Sales Representative- New York, New York - Vintage Imports : Job Details

We are seeking a Sales Representative in New York Metro to join our rapidly growing wine and spirits sales teamAre you a dynamic, enthusiastic, and self-motivated individual? Do you excel at forming relationships and providing excellent customer service? Do you enjoy great food, wines and craft spirits? If so, you could be an excellent candidate for our growing sales team.Vintage Imports, founded in 1980, is an established and successful locally based importer and distributor of wines and spirits. We focus on quality products from the US and around the world, with an emphasis on high-quality, family-owned, boutique producers in addition to some of the top national brands.Job Responsibilities:ALL Provide exceptional service to foster ongoing customer relationshipsPresent and sell a portfolio of wines & spirits to restaurants and retail stores within the sales territoryProspect and contact potential new customersContinuously improve product/portfolio knowledgeHost in-store promotional events, such as tastings and/or staff trainings, wine dinners, etc. (may include some night/weekend activities)Assist customers with proper and effective merchandising, including preferred shelf placement, merchandising, promotional collateral, etc.Attend monthly sales meetings in Bristol, PA, in person or virtuallyReview each customer's individual needs and understand how to tailor sales efforts to maximize ROIProvide after-the-sale follow-up and support to ensure customers' success with the product(s)Monitor customer receivables and facilitate timely collectionsJob Requirements:Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral)Previous experience in sales, restaurants, or wine and spirits retailBasic wine and spirits knowledge (Sommelier certification or similar a plus)Bachelor's degree or equivalent related work experienceAbility to build rapport with customers and close a saleEntrepreneurial drive; must be motivated to work independentlyImpeccably well organized and detail orientedAble to formulate creative and innovative strategies to develop businessValid driver's license and reliable properly registered and insured vehicle a MUSTSmartphone & computer skills are essentialExisting knowledge of territory is important; you must reside in the territoryAbility to lift 40 lbs.Competitive Compensation Package:Base commissionMedical/Dental/Vision insurance401K with tiered company matchDisability and Life Insurance benefitsHome office and vehicle expense reimbursementPotential for bonuses and travel rewardsVintage Imports is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Job category: Sales and Marketing.