October 3, 2012

Cognac One is looking for a Wine Consultant in New York.

You will be responsible for forming relationships with on and off-premise accounts, opening new accounts as well as maintaining relationships and increasing volume with existing accounts.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Maintain and improve sales in current accounts
• Open new accounts
• Execute the company's sales strategy in New York
• Set-up and participation in wine tastings and other related events
• Set and meet monthly sales targets.
• Attend trade shows and sales meetings as required.

Requirements:

We are looking for a well-organized person with strong selling skills and excellent verbal communication and presentation skills.

• 2+ years of experience in the wine industry a plus (NY distributor/importer for example)
• Good wine knowledge
• Goal oriented and desire to meet monthly quotas
• Positive attitude
• Willingness to learn and train retailers' staff
• Personable and able to fit in many situations
• Must be willing to be flexible with your schedule which may include night and weekend tastings / events.
• Have the ability to lift 35 lbs.
• Some travel might be required

About Cognac One:

National U.S. Importer and Wholesaler, Cognac One is also a New York Distributor and grows the brands it represents:  Champagne Ayala, Xavier Flouret Wines, Cave de Tain l'Hermitage, Château Dereszla Tokaji, Muscadet Domaine de la Tourmaline and Cantarranas Rueda.

For more information, visit www.cognac-one.com

Contact:

Candidates should email their resume to careers(at)cognac-one.com