July 22, 2013
Mitroff Consulting & Associates has been retained to conduct a search for the General Manager of a prestigious Napa Valley WineryOur Client is a boutique winery producing world class wines and their wines’ reflects the unique characteristics of its terroir. This newly created position of General Manager is an outstanding opportunity to have a hand in establishing the “footprint” – the General Manager’s vision – for this world class winery.
Here is a brief version of what we are looking for:
- five plus years of proven successful general management experience in the wine industry
- demonstrated track record of developing strategic plans, especially for a winery
- successful sales and marketing experience, both direct-to-consumer and through traditional channels, is mandatory
- proven, superior successful record of selling and marketing wine through an allotment versus a wine club model
- proven ability to build an upscale image of brands, especially consistent with premium and ultra-premium wines and vineyards
- excellent skills at managing others
- demonstrated ability to be diplomatic and not deviate from goals
- strong computer knowledge, skills and abilities
- successful experience overseeing the development of the tasting room
- possess high energy level, commitment to excellence, a balanced professional, with a sense of humor and someone who shows a lifetime effort to grow and be a contributor
- are driven to succeed … as a team
- value ethics, integrity and superior work environment; have an optimistic attitude.
Please note: All correspondence with Mitroff Consulting & Associates is confidential.
Thanks in advance for any help you can offer -- We really appreciate it!
Norm Mitroff Mitroff Consulting & Associates (707) 963-8410 www.normanmitroff.com




