Fine Wine Consultant, Italian Specialist
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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.