Wine Jobs in Vancouver, WA

Handcrafted Wines is a family-owned fine wine and spirits distributor servicing the full state of Oregon. Our loyal customers range from national restaurants and grocery retailers to independent bottle shops, liquor stores and fine dining establishments. We have built a reputation of excellence based on industry- leading customer service. Handcrafted offers state-of-the-art sales tools, personalized training and educational opportunities for team members. Every member of the sales team is a full-time employee who qualifies for health, vision, optical, retirement and disability benefits.

Handcrafted Wines endeavors to promote diversity through both our hiring and employment practices as well as with the wines we represent. Our portfolio contains nearly 200 wines and spirits that are either made or owned by women. And we are growing the selection of BIPOC owned and made beverages. We actively seek to represent historically significant wineries and wine companies that share our values for social responsibility.

Handcrafted Wines is currently accepting applications for a Full Time Wine Sales Representative for Portland Metro that would include areas of Inner, East, and North Portland. The ideal candidate will have experience selling throughout the three tier system. The sales territory is well established with additional room to grow. The territory is supported with separate regular weekly delivery service.

A successful person in this position will maintain and increase sales among active customers while regularly prospecting the area for new opportunities. Active customers in this territory range from large national chain retailers to golf clubs, local specialty shops, fine dining establishments and liquor stores. The candidate must have a working knowledge of wine regions and styles and the ability to sell wines to customers who have a wide range of experience. This position reports to the Director of Sales. The candidate must have the ability to work independently and manage their time effectively with minimal supervision. Organization, product knowledge and humility are the keys to success. Ideal candidates will bring industry contacts and relationships beneficial to building new business.

Applicants will : ALLHave at least 2 years of experience in fine wine and / or spirits sales. Wholesale experience preferred. Retail, restaurant and / or hospitality experience will also be considered.

Desire and ambition to "cold call" and follow up on new prospects.

Work with the Sales Manager, producers and supplier representatives to organize restaurant staff training, in-store demos, winemaker dinners, industry tastings and other promotional events.

Be willing and able to work some evenings and weekends in support of sales and marketing events.

Have a knowledge of and passion for wine.

Have reliable transportation and a valid drivers license.

Be able to carry 40lbs for up to 50 feet.

Have a computer and demonstrate basic skills in Google Office Suite and Microsoft Office.

Be dependable, reliable and honest.

Be self-motivated and have excellent time-management skills.

Have superior professional communication skills both written and verbal.

Have a positive attitude and desire to work with colleagues to continually improve our company and cultivate business in your territory.

Ideal Applicants will have :

Excellent wine and spirits knowledge (please mention any relevant certifications and / or experiences).

Ability to gauge wine knowledge / tastes of the customer and suggest appropriate selections from our portfolio.

Experience with Encompass CRM / ERP operating platform.

Experience with Excel, Powerpoint, Illustrator and Adobe programs.

Have pre-existing relationships with customers in this territory.

To apply :

Please send an introductory letter that speaks to your personality and ambitions along with your resume.

Job category : Sales and Marketing