milestones) and manage social media to maximize brand engagement
Research audience preferences and discover current trends
Work closely with digital marketing agencies to build engaging campaigns across social platforms
Collaborate in creating engaging text, image and video content
Design posts to sustain readers’ curiosity and create buzz around new products
Stay up-to-date with changes in all social platforms ensuring maximum effectiveness
Facilitate online conversations with customers and respond to queries
Review, analyze and report weekly social performance metrics
Develop an optimal posting schedule, considering web traffic and customer engagement metrics
Maintain social media accounts’ layout
Suggest new ways to attract prospective customers, like promotions and competitions
Support and attend consumer and trade sales and marketing events
Collaborate on marketing event development and execution (Guest Chefs, Summer Concerts, etc.)
Assist on email marketing calendar development
Collaborate with team members to develop artisanal voices alongside brand
Work to unify the customer facing view of LMR business units as one
Protect LMR brand reputation and ensure public views the organization favorably
Actively engage LMR team members to stay up to date on business activity
Maintain image library
Maintain website updates
Maintain consumer & trade facing profiles, including event postings (internal calendars, Visit Napa Valley, NVV, Syndical, etc.)
Monitor all @ mentions, likes, comments, geo tags, # in posts and engage with and share with team
Utilize and manage third party tools such as later and hootsuite
Support customer service communications and reply messaging with appropriate cross departmental managers
Collect and compile all details for new product category including photos and build content (tech sheets)
Assist with in-house design projects
Assist with wine review submissions
Collaborate on weekly marketing meetings with LMR team and weekly Status with Creative Services Manager
Assist in the day-to-day creation, testing and execution of email campaigns
Support the management of the email marketing workflow and master calendar
QA email campaigns to ensure copy, content, and links are error-proof for customer consumption
Build audience lists and segment customer base for different campaign pathways
Assist in tracking key metrics, analyzing findings and recommending courses of action
General administrative duties and other tasks as assigned
Education, Experience and Required Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, English or closely related discipline
At least 2 years of experience in marketing and communications in the lifestyle, restaurant, resort, hotel, travel or winery industry
Strong computer proficiency with graphic design experience and Microsoft Office and Google Documents. Understanding of working collaboratively with staff members locally and remotely, on-line and off-line
Detail-oriented work habits and strong organization skills required
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Able to lift 40+ lbs.
Valid driver’s license and maintain a safe driving record
A pre-employment background check is required
Compensation and Benefits

This is a full-time, hourly position.
Competitive compensation depending on experience plus benefits including medical/dental insurance, paid vacation and 401(k)

All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential.  Click here to apply.
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WineTalent Classifieds: Financial Controller in St. Helena, CA

WineTalent is working with our client, Long Meadow Ranch, on an exciting opportunity to join the finance team as a Financial Controller.

Long Meadow Ranch is a family owned and operated producer and purveyor of world-class wine and food that is economically successful and socially responsible using diversified, sustainable, and organic farming methods. We produce award-winning wines, handcrafted extra virgin olive oils, grass-fed beef, eggs, and heirloom fruits and vegetables.

Long Meadow Ranch has a unique opportunity for a Financial Controller to join our administration to provide quality customer service to our ranch and winery management team, our business partners, our customers and our vendors. Reporting to the VP of Finance, the Financial Controller will be responsible for review and forecasting of cash flow, implementation and monitoring of policies and procedures, recommendations for continuous improvement, and general accounting functions for Long Meadow Ranch Partners, L.P. and LMR Wine Estates LLC in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. This position requires ethical conduct and thoroughness, along with critical thinking, attention to detail and time management.

Responsibilities

Implement, maintain, and follow a comprehensive set of policies and procedures, in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles
Prepare journal entries and perform reconciliations in support of monthly and year-end close
Manage daily accounting tasks including: accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, bank reconciliations, and daily banking tasks
Supervise farm production periodic inventory counts and maintain perpetual inventory system for non-financial inventory reporting (tons/lbs./etc.)
Assist with the budget/re-forecasting and cash forecasting processes
Approve and monitor billing activity as processed by the Accounts Payable Specialist, ensuring accuracy of accounts payable coding by departmental managers
Ensure accuracy and completeness of LMR Wine Estates LLC direct-to-consumer sales in financial accounting software, reconciling monthly
Record royalty revenue and other intercompany accounting transactions as deemed necessary
Monitor, track and report on all required external compliance, including organic certifications, water system compliance, etc.
Participate as a team member on key business initiatives, including cost accounting, workflow management, and customer correspondence protocol
Evaluate, recommend and implement policies, procedures and systems related to company efficiency, productivity and internal controls
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Perform other duties as assigned

