Wine and Spirits Specialist

This position is responsible for:

• Establishing, managing, and delivering on Wine & Spirits suppliers with Lakeshore Beverage sales team in the Off Premise independent package liquor segment
• Establish Wine & Spirits Portfolio programming that is ‘ahead of the curve’
• Lead weekly KPI routine with wholesaler sales team (distribution, displays, activation)
• Provide significant feedback to supplier partners
• Day to day responsibilities include:
• Manage targeted account list
• Develop relationships with key account gatekeepers
• Achieving or exceeding monthly sales & distribution goals
• New product launch strategy and execution
• Key account calls to sell-in new distribution and programming
• Assist with inventory and forecasting
• Collaborate with marketing team to ensure programs and initiatives are well communicated
• Assist in the Training and Development of the Sales and Management Team
• Conduct ride-with's with sales team
• Host in-house training sessions
• Execute retailer training's

Successful candidates must possess the following:

• The ability to work in a team setting
• Advanced knowledge of Wine & Spirits
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Products
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in the alcohol industry

A Bachelor’s Degree preferred, but not required for an otherwise-qualified candidate. 

Position Reports to: Wine & Spirits Sales Director