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As grower relations manager, you will be responsible for sourcing quality grapes, scouting/monitoring, harvest sampling and scheduling harvest of external vineyards for our brands: Bonterra, 1000 Stories and Fetzer. Your primary geographic focus will be both the Interior Valley—San Joaquin, Stanislaus, Yolo, Madera and Fresno counties—and Central Coast—Monterey, San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties. There will be occasional travel to North Coast, Mendocino County.

This position provides autonomy as you will work remotely and travel within the assigned territory. Company vehicle is provided and the ideal candidate will be based in the greater Lodi - Stockton area with secondary preference to the Modesto -Turlock area.

Key Objectives:

• Source quality grapes and manage relationship with current and potential wine grape suppliers


• Provide intelligence and guidance on market conditions and wine grape supply to senior decision makers


• Develop an in-depth understanding of viticultural nuances of the respective regions


• Scout/monitor for pests and diseases throughout all external vineyards within the territory


• Weekly reporting of growth stage, insect and disease pressures and any pertinent information gained from the field to director of grower relations


• Conduct crop estimates throughout the season for utilization within winery capacity logistics


• Create and maintain vineyard maps


• Harvest sampling and scheduling of fruit to multiple winery facilities

Essential Duties:

Viticulture, Technical and Business Relations – 65%

• Develop strong business and professional relationships with contracted winegrowers in assigned regions and develop relationships with potential growers


• Initiate and advance negotiations under guidelines set by the director of grower relations. Support the grower relations director and the grower relations specialist in the production, delivery, and management of contracts, written grower communications and accounting documents


• Develop an in-depth understanding of the viticultural nuances of assigned regions, including aspects of climate and soil and a knowledge of winegrower reputation, affiliations, and attitude. Stay educated on the latest viticultural techniques, organic practices and industry developments


• Promote improved wine grape quality through frequent vineyard visits and knowledge sharing. Monitor and document grower practices and grapevine phenology and advise growers on best winegrowing practices through farm plans


• Create a schedule to ensure that vineyards are continually evaluated for conditions such as rot, mildew, presence of insect pests, disease, vine collapse and vineyard and vine appearance. Collect and review pesticide use reports from growers prior to harvest as well as sustainable and organic certifications Provide frequent and in-depth vineyard updates to winemakers and managers and organize vineyard tours as requested


• Provide information on wine grape market conditions to senior managers as requested, including information on pricing trends, planting activity and competitor activity

Crop Estimation – 15%

• Collect field data necessary to estimate annual and future yields in contracted vineyards; develop block yield estimates and provide data to grower relations specialist, vineyard managers and management. Manage a database of past estimates and actuals, and component data


• Continually gather and supply up-to-date information on regional crop size and condition

Harvest Management – 20%

• Work with grower relations and winemaking staff to plan and execute harvest logistics to ensure timely delivery of grapes of the proper quality and quantity. During harvest, take sugar samples and monitor grape maturity in the assigned regions providing information and feedback to winemakers, grower relations department and growers. Hire and supervise seasonal vit techs (sugar samplers)


• Support winemaking staff in scheduling of harvest for contract growers; provide timely block ripeness and condition assessments; supervise seasonal harvest staff. Manage grower contractual obligations such as contract maximum tons, quality assessments, delivery requirements, etc.


• Coordinate and communicate harvest schedule with growers and winemaking staff to ensure all internal partners are current

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As Grower Relations Representative, you will be responsible for scouting/monitoring, harvest sampling and scheduling harvest of external vineyards for our brands: Bonterra, 1000 Stories and Fetzer. Your primary focus will be on the Northern Interior Valley (Lodi, Delta) and San Joaquin and Stanislaus counties with occasional travel to the Central Coast and North Coast areas.

This is a great opportunity to pursue a regular, full-time position and build experience in grower relations and the viticulture arena. If you have practical experience gained through multiple harvest seasons and are launching your career in this arena, we want to hear from you.

This position provides autonomy as you will work remotely and travel within the assigned territory. Company vehicle is provided and the ideal candidate will be based in the Lodi area with secondary preference to those located near Davis or within Napa or Sonoma counties.

