Jehan Sacaze
London,London
Summary
Turning my first decade in the wine and spirits industry, I have specialized in connecting people to the wines and spirits I’ve had the privilege of creating, curating, and promoting over the years.
Currently, I lead the Buying team at one of the most unique family-owned wine clubs spanning the UK, US, and Australia. In this role, we develop and produce new wines and spirits for our portfolio, leveraging cultural insights and data-driven strategies to drive brand engagement and growth.
Whether it’s 'From Soil to Sip' or 'From Grain to Glass,' my passion for the industry shines through in my commitment to amplifying the life stories behind each bottle.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Head of Buying
Direct Wines
Theale, West Berkshire
07.2022 - Current
- Led a team of seven buyers, managing an annual purchasing budget of £80–110 million.
- Implemented a new buying plan process with the Finance and Merchandising teams, increasing agility in responding to market challenges and new government policies.
- Reduced the impact of the new Duty regime by 20%.
- Developed and communicated to senior leadership the importance of establishing KPIs to track supplier value relationships, securing a long-term strategy aligned with a family business model.
- Created a new Product Specialist position to support product launches identified as key medium to long term opportunities.
- Developed new wine podcasts to enhance communication, storytelling, and energy, ensuring engagement across teams and departments.
Buying manager
Lionstone International
Norwalk, Connecticut
11.2020 - 06.2022
- Developed and supported the training of two junior buyers.
- Promoted a product-led culture in our US offices across teams.
- Managed a £40 million buying budget.
- Planned the team's travel budget.
- Direct buying responsibilities covered: Loire, Rhône, Beaujolais, Portugal, Spirits, Champagne, Beers, Chablis, and Argentina.
Senior buyer
Direct Wines
Theale, West Berkshire
11.2019 - 10.2020
- Led the EP Burgundy Campaign.
- Increased marketing contribution by 30%.
- Direct buying responsibilities covered: Loire, Rhône, Portugal, Spirits, Champagne, Burgundy, and Chablis
Education
Master of Business Administration - Wine Business Management
Royal Agricultural University
Cirencester, Gloucestershire 10.2011 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Business Administration - Wine Marketing
OMNES Education
Bordeaux 09.2010 - 08.2011
Diploma of Higher Education - Vine Growing and Winemaking
Lycée Frédéric Bazille
Montpellier 09.2008 - 06.2010
Skills
- Buying plan implementation
- Global sourcing
- Supplier negotiation - GAP Partnership training
- Long term Supplier relationship management
- Strategic sourcing - From Grapes to Bulk wine
- Cross functional collaboration
Languages
French
Native
Affiliations
- Wing foil
- Sailing
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Head of Buying
Direct Wines
07.2022 - Current
Buying manager
Lionstone International
11.2020 - 06.2022
Senior buyer
Direct Wines
11.2019 - 10.2020
Master of Business Administration - Wine Business Management
Royal Agricultural University
10.2011 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Business Administration - Wine Marketing
OMNES Education
09.2010 - 08.2011
Diploma of Higher Education - Vine Growing and Winemaking
Lycée Frédéric Bazille
09.2008 - 06.2010
Similar Profiles
David GatesDavid Gates
Group Chief Executive at Direct Wines plcGroup Chief Executive at Direct Wines plc
Ravi PrakashRavi Prakash
Senior Lead - Finance & Compliance at Redgrape Business Services (DBA Direct Wines Inc)Senior Lead - Finance & Compliance at Redgrape Business Services (DBA Direct Wines Inc)
Aia CaprichoAia Capricho
Admin Assistant/Customer Service at Direct To Customers Limited/MDF Direct/Ply DirectAdmin Assistant/Customer Service at Direct To Customers Limited/MDF Direct/Ply Direct
Hannah HaltonHannah Halton
Global Director of Talent at Jones Knowles RitchieGlobal Director of Talent at Jones Knowles Ritchie
Yeny Falla UribeYeny Falla Uribe
Warehouse packer at RFJ FARHI LIMITEDWarehouse packer at RFJ FARHI LIMITED