RFB Chain Sales Consultant

At Romano Beverage Regal Wine Co., we offer an elite portfolio of world-class wines in the premium and luxury category. Integrity, honesty and innovation are the pillars of our company, along with an unyielding commitment to quality. We are always seeking top talent who share these values.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Manage assigned territory of accounts that is focused on-premise, and may also include; hotels, independent off-premise and online retailers.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Achieve sales goals within assigned territory. Goals may include new placements, case and revenue goals

• Provide educational wine training to accounts and staff through tastings, seminars and special events

• Develop and continue to build relationships with Romano Beverage Regal Wine Co. Management and supplier partners

• Prioritize and preplan daily for each account to maximize efficiency

• Construct unique wine presentations that embrace company standards, programs and initiatives

• Ability to make persuasive sales calls using wine knowledge, ROI, margins and pour costs

• Grow and foster professional relationships with key accounts in assigned territory

• Create and maintain territory account run

• Manage accounts receivable for territory

• Communicate pertinent information between management, accounts and marketplace

• Responsible for working within approved expense budget

• Ability to effectively present one-on-one or in a group setting

• Continue to develop wine knowledge, business acumen and sales skills to increase professional growth

• Display original thinking and creativity for problem solving

• Ability to work in a fasted paced environment and adapt and respond to change quickly

• Other duties as assigned by District Manager

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of 2 years sales experience required, wine sales experience preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing or Communications preferred

• Successful candidate must: be at least 21 years of age

• Must possess a current driver’s license; maintain current auto insurance coverage and have a clean driving record

• Ability to repetitively lift a minimum of 50 lbs; be able to bend, squat, climb, kneel, twist and lift repetitively;

• Excellent verbal communication, written communication, and listening skills are required

• This position requires the availability to work flexible hours and weekends, when necessary, for special events

• Candidate must be willing to reside within territory

• Must be self-motivated, willing to work hard, and striving to learn more. Must have a passion and excitement for wine and maintain a high level of integrity