Fine Wine Storage & Inventory Manager

H.T. Prof Executive Search; Hoboken (NJ); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

H. T. PROF Group is seeking a Wine Storage Manager to oversee daily operations, climate controls, and coordination of a premier wine storage facility in Jersey City, NJ.

The role requires meticulous inventory management, hands-on experience with inventory software, and a solid understanding of wine varietals to preserve the extensive collection. The ideal candidate will bring attention to detail and familiarity with environmental monitoring systems in a storage environment.

Qualifications

• Experience: 2–4 years of experience in wine warehousing, cellar management, fine wine retail, or upscale hospitality coordination.
• Wine Knowledge: Solid foundational understanding of global wine regions, vintages, proper aging windows, and bottle formats. Professional certifications (e.g., WSET Level 2/3, Certified Sommelier) are a major plus.
• Technical Savvy: Proficiency with inventory management software, Excel, barcode scanners, and smart environmental-monitoring apps.
• Attention to Detail: Absolute precision in documentation, tracking serial/bin numbers, and catching subtle discrepancies on labels.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations, climate controls, and coordination of the premier wine storage facility.
• Be the primary custodian of an extensive collection, ensuring inventory is systematically tracked and preserved under flawless storage conditions.

Skills

Wine warehousing experience

Wine knowledge

Attention to detail

Tools

Inventory software

Excel

Barcode scanners

Environmental monitoring apps

Job description

Our client provides wine storage and related services based out of the 22,000 square foot facility in Jersey City, NJ. Their service area covers a 100-mile radius from our headquarters; effectively serving the state of New Jersey, all five boroughs of New York, Long Island, the lower Hudson Valley, eastern Pennsylvania, and coastal Connecticut.

Position

They are seeking a highly organized, meticulous Wine Storage Manager to oversee the daily operations, climate controls, and coordination of the premier wine storage facility. The manager will be the primary custodian of an extensive collection, ensuring that all inventory is systematically tracked, safely managed, and preserved under flawless storage conditions. The ideal candidate possesses deep foundational knowledge of wine varietals, firsthand experience with inventory software, and a technical understanding of environmental monitoring systems.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: 2–4 years of experience in wine warehousing, cellar management, fine wine retail, or upscale hospitality coordination.
• Wine Knowledge: Solid foundational understanding of global wine regions, vintages, proper aging windows, and bottle formats. Professional certifications (e.g., WSET Level 2/3, Certified Sommelier) are a major plus.
• Technical Savvy: Proficiency with inventory management software, Excel, barcode scanners, and smart environmental-monitoring apps.
• Attention to Detail: Absolute precision in documentation, tracking serial/bin numbers, and catching subtle discrepancies on labels.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and navigate tight cellar spaces for long periods.
• Ability to lift and move heavy boxes and wine cases weighing up to fifty pounds daily comfortably and safely.
• Comfort working routinely in cooler, dimly lit ambient environments (typically fifty-five°F / 13°C) designed for wine preservation.