1. Douglas V. Reckamp, JD, CWS
1019 Waldo Lane
Saint Charles, Missouri 63304
636-244-1337 home
636-485-6230 mobile
douglas.reckamp@sgws.com
Sales Manager
I am highly motivated and goal driven sales manager for the largest adult beverage distributor in
the State of Missouri. I currently represent the two of the largest suppliers in the adult beverage
industry, Diageo and Moet-Hennessy. I manage an off-premise sales division of four sales
representatives serving close to one hundred accounts. My number one priority is to develop
the people on my team while growing the sales volume and profitability of both the companies I
represent and my customers.
Core Competencies
Customer Service and Satisfaction
Strategic Thinker and Planner
Strong Leadership and Relationship Builder
Ability to Execute Against Multiple Objectives
Professional Experience
Glazers Midwest
Division Sales Manager – Saint Charles, Missouri 2013-present
Coach and develop sales representatives in off premise accounts while
consistently growing the case and dollar volume of the brands we represent.
Founding member of Glazer’s Award winning and recognized Diversity and
Inclusion Team. I co-chaired the subcommittee on Market Impact of Diversity and
Inclusion committee.
Nominated to represent Missouri and Coastal Pacific Division of Southern
Glazers at Diageo Golden Bar Awards ceremony for leadership award 2016.
Responsible for managing a four member team with a territory of over $7.5million
in sales LY.
Coordinated launch of Crown Royal Vanilla and achieved 100% chain distribution
in two weeks during busy OND Holiday season.
Growth of 2.1% case volume and 9.2% dollar volume in territory over past year
2015 vs 2014.
2. Managed new product launch of several innovation brands over the past two
years including Ciroc Pineapple 126 placements, Captain Morgan White Rum
and Flavored white Rum 295 placements, and Crown Royal Regal Apple 140
placements.
Successfully managed a team during times of great changes in the industry,
building a team of consistent performers despite several personnel changes.
Contributed to success of sales division: achieving Fiscal year 2015 second half
point goal for Diageo North America and Diageo Wine.
Contributed to success of sales division achieving Moet-Hennessy 2015 spirits
and wine goals.
Major Brands
Sales Representative - Saint Louis, Missouri 2002 to 2013
Consistent performer who obtained new product placement, sold displays, and
merchandised retail accounts.
Annually grew both case and dollar volume in most competitive and high profile
retail wine territory in Saint Louis.
Delivered consistent results in quota attainment and team leader who
demonstrated a high degree of initiative and persistence in seeking new
opportunities to grow business.
Conducted wine education seminars for customers and retail account
management in order to drive sales and grow brand awareness.
Promoted within Major Brands throughout career and constantly seeking new
challenges. Made sales calls and built relationships in diversity of socio-
economic and ethnic territories.
Major Brands
Merchandiser – Saint Louis, Missouri July 2001- 2002
Merchandised retail and on premise accounts. Provided sales support by
installing Point of Sale marketing materials, delivering product, and
merchandising retail outlets.
Provided sales support for high profile events such as Mardi Gras, NFL football
matches, Festivals, and social events.
Assisted in category management and retail account product resets.
3. Education
Juris Doctorate in Law - Saint Louis University - Saint Louis, Missouri -
Bachelor of Arts in History – Rockhurst University - Kansas City, Missouri
DeSmet Jesuit High School – St. Louis, Missouri
Activities
Granted Certified Specialist of Wine by the Society of Wine Educators.
Member of Market Impact Committee of the Southern Glazer’s Diversity &
Inclusion Initiative.
Coached rugby at Saint Louis University and DeSmet Jesuit High School in Saint
Louis, Missouri.
Active in recruitment for institutions while in both high school and college.
Alpha Sigma Nu Jesuit University Academic Honor Fraternity
Youth parochial and club soccer coach and team manager.
Member of Saint Louis Rambler Rugby Club