Sales & Logistic Coordinator (Wine Jobs: Sales & Marketing)

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

  Vancouver, British Columbia

Summary of the position

The Sales and Logistic Coordinator is mainly responsible for the interprovincial transfers of products in a timely manner within Western Canada, administratively support the introduction of new products, and support the brand, sales and marketing management for the region in sales reporting, updating data, sales tools availability and accuracy.

Primary role and key responsibilities       

• Manage the inbound transfers within the region (Alta, B.C., Sask. MB.) for a seamless operation and ensure the adequate and on time level of products available in each province;
• Handle warehousing problems with third party, in accordance with the contract;
• Monitor forecasts and ensure availability of products on location according to the promotional plan;
•  Ensure a seamless introduction of new producers and new products with the liquor boards from an administrative standpoint (forms, prices, labeling, delivery schedule, on site availability etc.), act as the point of contact with the liquor boards for related matters;
• Execute the introduction of new products in the system and  update sales tools accordingly; 
• Prepare the weekly sales reports as required;
• Update clients data base, prepare reports and do other clerical tasks as required;
• Update sales tools and price lists in a timely manner  when price changes occur;
• Ensure customs’ regulations are met and the paperwork (shipping bill, invoice, certificate of origin, chemical analysis, permit etc.) is done as required by law for samples shipped to or from the region;
• Troubleshoot and solve any logistic issues or difficulty  in a cost effective manner for the inbound transfers;
• Escalate logistics and costs impact issues in regards to overall international shipping or related matters, that he or she becomes aware ,to the Manager Logistics, Shipping and Stock at head office;
• Maintain good business relationships with brokers, government officials, shipping supervisors (dispatch) etc.
• Participate in special events such as wine tastings or commercial fairs as required;
• Execute any other task assign from time to time.

Requirements

• Undergraduate studies in sales, logistic, customs or similar;
• 7 years’ experience in shipping, inventory or sales support;
• Experience dealing with customs;
• Experience dealings with the imports of alcoholic beverages;
• English (written /spoken);
• French, Italian, and/or Spanish spoken (preferred);
• Microsoft Office Suite (expert Excel, intermediate Word and PowerPoint).