Education, Experience and Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience in accounting and finance
Wine, consumer beverage product or manufacturing accounting experience, a plus
Farming and livestock specific accounting experience, a plus
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related discipline
In-depth knowledge of accounting software, QuickBooks experience a plus
Experience with ecommerce and POS systems, WineDirect preferred
Proficient in MS Office including PowerPoint with advanced MS Excel skills
Sharp attention to detail with good oral and written communication skills
Able to work in a team environment as well as operate independently
Able to lift 40+ lbs.
Valid driver’s license and maintain a safe driving record
A pre-employment background check is required
Compensation and Benefits

This is a full-time, salaried position.
Competitive compensation depending on experience plus benefits including medical/dental insurance, paid vacation and 401(k).

All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential
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WineTalent Classifieds: Human Resources Specialist in St. Helena, CA

WineTalent is working with our client, Long Meadow Ranch, on an HR Specialist position.

Long Meadow Ranch is seeking an HR Specialist to join our Human Resources team.

Long Meadow Ranch is a family-owned agricultural enterprise producing grapes and wine, olives and olive oil, grass-fed beef and lamb, fruits, vegetables, and eggs in the Napa Valley, Anderson Valley and Marin County. The Long Meadow Ranch operations also include an acclaimed farm-to-table restaurant, a general store and wine tasting bar in the historic Logan-Ives House, an outdoor cafe, a farmer's market, a working garden and a variety of unique event spaces all located at Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch.

Reporting to the Director of Human Resources, the HR Specialist will be responsible for employee recruitment, new hire processes, on-going employee relations and employee file management. The Human Resources team is a dynamic small team that works collaboratively with all departments to build and retain a successful team of managers and employees. We are searching for an enthusiastic individual who has the passion and drive to be an advocate for employees at all stages of their LMR career.

Responsibilities:

• Administer the recruitment process from outreach to hire
• Assist with development of recruitment SOPs and ensure adherence
• Utilize, update and maintain the Greenhouse application, an applicant tracking software, on a daily basis
• Work closely with hiring managers to establish job criteria and a hiring plan for new job openings 
• Post and maintain job postings for open positions
• Ensure offer letters are accurate, properly communicated and signed
• Input all new hires into HRIS systems for start of employment
• Schedule and provide the onboarding orientation to all new hires including proper paperwork - I9 verification, confidentiality agreements, job descriptions, policies and handbook acknowledgment, as well as employee introduction to LMR benefits
• Assist employees with benefit elections when employee becomes eligible and during the annual open enrollment period
• Maintain all employee file records according to compliance law, retainment requirements and company policies
• Update all changes in employee rates with new offer letters, Wage Theft protection notices and employee files
• Maintain employee files with performance reviews, counseling sessions and recognitions
• Process proper paperwork for terminations in employee files
• Provide support to employees regarding HR policies, benefits, payroll questions, leaves of absence, and unemployment or disability claims
• Administer the unemployment claim process
• Assist employees with translation of company policies and employee relations
• Collaborate and assist with HR team on company culture initiatives, safety and wellness programs, and charity initiatives
• Assist with general company administration duties and projects

Education, Experience and Required Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or closely related discipline, and/or related business experience
• 2+ years of wine and restaurant industry HR experience
• Proven success in recruitment
• Keen understanding of HR best practices
• Experience with Applicant Tracking Software, including Greenhouse
• Extensive knowledge and proficiency of computer programs including Google Apps, and Microsoft Office
• Well developed skills in problem solving, prioritizing tasks and taking initiative
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Excellent analytical and communication skills with great attention to detail, even under tight deadlines and a fast paced environment
• Ability to communicate and work collaboratively to build relationships at all levels
• Must have a high level of confidentiality and discretion
• Must be proficient in English and Spanish verbal and written communication
• Must have a valid California Driver’s License and maintain a safe driving record
• Ability to lift 40+ pounds
• A pre-employment investigative consumer report is required

Compensation and Benefits:

• This is a full-time, hourly position
• Competitive compensation depending on experience plus benefits including medical/dental insurance, paid vacation and 401(k)

All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential

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WineTalent Classifieds: Midwest Sales Manager

WineTalent is working with our client, Long Meadow Ranch, on this Midwest Sales Manager role.

Long Meadow Ranch (LMR) is a family-owned and -operated producer and purveyor of world-class wine and food that is economically successful and socially responsible and that employs diversified, sustainable, and organic farming methods. LMR produces award-winning wines, hand-crafted extra virgin olive oils, grass-fed beef and lamb, eggs, and heirloom fruits and vegetables.

Reporting to the VP pf Sales, the Midwest Sales Manager will work in conjunction with our distributor partners in the territory. This role will work independently as well as with our distributors’ sales teams to sell, establish and maintain relationships with on and off premise accounts in these markets. Additionally, this role works collaboratively with the entire LMR sales team on national and chain account development and maintenance.  
Responsibilities:  
•  Sales Management
o Management of all sales in the territory with the designated wholesalers
o Make direct sales calls on the key accounts in the territory
o Work closely with the respective distributor’s sales representatives in the designated territory
o Create target account list
o Presentation of new wines to the respective distributors in the territory
o Use the distributor resources and all available reports when applicable to track sales, inventory and progress
o Use LMR TARGIT Sales system to track sales, depletions, inventory and progress

•  Brand Management
o Direct the placements and image of the products
o Plan work-with schedules in the territory; make arrangements for presentations and events with distributors, trade customers and consumers when in the territory
o Work with VP Sales to develop budgets, programs and marketing strategies for territory
o Provide frequent presentations to the distributor’s sales teams in general, individual team and manager meetings
o Planning and presentations of events in territory
o Planning and presentations for in-store tasting or consumer educational seminars

•  Sales Administration
o Manage expense budget
o Submit and maintain price change forms to ensure current listing are up to date at distributors
o Provide LMR with consistent reports of progress regarding the territory
o Provide status reports via e-mail to LMR head office upon request
o Communicate regularly with VP of Sales
o Oversee collections from distributors when necessary
o Provide VP of Sales with activity reports
o Maintain distributors’ workbooks with goals, updated price structure, programs and notes 
o Must maintain a mutually respectable relationship with other LMR team members

Education, Experience and Required Skills:
•  At least 2 years of wine sales experience in the state of Illinois and Midwest territory. Wine sales experience for either a supplier or a distributor is highly desirable
•  Bachelor’s degree in Business, desirable, or relevant work experience in lieu of a degree will also be considered
•  Additional wine education highly desirable
•  High proficiency in MS Office and Google Gsuite productivity tools
•  Proficiency in sales management reporting software a plus
•  Preferably based in Chicago 
•  Valid Driver’s license and clean driving record required  
•  Ability to lift 40+ pounds
•  Ability to work both independently and as a team
•  A pre-employment background check is required 

Compensation and Benefits
•  This is a full-time, salaried position.
•  Competitive salary and incentive program depending on experience plus benefits including medical/dental insurance, paid vacation and 401(k).

All inquiries will be be kept strictly confidential

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WineTalent Classifieds: Winery Financial Analyst

WineTalent is working with our client Long Meadow Ranch on a Financial Analyst job opening.

Long Meadow Ranch is a family owned and operated producer and purveyor of world-class wine and food that is economically successful and socially responsible using diversified, sustainable, and organic farming methods. We produce award-winning wines, handcrafted extra virgin olive oils, grass-fed beef, eggs, and heirloom fruits and vegetables.
Long Meadow Ranch has a unique opportunity for a Financial Analyst to join our Finance team to provide quality service to our winery management team, farm production team, and other business partners. Reporting to the Vice President of Finance, the Financial Analyst will be responsible for the financial reporting and analysis for multiple entities, management and oversight of LMR Wine Estates LLC inventory, wholesale revenue and receivables reporting, and other ad hoc analysis as deemed necessary. This position requires ethical conduct and thoroughness, along with critical thinking, attention to detail and time management
The Financial Analyst will follow generally accepted accounting practices, where applicable, adhering to the policies and procedures set forth by the company. 
Responsibilities:
•  Generate and distribute budget to actual variance reporting and document management meetings. Perform analysis, including both financial and non-financial metrics. Provide commentary on significant budget variances.
•  Complete daily labor cost analysis for all departments.
•  Manage Wine Estates sales and inventory data reporting for distribution to Targit and wholesale sales team. Ensure accuracy and completeness of data. Provide support and analysis as needed.
•  Manage Wholesale Logistics Coordinator, whose responsibilities include daily wholesale sales order processing and fulfillment, cash receipts application, and inventory movement. Assist with international shipment requirements on “as needed” basis. 
•  Ensure accuracy and completeness of cased goods and packaging inventory reporting. Reconcile inventory in multiple locations. Effectively manage relationships with third party warehouse, shipping, and logistic companies.
•  Maintain current Wine Estates receivable balances, distributing customer statements on “as needed” basis. Calculate and submit broker commissions for payment. Provide oversight of customer sales incentives processed by Wholesale Logistics Coordinator.
•  Participate as a team member on key business initiatives, including cost accounting, workflow management, and customer correspondence protocol.
•  Other duties as required.

