Location
Vancouver, British Columbia
Salary
70,000-85,000
Job Type
Full Time
Job Overview
BC Account Manager (Full Time)
Dream Wines is a wine import agency proud to represent some of the most celebrated and sought-after wineries in the world across the Western Canadian market, as well as an extensive portfolio of core products with rapidly growing distribution. This is an exciting opportunity to join a passionate, growing team and play a key role in bringing exceptional wines to BC’s restaurants, retailers, and collectors. This position will be based out of Vancouver and Lower Mainland including the North Shore (West & North Vancouver).
As a BC Account Manager, you will drive the continued growth of our business across BC’s retail and on-premise channels, building lasting relationships with the people and businesses who bring our portfolio to life. We’re looking for a proven, target-driven salesperson who is as respected by their clients as they are trusted by their team – someone who understands not just how to sell, but why it matters to the business. Joining Dream Wines means becoming part of a tight-knit, entrepreneurial team where your voice genuinely shapes company decisions, and where you’ll be given the independence and support to make this role your own.
Summary of Key Sales Responsibilities
· Understand sales goals and always work to exceed sales targets.
· Develop and forge strong customer relationships.
· Maintain an excellent knowledge of our portfolio and build the excitement and passion within their assigned accounts.
· Identify, understand and cater to your customer’s wants and needs.
· Spend majority of the time growing business within existing accounts.
· Proactively invest time every week to prospect and cold call new accounts to grow business.
· Develop a network of industry professionals and private buyers to expand sales channels.
· Execute weekly and monthly sales plans as developed and directed.
· Effectively plan travel to touch as many accounts as possible on every trip.
· Adhere to company procedures and policies.
Requirements
Qualifications, Experience, and Requisites
· 2+ years sales experience in the wine industry.
· Proactive self-starter who can manage workload independently and prioritize effectively.
· Posses a passion for wine and knowledge of the BC wine industry.
· Engaging communicator who can capture people’s attention when presenting.
· Proven problem solver and ability to think on your feet.
· Solid organizational skills and attention to detail.
· Proven team-player and collaborator.
· Proficiency in MS Office Application (Excel, Word, Outlook).
· Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends, as required.
· Valid BC Driver’s License with clean driving record.
· Current ProServe Certification.
· Ability to lift 50lbs and stand for extended periods of time.
· Cell phone (allowance provided).
· Laptop/Computer
· Personal Vehicle
Compensation
Competitive compensation commensurate to experience and qualification.
How to Apply
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