Wine Production & Export Coordinator (Stellenbosch)

Global Exporters of Fine Wine are in the market for a Wine Export Coordinator. It is critical that this individual come with Wine Export knowledge along with experience in Production Planning and be in possession of a drivers license. 

This opportunity has strong preferences for Employment Equity individuals

DAILY FUNCTIONS:  

EXPORT COORDINATION:

• Processing Export orders (from start to finish)
• Applying for all relevant certificates for exports
• Sensorial Renewals submissions
• Liaising with freight forwarders and international clients
• Responsible for spot checks of export bottle stocks on sight
• Facilitate new vintage sample allocation for export customers
• Ensure all export certifications are in order

PRODUCTION PLANNING:

• Ordering/approving and signing off labels
• Ordering dry goods and packaging
• Schedule bottling and labelling
• Sourcing of bulk wines to be tasted by winemaker.
• Ensure bulk wine contracts are in place.
• Visiting bottling plants during production
• Stock forecasting, production planning and control in conjunction with MD
• Sales reporting and forecasting in conjunction with MD and Sales Team
• Support to the business in chasing production-related invoices/credit notes/statements from suppliers and ensure the correctness thereof

OPERATIONS AND LOGISTICS:

• Update all relevant industry licenses (including liquor licenses, FDA renewals, Texas Customs, TABC administration)
• Reconcile monthly movements of bottle stock between warehouses
• Maintain good relationships with all external stakeholders
• Facilitate and draft the Annual Sales Budget and Annual Production Budget  in conjunction with MD
• Measure and calculate the cost to complete alongside Annual Production Budget
• Administer and manage the Company’s Business Insurance Policy with external Broker
• Monthly reconciliation of Excise Litres from service providers bonded warehouses

CRITERIA: 

• 2 – 5 years of experience Exporting of Wine across the globe & Production Planning of Wine is critical
• Drivers licence is critical 
• Professional client communication and able to build trust and strong alliances
• Strong team orientation, is energised by being part of the team, dedication to building the team and encouraging team work, inclusive and welcoming
• Demonstrates dedication to tasks and  
• Focused & Energetic
• Excellent English (Business English) communication skills
• Able and willing to perform additional tasks 
• Willingness to conduct client research and make sales calls 
• Strong organisation and planning skills 
• Able to prioritise tasks in order of importance