Neil Mechanic

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Procurement and Logistic Manager at SommSelect @ SommSelect
Forestville, CA, US
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Forestville, California, United States, United States
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About Neil Mechanic

With over a decade at the helm of Vinogrape Consulting and expertise honed through a pivotal role at SommSelect, my career is a testament to a deep-seated passion for the wine industry. At SommSelect, we pride ourselves on discovering and sourcing exceptional wines, fostering a growing e-retailer renowned for its distinctive selections. Our team's success is rooted in strategic procurement and leveraging my extensive network within the wine industry, ensuring a seamless supply chain that delights connoisseurs and casual enthusiasts alike. Driving the online store's growth, we've cultivated an environment where wine is not just a product, but a rich narrative that resonates with our clientele, enhancing their appreciation and experience.

Neil Mechanic's Current Company Details
SommSelect

Sommselect

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Procurement and Logistic Manager at SommSelect
Forestville, CA, US
Website:
sommselect.com
Employees:
13
Neil Mechanic Work Experience Details
  • Sommselect
    Procurement And Logistic Manager At Sommselect
    Sommselect
    Forestville, Ca, Us
  • Sommselect
    Procurement & Logistic Manager At Sommselect
    Sommselect Aug 2020 - Present
    Sonoma, California, Us
    Managing SommSelect's new online store, as well as sourcing amazing wines for this fast growing e-retailer that specializes in incredibly unique wines.• Responsible for all aspects of the Purchase Order process based on several revenue channels.• Manage a vendor portfolio of over 100 accounts spanning from the U.S. into Europe. • Assisted in sourcing opportunities for “Monthly Clubs”, “Daily Offers”, and “Private Concierge Sales”. • Responsible for vendor management based on defined metrics, and meeting fulfillment deadlines. • Manage the product mix for the online store that generates 3K to 5K daily. • In charge of monitoring inventory for budget forecasts and revenue campaigns
  • Wine Access, Inc.
    Vp Of Wine, Sourcing Manager
    Wine Access, Inc. Oct 2016 - Jul 2020
    San Francisco, Ca, Us
    Wine Access is a marketing/sales platform, allowing wineries and importers to promote their wines to a wine enthusiast membership of nearly 2 million. We have a huge and loyal following because we've established a trusting relationship with our members - not simply because we can leverage price as a result of our buying power. Wine Access is in the business of inspiring people and trying to enrich their life - not in the business of just moving bottles. Our members take away a deep respect for the wines we work with. • Top performing buyer procuring products that generated $600K to $900K in monthly sales.• Managed a list of 150 domestic & import winery accounts to market on the “Daily Offer” platform. • Negotiated FOB pricing directly with suppliers that ranged from 40 cases to multiple pallet deals. • Collaborated with the writing team to craft email offers that generated $20k to $75K in revenue. • Launched VIP Account Program to personalize the buying experience for the Top 500 clients. • Generated an extra $5K to $15K per day by alerting select clients of limited high dollar products.
  • Invino
    Inside Sales Manager - Specialty Buyer
    Invino Sep 2013 - Oct 2016
    Based in the heart of Sonoma’s Wine Country, Good Company Wines is a venture-backed multi-dimensional national wine company. Its flagship property, invino.com is recognized for sourcing wine from around the globe from top producers and emerging brands while delivering its customers preferred pricing at up to 70% off retail. Curated wines are selected by a panel of wine experts with new wines launching daily.• Launched a “Premier Member Concierge” program to cater to the high-end buying clients online. • Increased sales by 15% with relationship-based fine wine sales and targeted email wine offers.• Procured high-end import and domestic selections for the program while maintaining margin goals. • Managed personal offer outreach through several email marketing platforms including Vertical Response. • Crafted unique one-off feature email campaigns targeted to an audience of 50 to 500 clients.
  • J.J. Buckley Fine Wines
    Account Mannager / Wine Marketing
    J.J. Buckley Fine Wines Jun 2010 - Sep 2013
    Oakland, California, Us
