Wine Sales Development Program May 2026 (New Graduates)

Mark Anthony Group; West Kelowna; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering beverage company is seeking a Wine Ambassador for a 5-month placement in the Okanagan Valley, Canada. This role offers hands-on experience leading tours and hosting tastings at renowned wineries, paving the way for future sales opportunities. Candidates should be ambitious individuals with a relevant university degree and a willingness to relocate. The deadline to apply is October 31, 2025.

Benefits

Deep dive into beverage industry

Sales academy training program

Career acceleration opportunities

High-energy, entrepreneurial environment

Qualifications

• Completed university degree by April 2026.
• WSET Level II certification completed or in progress by June 30, 2026.
• Experience in customer service, hospitality, or sales is an asset.
• Ability to thrive in dynamic environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead winery tours and host curated tastings.
• Gain hands-on industry experience.
• Transition into a sales opportunity role post-placement.

Skills

Customer Service

Hospitality

Sales experience

Relentless drive

Education

University degree (by April 2026)

WSET Level II (by June 30, 2026)

Job description

Who We Are

Mark Anthony Group is an entrepreneurial drinks company, built from the ground up by thinking differently, innovating and doing the unexpected. Our company is rooted in family values, a bold vision and relentless determination to continuously raise the bar and make a positive difference in consumers' lives. Founded in 1972, we’ve grown organically from a one-person import wine business into an international drinks company. Our hallmarks include a portfolio of iconic beverage brands—White Claw Hard Seltzer, Mike’s Hard Lemonade, Olé Cocktail Co. and Más+ by Messi—alongside a collection of luxury wineries in the Okanagan Valley, notably Mission Hill Family Estate, CedarCreek Estate Winery, Martin’s Lane Winery, and CheckMate Artisanal Winery.

Our Canadian Commercial business is divided into four distinct sales divisions, each representing an industry-leading portfolio of premium and globally recognized brands such as Mionetto Prosecco, Pink Whitney, La Marca, High Noon, BEARFACE Whisky, 19 Crimes, Beringer, Austin Hope, Josh Cellars, Penfolds, and Freixenet.

We are bold. We are fast. We are building the future of the drinks industry — and we’re looking for the next generation of leaders to grow with us.

About the Program

Launch your career with a 5-month placement in British Columbia’s breathtaking Okanagan Valley, home to some of the world’s most renowned wineries. You’ll gain hands-on experience as a Wine Ambassador, leading tours, hosting curated tastings, and immersing yourself in the artistry and business of wine at one of our award-winning estates such as Mission Hill Family Estate, CedarCreek Estate Winery, CheckMate Artisanal Winery, Liquidity Wines, Red Barn Winery at Jagged Rock and Road 13 Vineyards.

The Wine Sales Development Program is more than a summer role — it’s your launchpad to a dynamic career in the beverage alcohol industry. After your placement, successful participants will have the opportunity to transition into a sales opportunity role within our national distribution business, with long-term pathways into Sales, Guest Experience, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain.

Why Join Us?

At Mark Anthony Group, growth isn’t just what we do — it’s who we are. As an innovative and rapidly expanding company, we invest in people who want to leave their mark. Here’s what you can expect:

• Learn the industry “Grape to Glass”: Deep dive into every stage of the wine and beverage business.
• Mark Anthony Sales Academy: Enroll in our training program designed to fast-track your sales and leadership skills.
• Career acceleration: Build a career with opportunities to grow across multiple disciplines and regions.
• Impact & culture: Work in a high-energy, entrepreneurial environment where our people drive growth and success is shared.
• Legacy & innovation: Be part of a team that’s not just selling wine, but building a lasting legacy in the industry.

Do You Have What It Takes?

We’re looking for ambitious, driven individuals ready to build a career in a fast-paced, competitive industry. To be successful, you’ll bring:

• A university degree (completed by April 2026)
• WSET Level II (completed or in progress by June 30, 2026)
• Customer Service, Hospitality or Sales experience is an asset.
• A relentless drive to win and ability to thrive in dynamic environments
• Willingness to relocate to the Okanagan Valley in BC

Deadline to apply: October 31, 2025 @ 11:59 PM (EST)

After submitting your resume, selected candidates will then have the opportunity to submit a video interview - this is your chance to show us what makes you unique and demonstrate your passion for wine. We look forward to hearing from you!

Mark Anthony Group is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds who are eligible to work in Canada.

We thank all candidates for their interest in MAG and we will reach out to those candidates that are under consideration. If you are contacted for an interview and require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact your recruiter.

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At Mark Anthony, we exist to Unearth the Extraordinary:

Our Purpose is not just a statement; it is a call to action that binds us together and ignites our passion for making a difference. It is the driving force behind why we do what we do every single day, connecting our global organization across all business units, roles, and locations. We are:

Best in Our Craft We set the standard with a pursuit of excellence that can be found in everything from our products and processes to our plants and people.

Ambitiously Curious We stay curious, dreaming big and navigating the unknown with an enduring belief in better.

Made With Humility We bring humility, authenticity, fun, and support to every collaboration and celebrate wins as a team.

Daringly Disruptive We disrupt the status quo, moving fast to seize opportunities and acting scrappy to stay ahead of industry giants.