We are seeking a dynamic, results-driven, and highly motivated District Manager to join our team, based in the Tampa/St. Petersburg area and overseeing the Central and North Florida markets. This role is responsible for driving growth across Kobrand’s full portfolio within key accounts, collaborating with suppliers and distributor sales teams, organizing special events, and implementing corporate market initiatives.

The duties and responsibilities of the position include the following (other duties may be assigned as needed):

• 85% focus on account management / 10% focus on distributor management/ 5% administrative.
• Maintain a key account list and develop personal relationships with key buyers/owners and managers
• Work with local distributors and Kobrand suppliers to sell brand to retailers
• Propose and conduct on/off premise promotional events
• Conduct wine tastings and wine dinners for consumers/trade
• Review monthly account performance
• Identify market trends and opportunities and propose action plans to supervisor
• Manage individual quota for depletions, placements and qualitative efforts

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum three years’ experience selling fine wines (Sommelier, Supplier, Distributor)
• Must have proven track record in developing new business, managing existing accounts, calling and maintaining business relationships
• Must have exceptional closing skills, strong verbal/written communication and organizational skills
• Passion and knowledge of wine, wine regions and the wine industry (WSET, CSW a plus)
• Strong computer skills are a MUST (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)
• Must be 21 years of age
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Must be able to travel within the territory up to 25% of the time

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to comfortably lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to walk, stand, climb, balance, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel or crouch on a daily basis

Kobrand Corporation offers a competitive salary, a performance-based bonus and comprehensive benefits package. The determination of what a specific employee in this job classification is paid depends on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, prior employment history/job-related skills and qualifications, length of service and geographic location. This job classification is bonus-eligible, with bonus potential subject to applicable bonus plan terms and conditions.