Marketing Manager

Messina Hof Wine Cellars, Inc. is a prestigious family owned and operated winery established in 1977 in Bryan, Texas. Renowned for its dedication to high quality, world-class wine production, Messina Hof has expanded impressively since 2012, doubling its size and producing more than 200,000 gallons of premium wine annually. With facilities across several Texas locations including Bryan, Fredericksburg, Grapevine, and Richmond, the company offers a unique fusion of exceptional winemaking and genuine hospitality, making it one of the most awarded wineries in the state. The company prides itself on a team of honest and passionate professionals who embody its values of innovation, excellence, and family traditions, contributing to a rapidly growing brand in the exciting and thriving wine industry.

The role available is a full-time Marketing Manager position reporting to the Chief Administrative Officer at Messina Hof. This exempt role requires a highly skilled and dynamic individual responsible for overseeing all aspects of marketing, public relations, and digital sales/e-commerce across all the winery's departments and the broader Messina Hof brand. The manager will work collaboratively across the company’s various locations and departments to develop and execute strategic marketing campaigns, digital initiatives, and public relations efforts aimed at expanding the company’s market share and brand presence. A crucial focus will be on leveraging emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, to enhance marketing efficiency and effectiveness.

The Marketing Manager will play a key role in coordinating marketing and sales efforts, planning advertising campaigns, creating promotions, and managing digital sales channels including the company's e-commerce platforms. Responsibilities include managing relationships with shipping carriers, overseeing compliance with federal and state labeling laws, and ensuring consistency with brand standards. The candidate will lead a team, supervise interns, and maintain excellent communication with media contacts and strategic partners. Strong skills in digital marketing tools, graphic design, social media, SEO, and content creation are essential. Additionally, the role involves budgeting, maintaining marketing materials inventory, and organizing participation in industry events such as competitions, festivals, and conventions.

The position calls for a motivated, independent professional with excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills. A background in wine sales and distribution, combined with proficiency in computer programs such as Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and industry-specific systems like Orderport, is highly desirable. The work environment is moderate in noise and physically demanding with some lifting up to 50 pounds. This position offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a prominent and growing winery with a commitment to quality and innovation. Messina Hof Wine Cellars, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and promotes a drug-free workplace.