Luxury Wine Specialist

Johnson Brothers • Raleigh, NC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

On-Premise Sales Consultant focused on luxury spirits and estate wines as part of the Oxford Street Merchants team. This knowledgeable and accredited team brings a passion for brand stewardship and storytelling, leaving customers with an unparalleled luxury experience.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age
• Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail
• Highly motivated
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and be a team player who works well with minimal supervision
• Above-average wine knowledge
• Must be confident with cold calling and perseverance to open new accounts
• Ability to manage goals and track achievements
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Occasional overnight travel
• Computer literate with MS Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Periodic and repetitive lifting of up to 50 pounds
• Valid driver's license, vehicle, and responsible MVR
• Minimum 5 years of retail/on-premise sales experience with a supplier or wholesaler
• Must pass criminal background and MVR

Nice To Haves

• WSET Level 3 / Certified Sommelier / CSW or equivalent work experience
• Supplier experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide top-level communication with accurate reporting
• Nurture current customer relationships and build rapport with new customers
• Develop thorough sales presentations for customers
• Know and understand the sales trends and business practices of customers within your territory
• Work flexible hours to provide sales support including staff training, wine dinners, conducting evening and weekend tastings
• Develop and execute a productive itinerary for winery representatives visiting the markets
• Achieve objectives for product distribution, case goals, and new account targets in the assigned territory

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level