Job Description

About us

European Wine Imports is in its third decade of Wholesale distribution, servicing all 88 Ohio counties. We Are Local, Everywhere. Founded as a family business 25 years ago, the tradition of good business principles has remained the cornerstone of European Wine Imports success. Honesty, hard work, fair dealing, service and an ongoing commitment to the customers and staff. European Wine Imports strives to provide an ever-escalating standard of innovation and service to its customers and to responsibly enhance demand for its products.

**Job Overview:**

European Wine Imports, a boutique statewide wine wholesaler seeks a professional-minded salesperson for established and new sales territories in the Cleveland and surrounding areas. Successful candidates MUST HAVE wholesale experience, or commensurate experience in the hospitality industry, exemplary interpersonal skills and strong work ethic.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

The pay structure is comprised of salary plus commission.

**Duties:**

Schedule and conduct sales calls with all buyers, which includes proposing new product, displays, promotions, and ads into accounts with the aid of thoroughly prepared sales presentations
Manage contracts to retain and add product in sets, set TPR tags and pricing competitively, and confirm all products are added to ensure acceptance of delivery
Achieve monthly sales goals
Work closely with sales team to manage relationships with key accounts, communicate new product approved at the corporate level, and provide pre-order and new item forms
Assist in customer product and sales training
Provide exceptional customer service, including follow up with corporate buyers to ensure they are satisfied with our service/products and to answer any questions or concerns
Work with suppliers in the market and assist them in arranging special events
Attend sales meetings, conferences and trade shows, as required
Stay up-to-date on new products and the changing needs of customers
Prepare and utilize reports for buyers and the sales team
Additional duties and responsibilities to be determined

Qualifications

Minimum age 21
High School Diploma/GED required, Bachelor's degree preferred
Three or more years' beverage/corporate chain sales experience required
Basic competency with basic iOS or Android devices
Pass a pre-employment background check
Pass a drug test at any time during employment
Follow all Ohio rules and regulations, as they apply to the position
Maintain a safe driving record and have a valid driver's license with no restrictions.
Desire to stay up-to-date on industry trends and product knowledge
Display confidence, reliability, persistence, composure and professionalism
Ability to problem solve quickly and efficiently
Ability to attain a Ohio Liquor Control Commission license
Must be able to lift 45 pounds

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 30 – 50 per week

Benefits: