Consumer Events and Concerts Manager

A Consumer Events and Concerts Manager job in Woodinville, WA is available at Chateau Ste. Michelle.  The overall purpose of this position includes responsibility for developing and executing various winery experiences, managing our annual concert series, ensuring a high-end unique consumer experience for our club members, while supporting daily hospitality activities that drive sales results.  The successful candidate will have leadership responsibility to bring memorable, remarkable, and shareable consumer experience to life at Chateau Ste. Michelle.

This role requires a flexible schedule to support events. During concert season, May through September, this schedule will require evening and weekend availability throughout the summer. This position is primarily onsite, with limited remote flexibility. Depending on business needs and event schedules, remote work may be available up to one day per week, though it is not guaranteed. Remote work once per week is more common during winter months, while spring and summer operations require a fully onsite presence.

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates is the largest wine company in the Pacific Northwest, and among the largest premium wine companies in the U.S, with roots dating back to 1933. Throughout our 90 year history, what has remained constant is our unwavering commitment to quality, service to our customers, and connection with our community. We are proud that our award-winning wines farmed in Washington are an expression of all the best things about the Pacific Northwest — the spirit of people, the abundance of the land, and the excellence-driven culture. Our distinctive portfolio of wines, including Chateau Ste. Michelle, 14 Hands, Columbia Crest, Intrinsic, Liquid Light, Northstar, and Spring Valley Vineyard, are enjoyed across the U.S. and distributed in over 100 countries.

Consumer Events and Concerts Manager job responsibilities include:

• Develop, manage, and execute various winery experiences across all consumer channels, including consumer, corporate, club, concert, and retail events.
• Support year-round music programming for Chateau Ste. Michelle, including local music offerings, fall and holiday programming, and management of all SMWE responsibilities related to the annual concert series.
• Serve as the primary liaison with vendors, agencies, and external partners, including contract negotiation and relationship management.
• Interface with Digital Marketing to coordinate print and web projects, including initiating job requests, proofing drafts, and tracking deadlines.
• Oversee all aspects of event planning and execution, including operations, marketing support, logistics, onsite management, post-event evaluation, budget tracking, and invoice processing.
• Partner with the Retail and Club Managers to establish event objectives, drive revenue, and support financial reporting and invoicing processes.
• Collaborate closely with culinary team for all event programming.
• Lead and oversee Event Specialist responsibilities, including private revenue-generating events, virtual tasting experiences, and other winery-specific event programming.
• Plan and manage large scale events such as holiday programming, consumer case sales, employee functions, etc.
• Engage and consult with the Compliance team as needed on new event concepts.
• Support management of all internal VIP experiences for the Woodinville property year-round, including concert series trade guests and visits.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit at desk for extended period of time.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to move tables and chairs in and out of event spaces.
• Ability to set up and breakdown event spaces.

Position Requirements:

• Must be 21 years of age with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Events, and Retail Experiences preferred.
• Class 12 MAST Permit and Food Handler’s Permit required.
• Must have a valid Driver’s License.
• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience required, with at least 3 years of customer service and sales experience (retail/hospitality/winery preferred).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills that include public speaking.
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to train others and monitor their performance and provide feedback in an events environment.
• Advanced level of proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Must have an elevated level of ability for detail, organization, problem solving and personnel management with ability to pivot quickly based on needs of business.
• 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.

Your Compensation:

$70,289.00 - $91,494.00 per year based upon relevant experience.

At Ste. Michelle Wine Estates we believe in paying our employees equal pay for equal work. Individual offers are made dependent upon a candidate’s prior experience and education level as it pertains to the role.

Benefits of working with Ste. Michelle Wine Estates:

Our Total Rewards programs are designed to attract, motivate, and retain talented, curious people with a passion for innovation, collaboration, continuous improvement, and growth.  We offer leading programs that inspire and reward superior performance and foster an inclusive, diverse, and healthy workforce.

• Health Care Coverage including medical, dental, vision & prescription – eligible on date of hire for full-time employees
• Paid Vacation & Holidays
• 401(k) with Employer Match and Supplemental Contribution
• Employee Wine Discounts

Culture at Ste. Michelle:

We Challenge: We are driven to succeed in everything we do, and we challenge ourselves and our team to perform at the highest level.

We Care: We put people first – our team, our consumers, our customers, our communities.

We Collaborate: We believe there is nothing we can’t accomplish – together – and we believe lifting up those around us is essential to achieving both individual and collective success.

Harvest your potential, Uncork the possibilities!  If you are interested in a Consumer Events and Concerts Manager position in Woodinville, WA please apply now.

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Ste. Michelle Wine Estates 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. 

Salary : $70,289 - $91,494