Off Premise Wine & Spirits Sales Representative - Blueprint Brands - Brooklyn, NY
About The Position
Blueprint Brands is seeking an Off-Premise Sales Representative to sell, promote, and grow their portfolio of craft spirits, ciders, wines, and bitters in the demanding New York City market, specifically covering the Brooklyn territories. This role involves developing and maintaining account relationships, growing brand presence, merchandising accounts, managing accounts receivable, developing new accounts, and handling customer inquiries. The representative will also execute monthly and quarterly priorities, build relationships with account personnel and supplier teams, support marketing initiatives, and collaborate with the beer team on leads and beverage programs.
Requirements
- Excellent oral and written communications skills
- 21 years of age or older to comply with federal and state regulations
- Has a passion for spirits, superior customer service skills, and the ability to build relationships with customers
- Background in spirits sales with an emphasis on mixology
- Capacity to bend and lift heavy objects on a regular basis
- Strong time management and organizational skills.
- Strong comfort level with technology.
- Positive and approachable demeanor, a willingness to learn, grow, and take initiative as well as direction
- Ability to multi-task, and pivot effortlessly from various job functions throughout the day
- Must be able to obtain solicitors license and maintain
- Must be able to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends
- Ability and willingness to work independently and with a team
- Must be able to read and write in English
- Vehicle ownership is required
Nice To Haves
- Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred but not required
- Some industry experience preferred, but not required
- Bilingual (Spanish) skills for this position is a plus, however not required
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain effective account relationships and promote the good will of the company
- Represent our world-class brands in a dynamic market
- Grow brand presence within our existing accounts
- Proper merchandising of accounts with permanent and paper POS
- Effective Accounts Receivable collections according to State Law
- Develop new accounts & grow account base and points of distribution
- Handle customer inquiries regarding credit, delivery, product information and other questions as they arise throughout the day in a timely manner
- Execute monthly and quarterly priorities as related to business activities
- Creating relationships with appropriate account personnel and supplier teams to maintain and improve customer service
- Supporting the Marketing Team in executing brand development programs and placement of promotional materials
- Work alongside beer team to field and follow up on leads, consult on beverage programs, and be available to for supplemental tasting appointments and product information
- Other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance - $0 in-network deductible, better-than-average premium contribution
- Paid time off & holidays
- 401k Savings Plan with company match
- Growth & development opportunities
- Employee Wellbeing Program
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Discounted Pet Insurance
- Personal technology and cell phone plan discounts
- Supplemental Plans available: Disability, Life Insurance, Legal & Identity Protection
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
