Fine Wine Consultant, Italian Specialist -MD/VA/DC - Washington DC

Company: Palm Bay International - New York
Location: Washington, DC
Posted On: 09/13/2024

Fine Wine & Spirits Consultant, Italian Specialist (Washington DC, MD, VA)If interested in this opportunity, please complete this survey for full consideration:https://go.cultureindex.com/p/6nuNHy1zjdSPalm Bay International, a dynamic family-owned company, offers one of the nation's most comprehensive portfolios of imported wines and spirits, including over 50 suppliers from around the globe. Among Palm Bay's most valued assets is its remarkable network of long-term partnerships with the foremost wholesale companies in all 50 states, as well as the Caribbean, Mexico and Central America. With the crucial collaboration of these partners, Palm Bay's portfolio is able to meet the needs of every level of the industry, from independent restaurants and retail stores, to chain accounts, supermarkets, hotels, airlines, cruise ships, duty-free accounts and U.S. military bases. This impressive roster of brands, accounts and relationships positions Palm Bay as a major source of fine wines and spirits and an industry leader in the U.S. marketplace. For more visit: www.palmbay.com.Location: Washington, DC idealPosition Overview: The purpose of the position is to build and develop sales and distribution of Palm Bay wine and spirits in DC, MD and VA with a focus on Italian fine wine. The role is 100% sales in the Mid Atlantic market.Responsibilities/Essential Functions:Solicit, sell and promote our Italian wines and spirits to an assigned customer base in DC/MD/VA. Cold call to increase respective account base. Educate the trade and consumers about our brands at tastings and events approved by PBI. Sell on the street and handle carrying wine and spirit samples to accounts on a daily basis. Qualifications/Requirements:Bachelor's Degree preferred3-5 years of experience in salesStrong working knowledge of wine and spirits. Imported wine and craft spirits are a plusSelf-motivatedCurrent account relationships for wine and spirits requiredStrong communication, both written and verbalSuperior organizational skills, detail oriented, must be able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlinesAbility to work independently and in a dynamic, high energy, team-oriented atmosphere.High level of proficiency with Microsoft officeAbility to speak Italian is preferred Benefits Overview:Palm Bay offers a competitive compensation package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(K), paid vacation, personal time off and 11 paid company holidays.Palm Bay International is an equal opportunity employer.Job category: Sales and Marketing More...

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