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MICHAEL PRAMUK

Napa,CA

Summary

Professional, personable, and motivated sales manager with a proven track record of advancing sales and driving revenue. Successfully navigated the wholesale wine sales industry for a premier Napa Valley winery, as well as the packaging and closure industry. Thrives in managing independent clients within the beverage and wine sector, specifically in Napa, Sonoma, Mendocino, and Amador counties. Known for strong focus on team collaboration and delivering results, has earned a reputation for reliability and adaptability in the face of changing market demands. Proficient in strategic planning, client relationship management, and sales strategy development, ensures success and growth even in highly competitive environments.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Manager - Closure Division

G3 Enterprises
03.2023 - 09.2024

Established strong customer relationships on the North Coast in the wine industry, resulting in increased revenue within each account

  • Successfully achieved business referrals within G3 across sales divisions in label and bottle etching.
  • Increased customer base by nearly 40% in 6 months, with 200+ cork and glass clients, totaling over $2 million in revenue in 9 months in 2023 and 2 million in revenue in 9 months in 2024, with $800K in glass and 1.2 million in corks.
  • Strived to gain share of wallet within customer base with glass, corks, label.
  • Managed the entire sales cycle from prospecting to closing deals, consistently achieving high conversion rates
  • Participated actively in industry conferences and trade shows to expand network and generate new business opportunities
  • Negotiated pricing agreements with clients based on volume commitments or long-term contracts, resulting in increased revenue
  • Built strong rapport with clients through regular communication channels including phone calls, emails, meetings

North Bay Sales Representative

Quintessential Wines
09.2022 - 02.2023
  • Provided ongoing support to customers post-sale, ensuring their satisfaction and addressing any concerns or issues
  • Collaborated with sales team to develop and implement effective sales strategies
  • Responded promptly to inquiries from potential customers via phone calls or emails
  • Maintained accurate records of all interactions with prospects and customers using CRM software
  • Built rapport with customers through active listening and understanding their unique needs
  • Provided exceptional customer service throughout the entire sales process, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction

Northern California Market Manager

Caymus Vineyards
08.2014 - 06.2022
  • Proven track record in developing and maintaining strong relationships with distributor partners while identifying and obtaining new regional accounts
  • Lead sales blitzes, surveys, winemaker visits and other sales promotional activities within the region
  • Manage regional sales budgets, including pricing structures and programs
  • Monitor and control distributor inventory and assist in placing new orders for shipments
  • Ability to see market opportunities and develop specific distribution plans to correct negative trends

Wine Educator

Caymus Vineyards
09.2011 - 08.2014
  • Build and maintain long-term customer relationships while exceeding monthly sales goals
  • Host retail wine tastings that convey brand image and lead to sales transactions and brand loyalty
  • Educate clients about wine, wine making techniques, winery information and family history
  • Engaging in direct-to-consumer sales with elite customers of Caymus Vineyards

Education

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Napa Valley College
Napa, CA
09-2001

Skills

  • Presentation Skills
  • Account Management
  • CRM Software
  • Salesforce
  • Business Development
  • Prospecting
  • Outside Sales
  • Product knowledge
  • Client relationship management

Languages

spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Sales Manager - Closure Division

G3 Enterprises
03.2023 - 09.2024

North Bay Sales Representative

Quintessential Wines
09.2022 - 02.2023

Northern California Market Manager

Caymus Vineyards
08.2014 - 06.2022

Wine Educator

Caymus Vineyards
09.2011 - 08.2014

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Napa Valley College
MICHAEL PRAMUK