Luxury Wine Specialist | Oxford Street Merchants

Job Description:

Oxford Street Merchants is the Fine Wine and Spirits Division of Johnson Brothers, the largest wine and spirits distributor in Nebraska.  Johnson Brothers is a leading family-owned distributor of wine, spirits, and beer, delivering exceptional service since 1953. We proudly represent the world’s top beverage brands and are committed to excellence, innovation, and growth. Johnson Brothers offers exciting opportunities in a variety of areas. Join our passionate team and help shape the future of the beverage industry!

General responsibilities include the proper management of an established sales territory including selling, servicing, account management, administration and accounts receivable. This position will be focused on concierge-level, consultative selling to luxury-designated accounts (fine wine retail, country clubs, fine-dining restaurants, etc) in the Omaha metro area.  Candidate must be located and familiar in the Omaha, NE area.
 

Job Duties:

• Coordinate and manage special events, programs and initiatives set forth by supplier(s).
• Pro-actively drive business objectives and goals.
• Track results on a weekly, monthly or quarterly basis to include: distribution, menus, drink features (permanent and temporary), promotions (facilitated and unfacilitated), visibility and bar and wait staff persuasion and training.
• Assist with Point-of-sale tools to drive distribution, menu placement, and features for supplier brands.
• Track national account programs to ensure compliance to all programs set forth.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
   

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Keep abreast of competitive information and activity.
• Properly use and care for all company property.
• Maintain a clean, safe and presentable working area and vehicle condition.
   

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly
• Communication – Ability to communicate effectively with others
• Independence – Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Negotiation – Ability to influence
• Organization – Ability to organize and plan work to meet established deadlines
• Problem Solving – Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems
• Professionalism – Ability to be courteous and respectful
• Working Under Pressure – Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations
   

SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Education: BS degree or equivalent work experience
• Experience: Prior selling experience preferred
• Certifications: Wine and/or spirits certifications (CMS, WSET, SWE) preferred
• Computer Skills: Computer proficiency with Microsoft (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point) and Internet applications
• Prior experience working with Branches, Easy Bev and/or Quota Tracker a plus
• Math Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide
   

Johnson Brothers is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair treatment and hiring based on qualifications. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, or any other protected status under applicable laws.

Worker Sub-Type:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time