VP Sales - Chain Spirits SoCal

Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) is a family-owned business with roots extending before Prohibition that has evolved into one of the nation's largest wine and spirits wholesalers. Our success is grounded in our core values of Family, Service, Accountability, Honesty, and Professionalism. We offer a vibrant, inclusive culture and workplace experience for individuals who want a career that makes them feel accomplished and engaged. RNDC values the health and well-being of our associates, inside and outside the office, offering dynamic health and wellness benefits that supply exceptional care and value. RNDC is geared toward growing our footprint and our people. Join our team of energetic professionals who believe in many happy hours and are experts in our craft.SummaryVP Sale will be responsible for the planning and implementation of the supplier's national and/or regional account programs; make sales calls on national and/or regional accounts, guide the development of company products, pricing policies, and sales strategies. Train and manage a national/regional accounts team to effectively accomplish the goals set forth by suppliers and the company.In this role, you willResponsible for the planning and implementation of a supplier's national account program. Makes sales calls on national and/or regional accounts and guides the development of company products, pricing policies, and sales strategies as necessary to ensure market penetration, projected profits, and growth in line with planned corporate objectives.Responsible for the strategic and tactical planning and sales of the company's brands in national and regional accounts that influence wine and spirits in company markets.Manages, reviews, verifies, maintains and controls budgets, forecasts, prepares action plans, reports, hard-codes; business reviews, and work schedules of the national account management team.Travels to sales territories to monitor field activities and gain perspective of current market conditions. Plans, searches out, and develops sales opportunities among potential national/regional accounts. Routinely engages with RNDC leadership keeping them in front of account and/or supplier trends, issues and opportunities.Ensures the necessary market research, planning, and analysis of customer products and market opportunities are accomplished.Prepares monthly national/regional sales reports. Ensures that supplier sales programs and goals are attained. Maintains appropriate files, completes other periodic reports and required documentation.Responsible for appropriate staffing, maintenance, and development of the sales organization in order to accomplish the department's goals and objectives. Maintains a safe, healthy working environment in compliance with state, federal and local statutes. Provides a business environment conducive to professional development and career progress.Upholds ethical practice in all the department's activities. Ensures that all sales personnel conduct themselves in accord with all statutes, federal state and local, governing the sale of alcoholic beverages at all times. Ensure that all sales activities are conducted in compliance with all statutes, federal, state and local, with regard to company credit regulations and procedures.Will organize the structure of management to ensure that the sales organization is appropriately staffed for the achievement of department and supplier sales objectives. Will create contact plans that reflect frequent sales and service calls to all accounts in order to maintain a high level of customer satisfaction and quality brand representation. Contact plans will provide for appropriate territory assignment to achieve the most effective time and territory management.Responsible for the timely review and evaluation of every member of the sales organization with regards to company policies and procedures, the meeting of sales goals and quotas and the facilitation of others to meet / surpass their goals / quotas.Will perform any other tasks outside of those listed above that are necessary to ensure the success of the company and the maximization of any and all business opportunities.Carries out management responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.Possession of and operating a motor vehicle to access customer accounts for delivery, promotion, and efficient and prompt sales and other key activities.What you bring to RNDCBachelor's degree (B. A.) or equivalent; or four to ten years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. 10 years of previous management experience with an alcoholic beverage wholesaler or supplier preferred.Certificates, Licenses, RegistrationsRequires a current, valid state driver's license.Ability to meet vehicle insurance requirements as defined by the Company.Alcohol Beverage Commission (ABC) License, as required by the state.What's In It For You401(k) with company matching.Medical, dental and vision benefits.Generous paid time off program – work your way up to 5 weeks of PTO a year with the ability to carryover unused PTO.Paid volunteer time.Paid parental leave.Paid caregiver leave.Fertility benefits.Paid training.Company paid life insurance, short-term disability, and company-paid holidays.Associate resource groups, and diversity, equity, and inclusion programs available for all associates.COVID-19 ConsiderationsWe follow CDC Guidelines and have a fun and safe environment for our teams.Bonus if you bringBachelor's degree.Previous experience in the Wine and Spirits industry.WSET certifications.CompensationThis compensation information is a good faith estimate and provided in accordance with California state law. Similar positions located outside of this jurisdiction may not necessarily receive the same compensation. The target salary range for this position is $250,000 - $300,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on skills, capabilities, previous experience, education and other factors.Republic National Distributing Company and National Distributing Company are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers. It is our policy not to discriminate against any Employee or Applicant. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. This policy of nondiscrimination in employment includes but is not limited to: recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, employment advertising or solicitations, compensation, layoff or termination of employment.For candidates applying to a job in California, please refer to the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). To learn about the CCPA click here.RNDC is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to people with disabilities throughout the job application and interview process, to the point of undue hardship. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please email [email protected]. EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability #J-18808-Ljbffr