sales (Wine Jobs: Sales & Marketing)

  Ambrosia Wine Group.LLC (http://www.ambrosiawinegroup.com)

  Seattle / Eastside, Washington

We are a new Seattle-based importer and distributor with a strong focus on Italian wines with a great core of small Washington producers, as well as  Argentina, and New Zealand with open market opportunities in Seattle, South Sound and the Eastside. This is a great opportunity to get in on the ground floor and grow with a great team.

We are seeking professional and self-motivated candidates with exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, extensive knowledge of wine, and a solid record of accomplishment in a related sales position. Responsibilities include:
•Achieving monthly sales goals through sales calls to on- and off-premise accounts.
•Developing and maintaining strong relationships with buyers to expand portfolio and capture new business.
•Maintaining a thorough working knowledge of all company products.
•Educating and developing your customers through superior knowledge of our portfolio of wines, quality presentations, and excellent customer service
•Conducting wine tastings, restaurant staff trainings, and other events
•Supporting supplier and company ride-alongs, events and promotions.

The ideal candidate for the Sales Representative position will:
•Have a college degree or equivalent
•Have a minimum of two years industry-related experience, preferably in wine wholesale distribution
•Possess a very strong knowledge of and passion for wine
•Existing relationships with key accounts a significant benefit
•Build productive relationships while providing first-class customer service
•Possess excellent organizational and time management skills
•Communicate timely and effectively both internally and externally
•Be goal oriented, focused, assertive and professional; need minimal direction or supervision; and demonstrate an entrepreneurial spirit

Position Requirements
•Lift and carry a case of wine on a repetitive basis
•Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office
•Possess a dependable vehicle, valid driver's license, proof of state registration and insurance, an acceptable driving record that will enable you to qualify for auto insurance, and pass a criminal background check
•Must be at least 21 years of age.
•Work flexible hours, evening and weekends.

This is a full time commission based position.