Luxury Fine Wine Specialist

Luxury Fine Wine Specialist

Johnson Brothers Iowa

Hybrid > Des Moines, IA

Job Description:

Johnson Brothers is a national family-owned wine, spirits and beer distributor. We've been providing exceptional service to our customers since 1953, representing the world's most famous brands in the beverage industry.

On-Premise Sales Specialist to manage a clearly defined Des Moines Iowa market.

RESPONSIBILITES:

Provide top level communication with accurate reporting

Nurture current customer relationships and build rapport with new customers

Develop thorough sales presentations for customers

Know and understand the sales trends and business practices of customers within your territory

Work flexible hours to provide sales support including staff trainings, wine dinners, conduct evening and weekend tastings

Develop and execute a productive itinerary for winery representatives visiting the markets

Achieve objectives for product distribution, case goals and new account targets in assigned territory

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be 21 years of age

Minimum of 5 years on-premise wine sales experience with supplier or wholesaler

Bachelor's degree preferred

WSET Level 3 / Certified Sommelier / CSW or equivalent work experience strongly preferred

Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail

Highly motivated

Must have ability to work in a fast paced environment and be a team player who can work well with minimal supervision

Above average wine knowledge

Must be confident with cold calling and perseverance to open new accounts

Ability to manage goals and track achievements

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Supplier experience is useful

Occasional overnight travel

Computer literate with MS Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Periodic and repetitive lifting of up to 50 pounds

Must have a valid driver license, vehicle and a responsible MVR

NO RELOCATION ASSISTANCE. CANDIDATE MUST BE LOCAL

SALARY: Compensation includes commission and bi-monthly non-discretionary bonuses

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

Johnson Brothers is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and equal treatment in employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender/gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, military status or any other basis in protected by applicable federal, state and local law. Johnson Brothers makes employment decisions based solely on the basis of qualifications for the job.