The duties and responsibilities of the position include the following (other duties may be assigned as needed):
· 85% focus on account management / 10% focus on distributor management/ 5% administrative
· Maintain a key account list and develop personal relationships with key buyers/owners and managers
· Work with local distributors and Kobrand suppliers to sell brand to retailers
· Propose and conduct on/off premise promotional events
· Conduct wine tastings and wine dinners for consumers/trade
· Review monthly account performance
· Identify market trends and opportunities and propose action plans to supervisor
· Manage individual quota for depletions, placements and qualitative efforts
Experience and Qualifications:
· Minimum three years’ experience selling fine wines (Sommelier, Supplier, Distributor)
· Bachelor’s degree required
· Must possess a valid driver’s license
· Must have proven track record in developing new business, managing existing accounts, calling and maintaining business relationships
· Must have exceptional closing skills, strong verbal/written communication and organizational skills
· Passion and knowledge of wine, wine regions and the wine industry (WSET, CSW a plus)
· Strong computer skills are a MUST (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be able to comfortably lift and carry up to 50 pounds
- Must be able to walk, stand, climb, balance, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel or crouch on a daily basis
Kobrand Corporation offers a competitive salary, a performance-based bonus and comprehensive benefits package.