Wine Sales Representative

Key Responsibilities:- Build and maintain strong relationships with retailers, restaurants, and other accounts within the assigned territory. - Actively pitch and promote the company's wine portfolio, ensuring placement in key accounts. - Achieve and exceed sales targets and quotas. - Conduct tastings, events, and promotional activities to educate customers and drive brand awareness. - Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and consumer preferences to inform sales strategies. - Work closely with the distributor's sales team to develop joint strategies and initiatives to increase sales and market penetration. - Provide feedback to the marketing team on customer needs, product performance, and opportunities for growth. - Ensure timely order placement, delivery coordination, and resolution of customer concerns. Skills Needed:- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build and maintain relationships. - Sales-oriented mindset with excellent negotiation and closing skills. - Knowledge of wine varieties, regions, and production processes (wine certifications like WSET are a plus). - Strong organizational skills to manage multiple accounts and priorities effectively. - Analytical skills to monitor sales performance and market trends. - Proficiency in using CRM software and business tools like Excel and PowerPoint. - Ability to work independently and collaboratively with teams (including distributors). Experience Required:- At least 2-3 years of sales experience in the wine, spirits is a must.- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales quotas. - Experience working with distributors or as part of a distributor's team is a strong advantage. - Familiarity with the assigned territory and its wine market dynamics. Preferred Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field (preferred but not required). - Wine certifications (WSET Level 2 or higher, CMS, etc.) are a bonus. Caravella Benefits:Health insuranceDental and Vision Insurance Monthly car allowance 401(k)retirement plan with 4% company match10 business days PTO8 days paid holidays

Created: 2025-02-01