WineTalent Classifieds: Operations Manager in Healdsburg

WineTalent is working with our client, Criveller California Corp, on a search for an Operations Manager to handle the oversight of the business operations in Healdsburg, CA.  Criveller California Corp is an industry leader and supplier of tanks and equipment to the wine, beer, cider, olive oil and spirits industries.  The Operations Manager performs a senior role in the Company. This involves overseeing the production of goods and provisioning of services.  The Operations Manager will be responsible for the efficient operation of the organization and meeting the expectations of management, business owners, employees, vendors and customers. 

Responsibilities:

Operations:

·       Manage overall operations and be responsible for the effective and successful management of labor, productivity, quality control and safety measures as established.

·       Contribute operations information and recommendations to strategic plans and reviews; prepare and complete action plans; implement production, productivity, quality and customer-service standards; resolve problems; complete audits; identify trends

·       Forecast requirements; prepare an annual budget; schedule expenditures; analyze variances; initiate corrective actions.

·       Oversee business practices to create the highest level of efficiency possible. Daily liaison with other managers and staff.

·       Oversee inventory, distribution of goods and facility layout.

·       Develop operational systems by determining product handling and storage requirements; develop, implement, enforce and evaluate policies and procedures; develop processes for receiving product, equipment utilization, inventory management and shipping.

·       Run a safe, injury/accident free workplace.

·       Manage relationships with key operations vendors.

·       Review and approve all operational invoices and ensure they are submitted for payment.

·       Resolve customer issues.

·       Work closely with management team to set and/or implement policies, procedures and systems and to follow through with implementation.

·       Communicate all operating policies and/or issues at department meetings.

·       Work closely with the inventory manager and team to perform analysis of the inventory and ensure effective utilization of the inventory, and maintenance of solid inventory data.

·       Communicate with legal counsel and safety department to ensure all processes remain compliant with OSHA and other governmental regulations.

Human Resources:

·       Interviewing, recruiting, and hiring of new employees.

·       Training and coaching of new and existing employees.

·       Scheduling, assigning and directing work.

·       Managing the performance review process.

·       Oversight of payroll.

·       Oversight of compensation plans, with changes made as warranted. 

·       Ensure safe work environment for employees.

·       Maintain compliance with all state and federal regulations. 

·       Establish, explain and enforce company policies and procedures. 

·       Oversight of healthcare, 401(k) and any other employer sponsored benefit plans.

Computer systems:

·       Monitor computer/phone access of employees: access to local server, access to programs, all passwords used by employees

Accounting:

·       Overseeing day to day operations in collaboration with bookkeeper, accounts payable/accounts receivable.

·       Reconciliation of accounts, general ledgers.

·       Proper reporting of sales and other taxes.

·       Correct costing of items.

·       Approving payments to vendors, signing checks.

·       Administrator for QuickBooks accounting system.

Legal:

·       Oversight of any and all possible legal situations that might arise during the regular course of business, assessing company exposure to situations and advising owners.

Inventory Control:

·       Management of raw materials, ordering of products and parts, and maintaining inventory numbering system.

·       Cost of goods allocation.

Purchasing:

·       Places orders with European suppliers and oversees importation of equipment, including the organization of shipping container.

Qualifications and Requirements:

·       Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline.

·       8-10 years of relevant work experience with management experience.

·       Foreign language skills highly desirable (Italian, French, German, Spanish).

·       Well versed in managing a complex business operation.

·       Personnel management experience of a diverse workforce including hourly skilled trade, office administrators and salespeople. 

·       Excellent understanding of accounting practices especially in a manufacturing environment.

·       High level of business acumen and integrity.

• Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook and QuickBooks.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative management style.
• 3 plus years of work experience in a manufacturing setting.
• A demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards.
• Proven ability to excel in a fast paced, quickly changing work place. 
• Ability to challenge and debate issues of importance to the organization.
• Ability to look at situations from several points of view
• Delegate responsibilities effectively

Compensation and Benefits:

This is a full-time salaried position with benefits, plus annual bonus based upon performance

All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential
To apply:  Please visit https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/966325002/ 

WineTalent:  The Right People for the Job

WineTalent Classifieds: Central Valley Winery Production Equipment Sales

WineTalent is working with our client ColloPack Solutions on a Sales Representative search. ColloPack is a leading distributor of equipment to the US wine and beverage industry. The Equipment Salesperson will be responsible for providing equipment solutions to wineries, focusing on wineries located in California’s Central Valley. This sales position is involved in the entire sales cycle, including initial customer contact, identifying product solutions for each customer and managing equipment purchasing and any logistical needs of each customer. 

Responsibilities:
•  Building and maintaining long-term business relationships with customers In the California Central Valley.
•  Identifying the production equipment needs of individual customers and developing proposals that meet the needs of the production environment.  
•  Demonstrating equipment capabilities and discussing alternative solutions that benefit the customer and highlight CollloPack’s product lines.  
•  Understand the complex nature of large winemaking operations and develop extensive relationships within each company
•  Act as main point of contact for Central Valley winery clients while also including technical experts on sales opportunities and relationship management activities.
•  Professionally representing ColloPack throughout the US at industry events, tradeshows, and in-person meetings.  
•  Understanding priorities and goal setting with efficient time management. 
•  Identifying opportunities for additional sales opportunities with existing customers of all ColloPack equipment offerings.
•  Preparation and presentation of customized plans, budgets and schedules for each customer.
•  Prioritizing duties effectively and managing sales cycle to maximize efficiency.
•  Following up with customers on a timely basis.

Qualifications:  
•  Bachelor’s degree in Enology and Viticulture, Food Science or Chemistry highly desirable. A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing or related disciplines will be considered with a proven knowledge of wine production.  
•  Previous experience in the Central Valley with relationships in place at wineries in the territory.
•  Experience in winemaking and an understanding of winery production equipment and facilities.
•  Filtration experience.
•  Good presentation and listening skills.
•  Technical sales experience highly desirable.
•  Strong organization skills required.
•  Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively facilitate internal and external business relationships.
•  Hard-working, trustworthy and positive demeanor.

Interested in applying?  email your resume to me at amy@winetalent.net.