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Job Description: Winery Logistics Manager Location: Napa Department: Operations / Supply Chain Reports To: General Manager Employment Type: Full-Time ________________________________________ Position Summary: We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Logistics Manager to lead and coordinate all aspects of wine fulfillment, shipping, inventory logistics, and compliance. This role is critical in ensuring smooth and cost-effective movement of our wines from production to customers—across DTC, wholesale, and export channels. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in wine or beverage logistics and a strong understanding of industry-specific compliance and shipping processes. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities: Order Fulfillment & Shipment Coordination •  Oversee daily shipping operations for DTC (Direct-to-Consumer), wholesale, and distributor orders •  Ensure all orders are packed accurately, labeled properly, and shipped on time •  Manage logistics for bulk wine, case goods, and sample shipments •  Coordinate LTL, UPS, FedEx, and freight carriers; troubleshoot delays or damages •  Implement and maintain shipping schedules, cost controls, and transit tracking systems Inventory & Warehouse Interface •  Work closely with Warehouse Manager to ensure real-time inventory accuracy and tracking •  Coordinate inventory movements between bonded, production, and storage locations •  Maintain records of case goods and bulk wine transfers in compliance with TTB/ABC regulations •  Reconcile monthly inventory reports and support annual physical inventory counts Compliance & Documentation •  Ensure shipping and labeling practices comply with state and federal regulations (TTB, ABC, FedEx alcohol policies, etc.) •  Manage documentation for domestic and international shipping, including BOLs, customs declarations, and export permits •  Stay updated on compliance rules by state and channel (especially for alcohol shipments) Cross-Department Coordination •  Collaborate with Sales, Production, and Finance teams to align fulfillment with customer and distributor expectations •  Coordinate with Marketing for club shipments, seasonal promotions, and custom packaging •  Provide delivery timelines and tracking to Sales and Customer Service teams Process Improvement & Vendor Management •  Identify and implement improvements to reduce shipping costs and improve fulfillment speed •  Negotiate contracts and manage relationships with shipping carriers, third-party warehouses, and freight brokers •  Implement systems (ERP, WMS, TMS) or optimize existing workflows for efficiency and visibility ________________________________________ Required Qualifications: •  2+ years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or shipping (wine or beverage industry strongly preferred) •  Strong understanding of alcohol shipping regulations (ABC, TTB, FedEx/UPS alcohol shipping rules) •  Experience with logistics platforms and ERP systems (e.g., Vintrace, ShipCompliant, Fishbowl, Netsuite) •  Strong organizational and multitasking abilities •  Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal •  Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, and shipment tracking tools •  Ability to manage vendor relationships and internal team collaboration ________________________________________ Preferred Qualifications: •  Experience in a winery, beverage production, or alcohol distribution environment •  Familiarity with 3PL providers, bonded warehouses, and export logistics •  Forklift certified or experience working with warehouse environments •  Knowledge of wine club logistics or DTC e-commerce fulfillment a plus ________________________________________ Education: •  Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or a related field preferred •  Equivalent relevant experience will be considered ________________________________________ Working Conditions: •  Hybrid work environment with physical presence required during fulfillment weeks •  May require occasional evening or weekend work during wine club or high-volume shipping periods •  Ability to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally during packaging or inventory movement Create a Job Alert Receive an email alert when similar new jobs are posted. It's free, fast and easy. Create Alert

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