Fine Wine Account Manager - Off Premise (Wine Jobs: Sales & Marketing)

As one of the leading fine wine and spirits companies in the world this companies brands are instantly recognisable and are saturated throughout the market in New Zealand. The company is the luxury sector leader and is known for the quality of its products. This unrivalled catalogue of prestigious products are all positioned at the high end of their respective markets and the portfolio includes sparkling and still wines from the world's most celebrated wine-growing regions. The team in Auckland are very close-knit, supportive and very experienced. There is strong leadership within New Zealand and the direction is very clear and encouraging. The company is in a major building phase presently and current performance within the market is strong.

This is a chance to join a collaborative environment where you are working very closely with top level management within the New Zealand team. Reporting directly into the GM the role will see you manage all off-premise accounts within the Auckland region. It is a genuine opportunity for someone who wants their voice to be heard within the team, rather than just another cog on the wheel.

The scope is quite large and requires solid Account Management experience with a stellar track record. Building robust customer relationships with accounts such as Glengarry's, Western Auckland Trusts, Tasman and Allied is a large portion of the role and is vital to success. The core focus of the role is to grow existing accounts through best sales practice with an additional element of bringing on board new business.

Ideally you will have experience within the fine wine and spirits industry, or have a genuine passion and interest in wine. The GM is looking for somebody with solid Account Management experience who is articulate, confident and has a keen eye for detail. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment and show a savvy numerical ability when faced with sales data and analytics.

Above all you will need to have a voice within the team, a strong propensity for learning, as well as motivation and drive to succeed. An entrepreneurial mindset and strong ability to build and manage relationships from GM to store level in the fine wine sector is also essential.

This is an opportunity to join a business that is a category leader worldwide. It has massive potential growth in New Zealand and offers a wine enthusiast a dream job. The brands you will be working with on a daily basis are instantly recognisable and will be a powerful tool for you to work with. This is more than your average Account Manager role in terms of actually being a voice within the team and working closely with the GM to develop strategies for your territory. A substantial base salary, company vehicle, tools of the trade and sizeable bonus are on offer, as well as an allowance to sample the wines and spirits.