Luxury Wine Specialist

On-Premise Sales Consultant

Johnson Brothers is a leading family-owned distributor of wine, spirits, and beer, delivering exceptional service since 1953. We proudly represent the world's top beverage brands and are committed to excellence, innovation, and growth. Johnson Brothers offers exciting opportunities in a variety of areas. Join our passionate team and help shape the future of the beverage industry!

Job Description:

• 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 training, wine dinners, conducting 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 the assigned territory

Required Qualifications:

• Skills & Abilities

  • Must be 21 years of age
  • Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail
  • Highly motivated
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and be a team player who works 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
  • Occasional overnight travel
  • Computer literate with MS Office including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
  • Periodic and repetitive lifting of up to 50 pounds
• Valid driver's license, vehicle, and responsible MVR

• Years of Experience

  • Minimum 5 years of retail/on-premise sales experience with a supplier or wholesaler
  • WSET Level 3 / Certified Sommelier / CSW or equivalent work experience
  • Supplier experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree preferred

Must pass criminal background and MVR

Johnson Brothers is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair treatment and hiring based on qualifications. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, or any other protected status under applicable laws

Worker Sub-Type: Regular

Time Type: Full time