Entrepreneurial Growth & Profit Manager Location: Toscana (Maremma) VALDONICA Winery You live in the region or relocate into Maremma Italian and English is a must, German is a benefit Are you ready to make a significant impact in the wine industry? We are a well-established start-up winery in the heart of Toscana, where we also operate a thriving hospitality business, including an Agrihotel and Restaurant. We are seeking a dedicated Profit & Growth Manager to join our team and play a crucial role in driving profitability and fostering growth through innovative initiatives. In this position, you will collaborate closely with the Growth & Profit Manager in Hospitality and report directly to the owner. This role offers the exciting potential to transition into a CEO position within 3-5 years. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Growth & Innovation: Develop and implement innovative programs to drive customer engagement and revenue growth. Enhance private client sales by launching new initiatives, such as a Wine Club. Oversee invoicing, shipment, and inventory management of wine. Profitability: Analyze and enhance the winery's profitability. Budget Management: Prepare and manage the annual budget, ensuring alignment with business goals and objectives. Make payments and manage receivables, ensuring timely processing and accuracy. Business Management: Provide insights and recommendations to improve overall business performance and implement those strategies. Business Administration: Support administrative functions to streamline operations and enhance efficiency. Staffing: Manage staffing needs, ensuring the right talent is in place to support business objectives. Corporate Integrate business and finance data for both the winery and hospitality sectors. Maintain organized financial records and reports to facilitate informed decision-making. Provide continuous reporting of business and finance data to corporate stakeholders. Review and approve all payments and receivables related to hospitality operations. Make corporate payments, ensuring timely processing and accuracy. Communicate with external partners, including banks, accountants, and industry associations. Infrastructure Oversee the maintenance of infrastructure, including gardens and buildings. QUALIFICATIONS Proven experience in driving growth within a company. Demonstrated experience in managing a business or business unit. Entrepreneurial mindset with a passion for innovation. A degree in Business Administration or a related field is preferred but not required. Strong financial management skills and analytical abilities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment. Italian and English are a must, German is a plus. WHY JOIN US? We are a rising star in the winery industry, committed to excellence and innovation. Join our passionate team and contribute to our mission of creating exceptional wines while driving business success. With your strong results in growth and profitability, you will have the opportunity to step into a CEO role as the current owner plans to retire in the next three to five years. HOW TO APPLY If you are excited about this opportunity, please send your resume and cover letter to jobvaldonica.com by October 31st 2024. We look forward to hearing from you We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Job Type: Full-time Pay: From €1,800.00 per month Expected Start Date: 01/11/2024 J-18808-Ljbffr