General Manager: Winemaking - Hexrivier, South Africa - M3 Human Capital Management

M3 Human Capital Management

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Hexrivier, South Africa

1 week ago

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Thabo Mthembu

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Description

De Doorns Cellar, a renowned wine producer situated in the heart of Western Cape's wine

General Manager duties:
*Provide strategic leadership and direction to achieve company objectives and financial targets *Oversee day-to-day operations of the winery, including staffing, budgeting, and resource allocation *Develop and execute marketing and sales strategies to promote De Doorns Cellar wines and expand market reach *Foster positive relationships with distributors, buyer and industry stakeholders to drive sales growth and brand recognition *Implement and maintain stringent quality, safety, and environmental standards across all operations *Lead and mentor staff, fostering a culture of teamwork, excellence, and continuous improvement.

Winemaking duties:
*Direct and supervise all aspects of winemaking processes, from grape intake to delivery of bulk and a limited quantity of bottled wines, whilst maintaining high standards of quality and consistency *Develop and implement innovative winemaking techniques to enhance product portfolio and meet consumer demands *Manage cellar operations, including fermentation, aging, blending, and quality control procedures, including cellar maintenance *Collaborate with producers and grape growers to ensure the procurement of top-quality grapes for winemaking *Conduct regular tasting evaluations to monitor wine quality and make necessary adjustments.

Essential qualifications, skills and experience:

Bachelor's degree in Viticulture/Oenology/Food Science, or related field (Advanced degree preferred);
Proven experience as a Winemaker, with a track record of producing awardwinning wines;
Minimum 58 years' experience in a leadership/management role, within the wine industry;
Indepth knowledge of winemaking processes, grape varieties, and vineyard management practices;
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills;
Proficiency in budgeting, financial analysis, and business management;
Passion for wine and a commitment to upholding the reputation and legacy of De Doorns Cellar.
If you are a talented Winemaker with proven leadership abilities and a passion for excellence, we invite you to join the team at De Doorns Cellar, and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of their esteemed winery._

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Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Application Deadline: 2024/04/03