Wine Channel Sales Consultant

Winebow; Schiller Park (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Winebow in Illinois is seeking a results-oriented sales professional to promote and sell our wines to existing and new accounts. You will develop a plan to maximize distribution, visit accounts regularly, and build strong relationships to achieve company and supplier objectives.

Responsibilities include placing products for maximum exposure, providing educational programs, and collaborating with the manager on sales growth and market penetration. Travel is required, including weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; additional education strongly preferred.
• Two years marketing or sales experience preferred.
• Chain retail sales experience preferred.
• Wine knowledge preferred.
• Demonstrated computer knowledge.
• Valid Driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Presents, promotes and sells products to existing and prospective customers.
• Develops an effective sales plan to maximize wine distribution within an established or growing customer base.
• Establishes, develops and maintains positive business and customer relationships.
• Visits accounts regularly, capture visit notes, and build visit plans.
• Achieves internal Winebow and supplier objectives as prioritized by management.
• Places product on shelves or in displays for maximum exposure.
• Provides timely educational programs, materials and services to customer when necessary.
• Works with manager to monitor sales growth and market penetration using monthly reports.
• Participates in wine education programs, host wine dinners and pouring events.
• Communicates with Winebow Customer Service on orders or shipping needs.
• Meets goals and objectives effectively and on time.
• Travels as required; significant travel by automobile and/or airplane, including weekends.

Skills

Sales experience

Wine knowledge

Communication

Computer skills

Retail experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Winebow in Illinois is seeking a results-oriented sales professional to promote and sell our wines to existing and new accounts. You will develop a plan to maximize distribution, visit accounts regularly, and build strong relationships to achieve company and supplier objectives.

Responsibilities include placing products for maximum exposure, providing educational programs, and collaborating with the manager on sales growth and market penetration. Travel is required, including weekends as needed.