Sales Manager
About the company
A reputable fine wine importer that is dynamic and fast growing, seeking talented individuals to join its team.
Your tasks
The Sales Manager will drive sales growth and enhance Grand Vin’s presence in the fine wine market by managing key accounts, developing client relationships, executing sales strategies, and supporting marketing initiatives.
- Drive sales growth by managing key accounts and developing relationships with restaurants, hotels, retailers, or private clients
- Present the company’s portfolio of wines and glassware to clients to increase brand awareness and sales
- Plan and execute targeted sales strategies to meet or exceed sales targets
- Conduct product training and tastings to educate clients and enhance product knowledge
- Collaborate with marketing to support promotional activities and events that boost sales
- Monitor daily sales performance and prepare accurate sales reports and forecasts
- Coordinate with logistics and operations teams to ensure timely delivery of products
- Provide high-quality customer service to maintain client satisfaction and loyalty
- Identify new business opportunities by researching market trends, competitor activity, and developments in the global wine industry
- Manage multiple accounts and projects efficiently using strong organizational and time-management skills
Requirements
Preferred competencies and qualifications
- Formal wine education such as WSET or equivalent is an advantage
- Experience in wine distribution, hospitality, luxury goods, or FMCG sales is highly beneficial
- Diploma or degree in Business, Marketing, Hospitality, or related field is preferred
- Fluency in English is required to communicate effectively in this role
- Additional language skills are advantageous but not essential
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant working experience
- Strong relationship-building, negotiation, and customer service skills to engage trade partners or private clients
- Effective communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to conduct trainings, tastings, and professional meetings