Head Of Krause Family Wine
Pubblicato il 14-10-2026 - Krause Group in Milano
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/ppThe Head of Krause Family Wine, based in Milan, Italy, is the senior executive responsible for the strategy, performance and long-term value creation of Krause Group's global wine and wine-related hospitality portfolio.
Reporting to the President Chief Operating Officer, this leader has overall accountability for portfolio PL, profitable growth, brand stewardship, operational performance, organizational effectiveness and strategic expansion.
/ppThe Head of Krause Family Wine will lead an integrated portfolio of distinctive wine businesses while preserving the authenticity, heritage and individual identity of each brand.
The role requires a commercially driven, globally experienced executive who combines luxury brand sensibility with strong financial and operating discipline.
/ppWorking closely with winery leadership, winemakers, enterprise functions and ownership, the Head of Krause Family Wine will set portfolio strategy, establish performance expectations, allocate resources and capital, develop leadership talent, and identify opportunities for organic growth, acquisitions, hospitality expansion and international development.
/pulliSet and lead the overall strategy, priorities, and long-term vision for Krause Family Wine.
/liliOwn the development and execution of multi-year business plans aligned with Krause Group's enterprise strategy and financial objectives.
/liliEstablish clear performance expectations across the portfolio and hold business leaders accountable for revenue, profitability, cash flow, brand health, and operational performance.
/liliDetermine portfolio priorities and resource allocation across wineries, vineyards, hospitality, commercial operations, and distribution.
/liliIdentify opportunities to strengthen, expand, or optimize the portfolio through organic growth, partnerships, acquisitions, integrations, and other strategic investments.
/liliServe as the senior executive accountable for the overall performance and enterprise alignment of Krause Family Wine.
/li /ulh3Commercial Growth Market Development /h3ulliDevelop and execute global commercial strategies that accelerate profitable growth across wholesale, export, direct-to-consumer, hospitality, and experiential channels.
/liliStrengthen market positioning and distribution across priority domestic and international markets.
/liliBuild and maintain strategic relationships with distributors, importers, key customers, hospitality partners, and industry stakeholders.
/liliIdentify new revenue opportunities through market expansion, brand extensions, partnerships, wine tourism, events, and consumer experiences.
/liliEnsure commercial strategies appropriately balance revenue growth, pricing discipline, brand positioning, and long-term brand equity.
/liliEstablish and monitor clear commercial KPIs, including revenue growth, margin, distribution, customer acquisition, DTC performance, visitation, and brand health.
/li /ulh3Brand Stewardship Consumer Experience /h3ulliProtect and enhance the distinctive heritage, positioning, reputation, and long-term equity of each portfolio brand.
/liliEnsure each winery maintains a clear and differentiated brand identity while benefiting from the scale and capabilities of the broader Krause Family Wine platform.
/liliChampion premium and luxury brand standards across wine, hospitality, storytelling, communications, and consumer engagement.
/liliOversee the development of differentiated hospitality and guest experiences that increase brand affinity, visitation, loyalty, and direct-to-consumer conversion.
/liliPartner with marketing and communications leadership on brand strategy, digital engagement, experiential activations, public relations, and global campaigns.
/liliEnsure brand and consumer strategies reflect Krause Group's purpose, values, and commitment to its communities.
/li /ulh3Winery Operational Performance /h3ulliProvide executive oversight of winery and hospitality operations across the portfolio, ensuring quality, efficiency, consistency, and strong financial performance.
/liliWork closely with winery leaders, winemakers, vineyard teams,
and operational leadership to align production planning with commercial strategy and market demand.
/liliEnsure appropriate discipline around inventory, production, supply chain, logistics, procurement, and working capital.
/liliDrive continuous improvement while protecting wine quality, craftsmanship, authenticity, and brand standards.
/liliIdentify opportunities to leverage shared capabilities and create efficiencies across the portfolio without unnecessarily homogenizing individual businesses or brands.
/liliEnsure the portfolio has the systems, processes, talent, and organizational structure required to scale effectively.
/li /ulh3Brand, Hospitality Consumer Experience /h3ulliOwn consolidated portfolio PL performance, budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning.
/liliEstablish financial targets and ensure portfolio businesses deliver against revenue, EBITDA, cash flow, and return expectations.
/liliDrive disciplined cost management and operating leverage while protecting the investments required to sustain long-term brand value.
/liliEvaluate capital requirements and recommend the allocation of capital across vineyards, production, hospitality, commercial growth, technology, and other strategic initiatives.
/liliPartner with enterprise Finance and Growth Investments on investment analysis, business cases, acquisitions, integrations, and portfolio optimization.
/liliUse data, analytics, dashboards, and performance reviews to identify opportunities, risks, and corrective actions.
/li /ulh3MA Expansion Strategic Development /h3ulliIdentify and evaluate potential acquisitions, partnerships, new markets, hospitality opportunities, vineyard investments, and adjacent growth opportunities.
/liliLead the wine organization's role in acquisition diligence, business planning, integration, and post-acquisition value creation.
/liliEnsure new investments strengthen the strategic position, financial performance, and long-term value of the portfolio.
/liliDevelop scalable approaches for integrating new businesses while respecting the history, culture, people, and identity of acquired brands.
/li /ulh3People Organizational Leadership /h3ulliBuild, lead, and develop a high-performing international leadership team across winery operations, commercial functions, hospitality, and supporting disciplines.
/liliEstablish clear accountability, decision rights, objectives, and operating rhythms across the portfolio.
/liliDevelop strong business leaders and succession pipelines throughout Krause Family Wine.
/liliPartner with Krause Group Grow People on organizational design, talent strategy, leadership development, succession planning, and workforce planning.
/liliFoster a culture of collaboration, accountability, agility, inclusion, innovation, and continuous improvement.
/liliLead effectively across cultures, geographies, functions, and a matrixed enterprise environment.
/liliCreate an environment in which strong creative, commercial, technical, and operational leaders can succeed.
/li /ulh3Governance Stakeholder Management /h3ulliServe as the principal executive representative of Krause Family Wine with Krause Group leadership, ownership, boards, industry partners, and other key stakeholders.
/liliReview portfolio performance, business plans, risks, opportunities, and strategic priorities regularly with the Krause Group CEO, President COO, and Senior Leadership Team.
/liliEnsure appropriate governance, controls, compliance, and risk management across the portfolio.
/liliEnsure compliance with applicable regulatory, labor, safety, environmental, licensing, and international trade requirements.
/liliRepresent Krause Family Wine externally when appropriate with customers, industry organizations, communities, and strategic partners.
/li /ulh3Experience Qualifications /h3ulli15+ years of progressive leadership experience within wine, beverage, luxury hospitality, premium consumer goods, or a related industry.
/liliSignificant executive leadership experience with responsibility for business performance and PL.
/liliProven success leading multi-site, international, or global businesses.
/liliDemonstrated ability to drive profitable revenue growth and improve business performance.
/liliExperience leading premium or luxury consumer brands with an understanding of the importance of brand equity and long-term stewardship.
/liliStrong understanding of wine industry economics, winery operations, distribution, hospitality, and international market dynamics.
/liliGeneral understanding of viticulture and oenology sufficient to effectively lead and support technical experts; formal winemaking training is not required.
/liliExperience with acquisitions, integrations, business transformation, or portfolio expansion strongly preferred.
/liliDemonstrated effectiveness operating within a founder-led, entrepreneurial, or family-owned organization strongly preferred.
/liliExperience operating across both European and U.S. business environments strongly preferred.
/liliBe based in or willing to relocate to Milan, Italy.
/liliFluent English and Italian required; French and/or Portuguese is desirable.
/liliAbility to travel internationally up to 40% of the time.
/li /ulh3Leadership Capabilities /h3ulliThe successful candidate will demonstrate: /liliEnterprise leadership and sound business judgment /liliStrong commercial and financial acumen /liliStrategic thinking combined with disciplined execution /liliLuxury and premium brand stewardship /liliOperational rigor and performance orientation /liliGlobal and cross-cultural leadership /liliStrong people leadership and talent development /liliOrganizational design and change leadership /liliHigh emotional intelligence and relationship management /liliEffective decision-making in complex and ambiguous environments /liliComfort operating in an entrepreneurial and founder-led environment /liliIntellectual curiosity and growth mindset /liliAbility to balance respect for heritage with the ambition to innovate and grow /li /ulh3Supervisory Responsibilities /h3pThis position has significant leadership and supervisory responsibilities and: /pulliSets the strategic direction and performance expectations for Krause Family Wine and its leadership teams.
/liliLeads the coordination and performance of businesses and functions across the portfolio.
/liliSelects, develops, evaluates, and retains senior leadership talent.
/liliEnsures appropriate succession planning and leadership development across the organization.
/liliProvides coaching, feedback, and formal performance management for direct reports.
/li /ulh3Level of Supervision Received /h3ulliThis position operates with a high degree of autonomy based on broad strategic direction from the President Chief Operating Officer and Krause Group leadership.
/li /ulpDuties and responsibilities may be added, removed, or modified based on business needs.
Scheduling, assignments, and work location may also change as required by business necessity.
/ph3Krause Group believes in People First.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer building a culture of equity and inclusion.
/h3ulliOur purpose is to enhance the way people experience the world.
/liliOur mission is to nurture our family of brands, creating opportunities to do good in the world.
/lilibAgility /b— We challenge the status quo with open minds, flexibility, and speed.
We are comfortable being uncomfortable.
We view change as opportunity.
/lilibCourage /b— We take risks.
We innovate.
We win or learn.
We push limits, disrupt norms, and define our own path.
/lilibGrowth Mindset /b— We are building an organization and legacy that will outlive us.
We are continuously learning.
There is no final destination, only the journey to be better than we were yesterday.
/lilibInclusion /b— We actively seek and welcome alternative points of view.
Diverse perspectives improve decision-making and make us all more successful.
/lilibIntegrity /b— We do the right thing, even when it is difficult.
We do not take shortcuts and always take accountability.
/lilibCommunity Focused /b— We are committed to positively impacting our communities, stakeholders, and associates.
We do good and encourage others to join us.
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