Experienced Fine Wine Sales Representative
(Wine Jobs:
Sales & Marketing)
Full Time
Masciarelli Wine Company
Downtown Boston,
Massachusetts
The Masciarelli Wine Company is a family-owned fine wine importer and distributor with over 31 years of experience in the Massachusetts market. The company has built a reputation of excellence based on the quality of its portfolio, the expertise of its sales team and the service to its customers. This commitment to quality has allowed the Masciarelli Wine Company to build an unparalleled Italian portfolio, offer the largest and most comprehensive Bordeaux list in Massachusetts, become the sole US importer of a host of premium brands, and collect an ever-growing list of domestic estate exclusives.
The Company is hiring an experienced wine sales representative to service downtown Boston, primarily on-premise. They would service the area by taking over some existing accounts as well as building business in the market. Candidates must have relevant experience in fine wine distribution and be equally adept at growing business with existing accounts and building new prospects. Candidates must have a deep knowledge of old world wine, a proven track record in sales and motivation to thrive in a self-structured work environment. Ideal candidates bring industry contacts and relationships beneficial to building new business.
Applicants will:
*Have at least 2 years of experience in fine wine sales AND/OR retail, restaurant or hospitality industry experience
*Be willing to do extensive cold calling within assigned area to build both retail and restaurant accounts, work with suppliers, organize wine dinners, do restaurant staff trainings, etc.
*Be willing to conduct product tastings in retail locations to help support customers
*Have knowledge and a passion for wine
*Have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and reside in the state per Massachusetts law
*Currently live in Massachusetts
*Have a computer and computer skills including Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
*Be organized, energetic and self-motivated
*Be dependable, reliable and honest
*Have a positive attitude and be a team player
Ideal applicants will:
*Have a pre-existing relationship with accounts in the territory being applied for and currently live in Massachusetts
*Have a comprehensive knowledge of wine varietals
Candidates should include salary requirements in a letter of introduction along with a resume
Competitive salary is commission based depending upon experience with a guarantee for the first year. Health, dental & vision insurance and 401K are available.
Consideration for an interview will be made ONLY if the above criteria are met.
No phone calls please
