Remote Sommelier & Wine Program Manager

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Híbrido; ZAR 480.000 - 720.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Fully remote

Health insurance

Wine allowance

Professional development

Global exposure

Incentives

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a highly knowledgeable Remote Sommelier & Wine Program Manager to curate a global wine portfolio, create educational content, and potentially host virtual tastings. This fully remote role demands a refined palate, strong communication, and the ability to engage wine enthusiasts across levels from any location.

The ideal candidate has advanced sommelier credentials or equivalent experience, 5+ years in wine education or management, and a proven track record in content

Formación

• Advanced sommelier certification or equivalent extensive experience.
• 5+ years in wine selection, cellar management, or wine education, in high-volume or prestigious environments.
• Ability to develop engaging and informative wine content.
• Strong knowledge of global wine regions, grapes, and winemaking.
• Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with online retail platforms and digital content creation tools.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Responsabilidades

• Curate and manage online wine inventory with diverse, high-quality selections.
• Develop wine descriptions, tasting notes, and pairing suggestions.
• Create engaging educational content: articles, blogs, webinars, social media.
• Design and potentially lead virtual tastings and educational events.
• Collaborate with marketing on wine-focused campaigns and promotions.
• Monitor industry trends and identify portfolio expansion opportunities.
• Manage relationships with wine suppliers and distributors.
• Support wine-related e-commerce strategies and customer engagement.
• Ensure compliance with alcohol sales and distribution regulations.
• Maintain a comprehensive database of wines, vintages, tasting profiles.

Conocimientos

Advanced sommelier knowledge

5+ years experience

Excellent communication

Strong organization

Independent work

Wine content creation

Market trend analysis

Educación

Advanced Sommelier certification (e.g., Court of Master Sommeliers, WSET Diploma)

Herramientas

Online retail platforms

Digital content tools

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client, a renowned online wine retailer and connoisseur platform, is seeking a highly knowledgeable and passionate Remote Sommelier & Wine Program Manager. This is a unique, fully remote opportunity for an individual with extensive expertise in viticulture, oenology, and wine service. You will be responsible for curating and managing the company's online wine portfolio, developing wine education content, and potentially overseeing virtual tasting experiences. The ideal candidate possesses a refined palate, exceptional communication skills, and a proven ability to engage wine enthusiasts of all levels. You will be instrumental in shaping our client's wine identity and expanding their customer base through expert curation and engaging content creation, all from your chosen location.

Key Responsibilities

• Curate and manage the company's online wine inventory, ensuring a diverse and high-quality selection.
• Develop compelling wine descriptions, tasting notes, and pairing suggestions.
• Create engaging educational content, including articles, blog posts, webinars, and social media updates about wine.
• Design and potentially lead virtual wine tastings and educational events for customers.
• Collaborate with marketing teams to develop wine-focused campaigns and promotions.
• Monitor wine industry trends and identify new opportunities for portfolio expansion.
• Manage relationships with wine suppliers and distributors.
• Assist in developing wine-related e-commerce strategies and customer engagement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant alcohol sales and distribution regulations.
• Maintain a comprehensive database of wines, vintages, and tasting profiles.

Requirements

• Advanced Sommelier certification (e.g., Court of Master Sommeliers, WSET Diploma) or equivalent extensive experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in wine selection, cellar management, and/or wine education, preferably in a high-volume or prestigious environment.
• Proven ability to develop engaging and informative wine content.
• Excellent understanding of global wine regions, grape varietals, and winemaking techniques.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with online retail platforms and digital content creation tools.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• A passion for sharing wine knowledge and educating others.
• Strong analytical skills for market trend analysis and portfolio management.

Benefits

• This is a fully remote position offering the flexibility to work from anywhere.
• Our client provides a competitive annual salary, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Health insurance coverage.
• A generous allowance for wine purchases and professional development related to wine education.
• Opportunity to work with a world-class selection of wines and contribute to a thriving online community of wine lovers.
• Continuous learning opportunities and exposure to the global wine market are significant advantages.
• Performance-based incentives are also available for exceptional contributions to sales and program engagement.
• Join a passionate team dedicated to the art and enjoyment of wine.