Wine and Spirits Sales Associate

Wine and Spirits Sales Associate Blue Streak Wines & Spirits Long Island City, NY Job Details Full-time $50,000 - $70,000 a year 5 hours ago Benefits Health insurance 401(k) Employee discount Flexible schedule Qualifications Retail customer service procedures Computer operation Customer communication Teamwork Customer relationship building Selling wine to customers Client rapport building Client retention Customer relationship management Client services experience within retail industry Computer skills Flexibility Retail sales Full Job Description LIC, Queens fine wine and top shelf spirits retailer is looking for an energetic sales associate. Located in the heart of Long Island City, Blue Streak Wines & Spirits is seeking a sales associate who can multitask, give excellent customer service. Experience in wine and spirits not necessary, but is a big plus.

Responsibilities:

• Attentively assisting customers
• Continuing to learning about wine and spirits
• Assisting with promotions, both in-store and web/email campaigns
• Managing inventory between our warehouse and the store as well as ensuring shelves are full.
• Ensure company standards are met
• Keeping clear communication with the store buyer to make sure customer needs are being met.

Qualifications:

• Must be over 21
• