Richard Winnington
About Richard Winnington
Richard Winnington is an On-Trade Sales Executive at Brown-Forman in Manchester, England, where he has worked since 2020. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Management from Sheffield Hallam University and possesses a WSET Level 3 qualification in wines and spirits.
Work at Brown-Forman
Richard Winnington has served as an On-Trade Sales Executive at Brown-Forman since 2020. His role is based in Manchester, England, where he manages a globally recognized portfolio of spirits. This portfolio includes notable brands such as Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey, Finlandia Vodka, Woodford Reserve Bourbon, Chambord Liqueur, and El Jimador Tequila. His responsibilities involve developing sales strategies and fostering relationships within the on-trade sector.
Previous Experience in Sales and Management
Prior to his current position, Richard Winnington worked as a Business Development Manager at Distell for 10 months in 2019. He also held roles at Majestic Wine, starting as a Graduate Management Trainee from 2011 to 2013, followed by a position as Assistant Manager from 2013 to 2014. These experiences contributed to his expertise in sales and management within the beverage industry.
Education and Expertise
Richard Winnington earned a Bachelor's degree in Business Management from Sheffield Hallam University, where he studied from 2007 to 2011. In addition to his formal education, he holds a WSET Level 3 qualification, which signifies his advanced knowledge in wines and spirits. This educational background supports his professional roles in the beverage sector.
Career Timeline
Richard Winnington's career in the beverage industry began with his role as a Graduate Management Trainee at Majestic Wine from 2011 to 2013. He progressed to Assistant Manager at the same company for nine months in 2013-2014. After a brief tenure as Business Development Manager at Distell in 2019, he joined Brown-Forman in 2020, where he continues to work as an On-Trade Sales Executive.