    A pioneer in the early days of online wine retail, JJ Buckley Fine Wines remains an established leader in the world of web-based wine merchants. From our 43,000 square foot retail operation in Oakland, California, we offer premium and collectible wines, along with professional wine storage services, to discerning customers across the United States and around the world.•• A high earner of direct to consumer sales of $3M annually and exceeding sales goals by 15%.• Built and managed a ‘Private Client’ list of leads and referrals that expanded to 1,200 clients. • Crafted daily email campaigns that centered around high niche selections between $50 to $1,000 per bottle. • Manage all service related matters for clients including collection building services and shipping logistics.
  • Vinfolio
    Senior Wine Specialist
    Vinfolio Feb 2006 - Oct 2008
    San Francisco, Ca, Us
    Founded in 2003, Vinfolio fulfills the needs of fine wine enthusiasts worldwide. Vinfolio’s unique platform offers the fine wine consumer an ideal 360 degree solution to more enjoyably pursue their passion for drinking and cellaring the best wines of the world. Vinfolio buys and sells collectible fine wine; operates the only true full-service wine storage facility in the United States; and provides a cutting edge, purely web based, wine management software solution, Vincellar, which enables enthusiasts to actively manage their cellars.• • Cultivated a 500-person client list that generated $1.5 million annually for the online store. • Collaborated with Marketing Department for daily email wine offers and blog posts.• Conducted personalized client cellar evaluations and tracking through an in-house cellar management tool.• Oversaw onboarding and training of new Wine Specialist hires.
  • Mad Will'S Food Company: Arlequin Wine Merchant And Absinthe Brasserie & Bar
    Wine Director / Sommelier / Wine Buyer / Floor Manager
    Mad Will'S Food Company: Arlequin Wine Merchant And Absinthe Brasserie & Bar Oct 2001 - Oct 2006
    (Hospitality Company that owns and operates Arlequin Wine Merchant and Absinthe Brasserie & Bar in Hayes Valley of San Francisco.) Arlequin Wine Merchant | General Manager / Wine Director:• Increased monthly retail sales from 25K to 80K during my 3-year tenure at Absinthe’s sister retail shop. • Implemented a monthly wine club program that generated $15K per month with over 200+ subscribers. • Launched a bi-weekly in-store tasting program that generated an extra 5K per day.• Responsible for purchasing and merchandising over 750 selections. Absinthe Brasserie & Bar | Wine Director, Floor Sommelier & Night Manager: • Managed a Wine Spectator “Best of Award of Excellence” Wine List during my tenure.• Procured and maintained a $1M+ inventory of fine wines from around the world. • Responsible for implementing weekly staff wine seminars and specialty wine events. • Supervised a staff of eight waiters as acting Night Manager two nights a week.
  • Arlequin Wine Merchant
    Wine Director / Wine Buyer
    Arlequin Wine Merchant 2003 - 2006
    • Responsible for purchasing over 600 labels. Implemented weekly e-mail updates for client base• Created and maintained the “Monthly Wine of the Month Club”• Set up weekly wine flights and special in-store tastings• Implemented programs and systems to elevate average monthly sales from $28,000 to $80,000
  • Solano Cellars Wine Shop
    Retail Manager / Buyer
    Solano Cellars Wine Shop Oct 1998 - Oct 2001
    Longstanding North Berkeley Wine Retail and Tasting Bar. • Coordinated with proprietor on acquisitions & content for the monthly newsletter.• Created quarterly educational seminars based on varietal category and growing regions.• Managed and supervised retail and bar staff in all aspects of the day-to-day operations.
  • The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. (Big Island And Maui Properties)
    Front Waiter /Floor Captain/ Sommelier
    The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. (Big Island And Maui Properties) Oct 1992 - Oct 1996
    (A Mobile Five Star Hotel Company.)• Senior Head Server and Dining Room Trainer for both dining room locations on the Big Island and Maui. • Assisted F&B Director with wine acquisitions, training and inventory at the Maui property.

Neil Mechanic Skills

Wine Tasting Wine Wineries Food And Beverage Beer Marketing Strategy Retail Restaurants Marketing Winemaking Food Pairing Wine And Spirits Industry Alcoholic Beverages Email Marketing Champagne Beverage Industry Event Planning Bartending Food Vineyard Hospitality Red Wine Wine Labels Hospitality Industry Restaurant Management

Neil Mechanic Education Details

  • Wset
    Wset
    Wine
  • San Diego State University
    San Diego State University
    City Planning- Urban Studies
  • U.S. Court Of Master Sommeliers
    U.S. Court Of Master Sommeliers
    Wine
  • Cal Poly Pomona
    Cal Poly Pomona
    Wine Production Methods And Regions

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