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Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars is a luxury wine estate that is proud to call Napa Valley our home. We are best known for producing the Cabernet Sauvignon that beat the best of Bordeaux in the 1976 Judgment of Paris. Today, we specialize in Cabernet Sauvignon but also produce Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay and several wines that are only available direct to consumer. Our wines are a force for gatherings and conversations to serve the well-being of our consumers, our communities, and our land. This approach has resulted in our ability to offer consumers outstanding and distinctive wines from one of the best regions in world.

We are currently seeking highly qualified candidates for a Sr. Manager, Grower Relations to join our team in Napa at Stag's Leap Wine Cellars.

What you will do:

• Develop, implement, monitor and/or advise on custom viticulture programs for California wineries for contracted grower vineyards in areas including but not limited to:
  
  • Irrigation Management
  
  
  • Vine/Soil Nutrition Management
  
  
  • Vineyard Cultural Practices
  
  
  • Pest & Disease Management
  
  
  • Grape Quality Management
  
  
  • Sustainable Agricultural Practices
  
  
  • Canopy Management
  
  
• Responsible for development and implementation of grower relations programs including management of grower contracts.


• Direct interaction with contract growers, outside contractors and vendors.


• Represent company with state and county regulatory agencies and in technical groups, seminars, conferences, etc.


• Interface with Winemakers and Growers to communicate observations about various vineyard locations and provide specific recommendations.


• Actively promote improvements in the vineyards throughout the season for enhancement of wine-growing practices.


• Provide viticulture information necessary for grape assessment.


• Coordinate and oversee grape harvesting and deliveries during crush.


• Models Our Ways of Working and facilitates a respectful and inclusive work environment enabling all team members to contribute to their full potential.


• Sets clear expectations and standards of accountability, crafting an environment where teams and individuals take ownership for their actions and results, both positive and those not meeting standard.


• Provides recognition for results in a culturally appropriate manner.


• Actively recruits and develops a robust and diverse workforce.


• Uses conversation to listen, engage, and provide timely performance feedback in a constructive manner to bring out an individual’s best work.

What you will bring:

• BS degree in Viticulture (preferred)


• 5+ years experience in viticulture or vineyard management.


• Must possess a strong working knowledge of plant physiology, sustainable agriculture, soil science, nutrition, and irrigation management.


• Must possess good, time management, and organizational skills.


• Demonstrate the ability to work independently as well as with other team members.


• Proficient in computer related technologies.


• Possess an understanding of sensory analysis and winemaking.


• Ability to work extended hours and weekends during certain times of the season.


• History of responsible use of alcohol and other appropriate conduct, as well as fitness to be licensed, permitted, and/or certified by state and/or local regulatory bodies.


• Valid driver’s license.

Who you are:

• You are curious and continuously learn and grow your capabilities.


• You respect and value the power of conversation to bring people together, learn and tackle problems.


• You value inclusion and work to build an environment where everyone feels encouraged and every voice is heard.


• You are innovative and have the courage to pursue new insights.


• You make an impact by being ambitious and taking action.

We believe in developing the leadership skills of our employees by providing opportunities for training, development and advancement.

In addition to the opportunity to apply and develop your skills toward key business objectives, we offer an excellent compensation package including a competitive base salary, comprehensive health insurance, participation in our 401k programs and incentive compensation programs.

Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars is part of Ste. Michelle Wine Estates and is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other protected class. For more information, see the EEOC's "Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law" poster.

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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