Fine Wine Inventory & Authentication Specialist

Acker; Valley Cottage (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental and view

Company Sponsored Life, AD&D, LTD

401(k) program with discretionary

Generous vacation accrual and holidays

Wine discounts & More

Job summary

Acker in Valley Cottage, NY, seeks a Wine Specialist to support the warehouse team by receiving, inspecting, and inventorying wines for the database and sale. The role includes training in authenticating old and rare wines to ensure accuracy and provenance.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of warehouse and inventory experience, strong communication, and basic math and computer skills; WSET or similar wine education is preferred, with spirits knowledge a plus. Salary reflects experience.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Extremely organized with minimal supervision.
• Basic math and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Inventory wines by region, vineyard, maker, and vintage.
• Inspect products for defects or damages.
• Receive training in authenticating wines.
• Perform in-house inspections of wine and spirits.
• Oversee and support receiving and unpacking incoming inventory.

Skills

Excellent communication

Multitasking

Highly organized

Basic math & computer skills

Education

WSET or equivalent wine education

3+ years warehouse/inventory experience

Job description

Acker in Valley Cottage, NY, seeks a Wine Specialist to support the warehouse team by receiving, inspecting, and inventorying wines for the database and sale. The role includes training in authenticating old and rare wines to ensure accuracy and provenance.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of warehouse and inventory experience, strong communication, and basic math and computer skills; WSET or similar wine education is preferred, with spirits knowledge a plus. Salary reflects experience.