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Fine Wine Consultant, Italian Specialist

Fine Wine Consultant, Italian Specialist

Independence Wine & SpiritsNew York, NY, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

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Independence Wine & Spirits (IWS) is a vertically integrated distributor of fine wines and spirits with offices in Syosset, Long Island and a new sales office in the heart of New York City.

We offer for sale, direct to on and off premise accounts, a carefully selected portfolio of wines and spirits from around the world.

The company represents over 50 top estates and wineries along with a selection of craft spirit distillers.

We have direct relationships with these producers and manage the business through the import and distribution tiers of our industry.

Location : New York, NY

Position Overview : The purpose of the position is to build and develop sales and distribution of IWS wine and spirits in NY with a focus on Italian fine wine.  The role is 100% sales in the metro NY market.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions :

  • Solicit, sell and promote our Italian wines and spirits to an assigned customer base in NY.
  • Cold call to increase respective account base.
  • Educate the trade and consumers about our brands at tastings and events approved by IWS.
  • Sell on the street and handle carrying wine and spirit samples to accounts on a daily basis.

Qualifications / Requirements :

  • Bachelor’s Degree preferred
  • 3-5 years of experience in sales
  • Strong working knowledge of wine and spirits.

    • Imported wine and craft spirits are a plus

  • Self-motivated
  • Current account relationships for wine and spirits required
  • Strong communication, both written and verbal
  • Superior organizational skills, detail oriented, must be able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • Ability to work independently and in a dynamic, high energy, team-oriented atmosphere.
  • High level of proficiency with Microsoft office
  • Ability to speak French or Italian is preferred

    • Benefits Overview :

    Independence Wine & Spirits offers a competitive compensation package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(K), paid vacation, personal time off and 11 paid company holidays.

    Independence Wine & Spirits is an equal opportunity employer.