Education, Experience and Requirements
•  Minimum of 3 years of experience in financial analysis and/or general ledger accounting practices
•  Wine or consumer beverage product accounting experience required
•  Farming and livestock specific accounting experience desirable
•  Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related discipline
•  In-depth knowledge of Accounting Software including QuickBooks
•  Experience with Targit or similar sales and depletion reporting software
•  Proficient in MS Office including PowerPoint with advanced MS Excel skills
•  Sharp attention to detail with good oral and written communication skills
•  Able to work in a team environment as well as operate independently
•  Able to lift 40+ lbs
•  Valid driver’s license and maintain a safe driving record
•  A pre-employment background check is required

Compensation and Benefits
•  This is a full-time, salaried position.
•  Competitive compensation depending on experience plus benefits including medical/dental insurance, paid vacation and 401(k).

All communications will be kept strictly confidential

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WineTalent Classifieds: Winery Accounting Manager

WineTalent is working with our client Long Meadow Ranch on a winery accounting role.

Long Meadow Ranch is a family owned and operated producer and purveyor of world-class wine and food that is economically successful and socially responsible using diversified, sustainable, and organic farming methods. We produce award-winning wines, handcrafted extra virgin olive oils, grass-fed beef, eggs, and heirloom fruits and vegetables.

Long Meadow Ranch has a unique opportunity for an Accounting Manager to join our administration to provide quality customer service to our ranch and winery management team, our business partners, our customers and our vendors.  Reporting to the Controller, the Accounting Manager will be responsible for review and forecasting of cash flow, implementation and monitoring of policies and procedures, recommendations for continuous improvement, and general accounting functions for Long Meadow Ranch Partners, L.P. and LMR Wine Estates LLC in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.  This position requires ethical conduct and thoroughness, along with critical thinking, attention to detail and time management.

The Accounting Manager will follow generally accepted accounting practices, adhering to the policies and procedures set forth by the company.

●      Maintain a comprehensive set of accounting policies and procedures.

●      Prepare journal entries and perform reconciliations in support of monthly and year-end close.

●      Manage daily accounting tasks including: accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, bank reconciliations, and daily banking tasks.

●      Supervise farm production periodic inventory counts and maintain perpetual inventory system for non-financial inventory reporting (tons/lbs/etc).

●      Assist with the budget/reforecasting and cash forecasting processes. Approve and monitor billing activity as processed by the Accounts Payable Specialist. Ensure accuracy of accounts payable coding and work with appropriate departmental manager if billed incorrectly. Record overhead allocations as needed.

●      Ensure accuracy and completeness of  LMR Wine Estates LLC direct-to-consumer sales in financial accounting software, reconciling monthly.

●      Record royalty revenue and other intercompany accounting transactions as deemed necessary.

●      Monitor, track and report on all required external compliance for Ranch entity, including organic certifications, water system compliance, etc.

●      Participate as a team member on key business initiatives, including cost accounting, workflow management, and customer correspondence protocol.

●      Evaluate, recommend and implement policies, procedures and systems related to company efficiency, productivity and internal controls.

●      Solicit​ ​and​ ​act​ ​on​ ​feedback​ ​from​ ​manager,​ ​peers,​ ​and​ ​other business​ ​partners.​ ​Contribute​ ​ideas,​ ​energy,​ ​enthusiasm​ ​and​ ​support​ ​to​ ​the​ ​continuous​ ​improvement​ ​of​ ​the process.

●      Other duties as required.

Education, Experience and Requirements

●      Minimum of 3 years of experience in general ledger accounting practices

●      Wine or consumer beverage product accounting experience required

●      Farming and livestock specific accounting experience, a plus

●      Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or related discipline

●      In-depth knowledge of Accounting Software including QuickBooks

●      Experience with Targit or similar sales and depletion reporting software

●      Experience with ecommerce and POS systems, WineDirect preferred

●      Proficient in MS Office including PowerPoint with advanced MS Excel skills

●      Sharp attention to detail with good oral and written communication skills

●      Able to work in a team environment as well as operate independently

●      Able to lift 40+ lbs

●      Valid driver’s license and maintain a safe driving record

●      A pre-employment background check is required

Compensation and Benefits

●      This is a full-time, salaried position.

●      Competitive compensation depending on experience plus benefits including medical/dental insurance, paid vacation and 401(k).

Interested in this job?  Please email your resume to amy@winetalent.net.  All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential.