Job Status: Filled

Sales Representative (Wine Jobs: Sales & Marketing)

Full Time

  Univins & Spirits (http://www.univins.ca)

  Toronto Core, Ontario

 

SALES REPRESENTATIVE – UNIVINS & SPIRITS

Toronto Core

 

Univins and Spirits is looking to add a new member to its team in Ontario.  

Univins & Spirits is a Canada-wide wine and spirits agency firmly established all across the country. The agency leverages its 25 years of know-how and its extensive national and international network to deploy the brands it represents with great success. The company is based in Montreal and has representatives and regional offices in many provinces. It generates annual retail sales of $170 million. www.univins.ca

 

Univins and Spirits is a leader of fine wines in the province of Ontario in terms of average retail selling price per bottle, and one of the fastest growing companies.  While a major partner to the VINTAGES business unit, LCBO WINES (General List) and Consignment is an ever expanding part of the business.

 

JOB DESCRIPTION

Manage and develop the Toronto Core territory.

  • Seek and build new business opportunities across all trade channels; working with existing customer base, while forging new relations.

  • Increase market share for our current portfolio while introducing and launching new products into market.

  • Maintain, develop, and increase customer loyalty for the portfolio through management of existing accounts.

  • Analyze sales-related statistics to strategically grow your territory.

  • Organize and participate in trade marketing events to support our portfolio and build brand loyalty.

 

ATTRIBUTES

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

  • Self-motivated with determination to succeed in a highly competitive market.

  • Work independently with minimum supervision.

  • Highly organized and able to work under time restraints with attention to detail and accuracy.

  • Dedicated to create and maintain strong customer relationships.

  • Possess good wine appreciation/education courses and/or sales related experience.

  • Strong work ethic with ability to work some evenings and weekends (wine festivals, winemaker dinners)

  • Computer skills - knowledgeable of Microsoft Office programs.

  • Must possess a valid Ontario Driver's License and have reliable transportation.

  • Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position including the ability to lift 20 kgs.

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum of three years of related experience in a similar role in the wine and spirits industry

  • Wine or Hospitality experience is an asset

  • Successful completion of WSET or industry related courses is an asset

    Base salary plus incentive bonus, car allowance and benefits commensurate with experience. Business related expenses are also covered.

    Please forward a detailed cover letter and resume to: [email protected]

 

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