Description
We are strongly committed to creating an environment that fosters diversity equity and inclusion. We are intentional in our efforts to ensure that every employee has a sense of value and opportunity in our company and we work tirelessly to promote a culture of inclusion where our team feels safe respected and valued. We want our team to feel at home and to be empowered to bring their best selves forward.
We seek talent from all backgrounds to join our organization and are dedicated to achieving a diverse workforce in all aspects of employment including but not limited to recruiting hiring promotion training benefits wage and salary equity.
This position is 100% commissionbased and salary will vary depending on sales generated. Achievement of sales goals will heavily influence annual income earned. A phone allowance monthly auto reimbursement of $700.00 and a comprehensive benefits package (including medical dental vision life AD&D 401K with company match and paid time off) are offered.
Who are we looking for
A successful candidate would be responsible for:
- Planning executing strategy and meeting or exceeding revenue volume brand goals and organizational goals as set by leadership and direct management.
- Growing their assigned territory with already established accounts.
- Generating new accounts in alignment with organizational objectives by using all available software and company resources.
- Building internal relationships by interfacing with but not limited to: Customer Service Accounts Receivables Operations and Information Technology with the objective of supporting customers within their assigned territories.
- Cultivating their wine knowledge by participating in all educational assignments meetings and company initiatives.
- Demonstrating successful time management and selfmotivational skills.
- Organizing and attending various events such as tastings dinners general sales meetings and company activities.
- Helping to foster an inclusive team environment by developing meaningful and positive relationships with individuals from varying backgrounds and demographics.
What your day could look like
- Making approximately 610 inperson account visits per day using a planned strategy to consult with customers.
- Performing administrative functions such as reviewing daily shipping and A/R reports setting up samples creating sell sheets and preparing pointofsale materials.
- Ensuring orders are filled and shipped for the following day and collecting checks from customers in applicable markets.
- Hosting wine dinners staff trainings (on and offpremise) instore tastings and merchandising accounts.
- Communicating with your manager and other internal departments throughout the day to ensure sales goals are achieved.
- Significant travel by automobile can be expected in most territories.
- Physical activity can include but is not limited to: lifting cases weighing up to 45 pounds building displays and replenishing stock in retail stores.
What does a successful candidate look like in this role
A successful candidate would need to meet these minimum requirements:
- Minimum of 2 years sales or marketing experience in either on or offpremise sales with proven wine and/or spirits knowledge.
- High school graduate or GED diploma required.
- Goaloriented selfmotivated solutionminded proactive and a positive team player.
- Demonstrated technical proficiency in iOS platform Excel Word Outlook (Diver and Core Commission experience preferred).
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Possess a valid unexpired Drivers License.
- Pass required preemployment drug and background screenings.
- Provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States and be able to successfully complete the required I9 form.
Qualifications
Behaviors (Preferred)
- Team Player: Works well as a member of a group.
- Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause.
- Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest.
- DetailOriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the job done well.
- Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty and integrity.
Motivations (Preferred)
- SelfStarter: Inspired to perform without outside help.
- Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by completing tasks.
- Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by contributing to the success of a project or the organization.
Licenses & Certifications (Preferred)
- WSET Level 4
- WSET Level 3
- WSET Level 2
- WSET Level 1
- Advanced Sommelier
- Certified Sommelier