Sales Supervisor (Wine Jobs: Wine Retail & Sommelier)

  NOMAD at Hinterbrook Estate Winery (http://hinterbrook.com)

  1181 Lakeshore Rd, Niagara on the Lake, Ontario

INTRODUCTION:

NOMAD at Hinterbrook Estate Winery is a fast growing, dynamic winery, with a big focus on both our more common NOMAD brand table wine and Higher-end Hinterbrook brand reserve wines. We are looking for a certified sommelier and  wine enthusiast who has access to European wineries to join our team and help the Hinterbrook brand grow to the next level by helping into the European market. 

WORK DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

●       Marketing and other administrative (report to owners directly about weekly and monthly Hinterbrook wine sales, assist in brand and packaging design, participate in establishing both short term and long-term marketing plan, research and analysis of European market)

●       Staff supervision and training (create and implement daily schedule, assign tasks to team members to meet tight deadlines, train new staff on products and brands styles)

●       Merchandising (advise on new wine release setup, maintain display, shelf stocking)

●       Sales and customer service (recommend adequate product, execute in-store wine tasting, high-end reserve wine sales, independently setting up retail customer service line, contact local fine dinning restaurants, contact European wineries/customers, must able to work early morning)

●       General supervisor role (inventory control, opening and closing procedure, maintain and implement policies and procedures, maintain a strong floor presence)

POSITION REQUIREMENTS: 

Languages:

●       Bilingual, third language(s) is an strong asset

Education:

●       Secondary (High) school graduation certification, Smart Serve Certification is must, Sommelier certificate is a must

Work Experience:

●       2 to 3 years of experience in a wine industry, at least 1-year experience in serving reserve wine, previous experience in Europe winery is preferred, at least 2 years of experience in marketing or an equivalent degree/certification

Other requirements and skills:

●       Knowledge of Old-World Wine is a must, with a focus on European styles

●       Knowledge of food and wine paring practices

●       Excellent professional presentation and communication skills, and knowledge of European customers and styles

●       Familiarity with Ontario liquor laws and exporting sales requirements

●       Computer/POS proficiency 

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

This position requires a strong presence on the sales floor. Candidate must be comfortable standing for long periods of time, be comfortable repeatedly lifting cases of wine (up to 20 kg), be comfortable kneeling, bending, and climbing ladders, must be able to work early morning, days, evenings, weekends and holidays. 

EMPLOYMENT GROUP:

Students, Youth, Veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces, Visible minorities, Persons with disabilities, Indigenous people, Newcomers to Canada, Seniors, Apprentices

 

Full time permanent at $21 per hour for 30 hours to 35 hours per week.

How To Apply

By mail or email.

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