Trade and Professional Services Representative (Wine Jobs: Sales & Marketing)

Full Time

  Kenaston Wine Market (http://www.kenastonwine.com)

  Winnipeg, Manitoba

Kenaston Wine Market is hiring!  We are currently seeking an enthusiastic, outgoing individual to be our Trade & Professional Services Representative. 

 

KWM Trade and Professional Services Representative Employment Profile and Description

·         On-Premise (Licensee) Sales & Service (Restaurants, Hotels, Private Clubs, Convention/Event Centres, etc.)

·         Wine Education/Event Participation

·         In-Store Shifts as required

 

Primary Role & Responsibilities for On-Premise Sales & Service Representative

We require a motivated self-starter with good organizational skills and the ability to seek out and capitalize on new business opportunities as well as work with existing clients.  A basic overview of expectations for the position is outlined below:

·         On-Premise Sales – menu consultation, menu development, licensee staff training, customer service

·         Maintain existing clients and increase customer loyalty and satisfaction

·         Identify, target and secure new business opportunities

·         Wine Education/Event Participation – attend appropriate trade/culinary events & all KWM Special Events

Qualifications applicants must possess

·         College / University Diploma or 2-4 years of equivalent industry experience

·         WSET, SWE, ISG or CAPS accreditation is an asset

·         Excellent communication and organizational skills

·         Working knowledge of Microsoft Office

·         A reasonable knowledge and understanding of wine and wine service

·         Upbeat and enthusiastic service-oriented attitude combined with a strong work ethic

·         Valid Manitoba driver’s license

·         Must be flexible with evenings and weekends

·         Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the job

 

About Kenaston Wine Market…

Kenaston Wine Market’s Team – led by wine loving entrepreneur, Jim Jaworski – has been having fun with wine since 1994.   We work tirelessly to bring you a constantly updated and exciting selection of wines from around the world.

Our goal is to offer a wine destination where people can explore and connect with others who share their enthusiasm for wine – in an easy-to-shop and casual environment. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff is always on hand to answer questions and help you with your choices.

We are seriously passionate about wine and food – we explore it every day. We strive to bring unique wines and flavours from around the world for you to experience.   Most of all, we enjoy sharing these finds with you. Quite simply, we love our work!

We want to make wine accessible to everyone by offering convenient store hours, online shopping and city-wide delivery.

Though we think globally, we act within our community. KWM has been an enthusiastic supporter of many community and non-profit events and important causes over the past two decades. KWM is also a proud equal opportunity employer.

 

How To Apply

To apply please forward a detailed cover letter and resume to Jenn Coish at [email protected]

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