Key Objectives:

• Maintain relationships with current and potential wine grape suppliers
• Provide intelligence and guidance on market conditions and wine grape supply to senior decision-makers
• Develop an in-depth understanding of viticultural nuances of the Northern Interior Valley
• Scout/monitor for pests and diseases throughout all external vineyards within the territory
• Weekly reporting of growth stage, insect and disease pressures and any pertinent information gained from the field to Director of Grower Relations
• Conduct crop estimates throughout the season for utilization within winery capacity logistics
• Create and maintain vineyard maps
• Harvest sampling and scheduling of fruit

Essential Functions:

Viticulture, Technical and Business Relations – 65%

Develop strong business and professional relationships with contracted winegrowers in the Northern Interior and develop relationships with potential growers.

Support Director of Grower Relations and Grower Relations Administrator in the production, delivery and management of contracts and written grower communications.

Develop an in-depth understanding of the viticultural nuances of the Northern Interior region, including aspects of climate and soil and a knowledge of winegrower reputation, affiliations, and attitude. Stay educated on the latest viticultural techniques, organic practices and industry developments.

Promote improved wine grape quality through frequent vineyard visits and knowledge sharing. Monitor and document grower practices and grapevine phenology and advise growers on best winegrowing practices through farm plans.

Create a schedule to ensure that vineyards are continually evaluated for conditions such as rot, mildew, presence of insect pests, disease, vine collapse and vineyard and vine appearance. Collect and review pesticide use reports from growers prior to harvest as well as sustainable and organic certifications. Provide frequent and in-depth vineyard updates to winemakers and managers and organize vineyard tours as requested.

Provide information on wine grape market conditions to senior managers as requested, including information on pricing trends, planting activity and competitor activity.

Crop Estimation – 15%

Collect field data necessary to estimate annual and future yields in contracted vineyards; develop block yield estimates and provide data to Grower Relations Administrator, vineyard managers and management. Manage a database of past estimates and actuals, and component data.

Continually gather and supply up-to-date information on regional crop size and condition.

Harvest Management – 20%

Work with grower relations and winemaking staff to plan and execute harvest logistics to ensure timely delivery of grapes of the proper quality and quantity. During harvest, take sugar samples and monitor grape maturity in the Northern Interior providing information and feedback to winemakers, grower relations department and growers. Hire and supervise seasonal Vit Techs (sugar samplers).

Support winemaking staff in scheduling of harvest for contract growers; provide timely block ripeness and condition assessments; supervise seasonal harvest staff. Manage grower contractual obligations such as contract maximum tons, quality assessments, delivery requirements, etc.

Coordinate and communicate harvest schedule with growers and winemaking staff to ensure all internal partners are current.

Must Requirements:

• A Bachelor of Science degree in Viticulture, Enology, Plant Science or related field plus a minimum of two (2) years prior viticulture or vineyard management experience or equivalent education/experience combination.
• If you have practical experience gained through multiple harvest seasons and are launching your career in this arena, we want to hear from you.
• Experience or an interest in organic and biodynamic farming practices
• Regional knowledge of soils, climates and farming issues
• Excellent knowledge of viticulture and a general knowledge of winemaking practices and cycles
• Highly skilled in Microsoft Suite and data management products, email and use of the Internet
• Self-motivated. Highly organized with acute attention to detail. Ability to understand and work with numbers.
• Ability to develop relationships with all levels of internal and external contacts including management team members, grower, processors, etc.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to present to a group of people.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple project. Effective time management skills.
• A Valid CA Driver’s License – this position will require travel throughout the Northern Interior Valley and on occasion, will travel to the Central Coast and North Coast areas
• Ability to travel overnight approximately 65% of the time.

Preferred Requirements:

• PCA/CCA license, a plus
• Wine tasting skills, a plus

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift and carry 40lbs; ability to drive motor vehicle long distances and travel extensively within the assigned region; able to work in all weather conditions including hot/cold weather temperatures, mud, dust, soft soil and uneven terrain.

About Fetzer Vineyards:

Fetzer Vineyards’ California winery operation includes Mendocino County winery, production and over 1000 acres of vineyard locations. The company employs over 300 across the United States.

Location:

This position is field-based with the ideal candidate located in the Lodi area with secondary preference to those located near Davis or within Napa or Sonoma counties.

Fetzer Vineyards’ corporate office is located at 12901 Old River Rd Hopland, CA 95449 Hopland is a small town of less than 800 people located at the start of the Redwoods of Northern California. It is about a two-hour drive, along scenic U.S. Route 101, north of San Francisco.

To apply:

Tell us about your passion for the wine industry by applying online http://fetzervineyards.appone.com

Requires successful completion of criminal background, DMV check and drug screen. AA/EOE/M/F/D/V You will be required to submit verification of your citizenship or legal right to work in the United States at the time of an offer of employment.

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