Sales Representative – Buffalo, NY
Buffalo, NY
Sales Representative – Buffalo, NY
Build and manage customer relationships through face-to-face visits and phone/email, using Microsoft Office and internal systems. Wholesale sales experience is preferred; retail or restaurant experience may also be considered.
Skurnik Wines & Spirits prides ourselves in the finest selection of fine wines and spirits, and the best service and hospitality in the business, with a growing sales team. We are seeking a talented Sales Representative to build upon existing business in Buffalo, NY.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Prior sales experience working on the wholesale end of the industry is strongly preferred, though not required. Candidates with commensurate retail and/or restaurant
experience will also be considered.
- Market network of buyers & clientele in Buffalo
- Understanding of the Buffalo marketplace and relevant competition
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Detail oriented and solution focused.
- Computer experience necessary, utilizing all tools within Microsoft Office.
- Reports to: Sales Manager, Western NY
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage and develop relationships with customers via face-to-face visits and phone/email correspondence.
- Develop expertise of Skurnik Wines’ portfolio of wines and spirits from around the world as the fundamental tool of establishing successful sales.
- Learn and utilize internal operating systems to effectively follow company policies.
- Work in conjunction with Portfolio Management.
- Collaborate to facilitate sales opportunities.
- Willingly accept assignments for market work with visiting winery suppliers.
- Manage and report monthly filing of expense reports in accordance with company policy.
- Comply with all policies in accordance with our Credit Department and associated State Liquor Authority.
- Communicate regularly with the Regional Sales Manager and Credit Department as appropriate to advise of important matters at all times.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by Management.
Job category: Sales and Marketing
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Prior sales experience working on the wholesale end of the industry is strongly preferred, though not required. Candidates with commensurate retail and/or restaurant
experience will also be considered.
- Market network of buyers & clientele in Buffalo
- Understanding of the Buffalo marketplace and relevant competition
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Detail oriented and solution focused.
- Computer experience necessary, utilizing all tools within Microsoft Office.
- Reports to: Sales Manager, Western NY
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage and develop relationships with customers via face-to-face visits and phone/email correspondence.
- Develop expertise of Skurnik Wines’ portfolio of wines and spirits from around the world as the fundamental tool of establishing successful sales.
- Learn and utilize internal operating systems to effectively follow company policies.
- Work in conjunction with Portfolio Management.
- Collaborate to facilitate sales opportunities.
- Willingly accept assignments for market work with visiting winery suppliers.
- Manage and report monthly filing of expense reports in accordance with company policy.
- Comply with all policies in accordance with our Credit Department and associated State Liquor Authority.
- Communicate regularly with the Regional Sales Manager and Credit Department as appropriate to advise of important matters at all times.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by Management.
Job category: Sales and Marketing