Wine Sales Representative - Long Island NY Territory

Tri-Vin Imports Inc. • Holtsville, NY

1d • $52,000 - $62,000

About The Position

Tri-Vin Wines and Spirits is seeking a highly motivated Wine Sales Representative to join our team in Long Island NY. The preferred home base for this role is within Long Island NY, with a route covering accounts throughout this corridor.

This representative will inherit existing retail accounts with significant growth opportunity, particularly within on-premise accounts (restaurants, wine bars, country clubs, etc.). The primary goal will be to drive sales growth, increase placements, and build strong customer relationships while delivering outstanding service.

You will work collaboratively with our internal team and supplier partners to develop and execute sales strategies aligned with our business objectives. This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity for someone with a passion for wine and a drive to succeed.

Requirements

• Minimum three years of wholesale experience, or equivalent experience in the hospitality industry.
• Basic knowledge of both New and Old World wines, with a desire to continue learning.
• Proven ability to create opportunities and close sales.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Strong interpersonal, presentation, and written communication skills.
• Tech-savvy and proficient with computers and mobile devices.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Call on off- and on-premise accounts to present and sell wine and/or spirits to decision-makers.
• Increase product placements and open new accounts within the assigned territory.
• Develop and grow sales by maintaining direct relationships with retailers and on-premise buyers.
• Plan and execute a daily schedule of sales calls based on an assigned account route.
• Meet or exceed service expectations and sales goals.
• Collaborate with supplier reps and managers in the field to promote territory growth.
• Organize and participate in trade events and in-store tastings.
• Communicate with suppliers and account managers to support market initiatives.
• Enhance product visibility through shelf management, display optimization, and pricing strategy.
• Maintain consistent planning and goal-setting to achieve monthly and annual sales targets.
• Follow through on issues important to management, customers, and suppliers.

Benefits

• Our compensation includes a commission-based salary, generous monthly bonuses, and a car/travel expense allowance, along with comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k)-retirement savings plan, disability and life insurance coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee discounts, and more.
• We also provide unique opportunities to deepen your knowledge of the wine and spirits industry.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed