Sales Executive (Wine) - Full or Part Time

Green Earth Distributing; Atlanta (GA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Fractional or part-time role

Travel within Atlanta Metro

Job summary

A new wine distribution company is seeking a Sales Executive in the Atlanta area. This remote part-time or full-time role requires knowledge of Western European wines, strong sales skills, and the ability to build relationships with clients. Responsibilities include promoting the wine portfolio and maintaining customer relations. The ideal candidate should be comfortable working on a commission basis and willing to pursue relevant wine certifications. Competitive commission structure and opportunity for growth in a new market.

Qualifications

• Experience in Sales and Client Relations.
• Strong knowledge of wine varieties and regions.
• Able to work independently with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and open new clients in the wine industry.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Present and promote the company's wine portfolio.
• Contribute to sales strategy development and ongoing education.
• Travel within the Atlanta Metro Area to meet prospects and close deals.

Skills

Sales skills

Client Relations

Business Development

Presentation skills

Negotiation skills

Persuasive communication

Organizational skills

Self-management

CRM tools proficiency

Wine knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, or related field

Certification as a Sommelier or WSET L2

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Sales Executive (Wine) – Full or Part-Time

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants

THIS IS WRITTEN IN FUTURE TENSE AS WE WILL OPEN IN Q1 2026.

Green Earth Distributing, opening soon and based in Roswell GA, will specialize in exceptional wines from dozens of fine family-owned wineries located in Spain, Italy, France, and Portugal. We will quickly earn a reputation for providing amazing wine at great values and exceptional service to clients in the Metro Atlanta Area (and beyond). With a dedication to commitment, authenticity and trust, Green Earth Distributing strives to build strong partnerships with both wineries and customers…and ultimately their customers. Put another way, our goal will never be to be the biggest, but it will be to be THE BEST. As such, in addition to making outstanding wine, our wineries will each have strong commitments to agri‑tourism (welcoming our customers with open arms) and the environment…eg Green Earth.

A few thoughts from our founder: I learned a long time ago that sales is a cliche as building true partnerships with excellence is the key to growing businesses…by first understanding what people/customers need, which all too often they don’t even recognize this need, and then bringing solutions to address their needs…time‑and‑time again, with value, integrity, and ultimately excellence. This is exactly why I am founding Green Earth Distributing, right now, as I believe the world (the Atlanta Area) needs more great pleasures at great value, from companies that operate as families (from the heart) and are committed to making the world a better place…in our case, through the wine itself, eco‑conscious production, and amazing experiences. I am so excited to get started and truly make the world a better place.

Role Description

IF your answer to ALL of the following questions is "yes," please apply.

• Are you both knowledgeable and passionate about great Western European wine?
• Do you have the self‑confidence to know if you have a truly great product, at a fantastic value, you will enjoy educating others on this wine and ultimately making sales?
• Does the idea of being the first to the US market with most of the wines you would sell excite you?
• Does the opportunity to travel to Europe periodically to find new wineries to represent, while building stronger relationships with our existing wineries, interest you?
• If you are not already certified, are you willing to pursue either Sommelier or WSET L2 certification (over time)?
• Are you looking for an opportunity to build something from the ground‑up, and willing to collaborate and find solutions to optimize the business for all as the business grows?
• Do you have strong relationships in Northern Atlanta Metro Area?
• Would you be energized about the opportunity to sell to literally every retailer in the marketplace?
• Are you comfortable and able to work on a 100% commission basis?
• Are you committed to excellence as the only way to operate?

This Sales Executive role is a remote position but should be based relatively near Roswell, GA. As Green Earth is a new business, we are open to "fractional" or "part‑time" sales people, including just a few hours a week given your other life commitments. In fact, this could be a perfect opportunity if you are a well‑educated wine‑lover (e.g. Somm) and are excited by what you read above, and potentially working into a more full‑time venture over time.

The Sales Executive will be responsible for identifying and opening new clients, building and maintaining strong customer relationships, and will focus on finer wine retailers or on‑premise customers (initially). Key responsibilities include presenting and promoting the company's wine portfolio, conducting client meetings and tastings, educating customers and their customers on our wine/wineries/wine regions, contributing to the development of sales strategies, and continuing education. The role will involve travel in the Atlanta Metro Area, but travel can and should be very focused on a few cites (ideally, relatively close to the Roswell warehouse prior to expanding more broadly).

Qualifications

• Proven skills in Sales, Client Relations, and Business Development
• Strong presentation, negotiation, and persuasive communication skills
• Knowledge of the wine industry, including understanding of wine varieties and regions
• Organizational and self‑management skills with the ability to work independently
• Experience in using CRM tools and other sales technologies is a plus
• Willingness to travel locally and access to reliable transportation
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, or related field is preferred
• Certification as a Sommelier or WSET L2 is preferred.
• Must be willing to take the "TIPS" alcohol beverage training course within first 2 months

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Other

Job function

Sales, Business Development, and Marketing

Industries: Wholesale Alcoholic Beverages

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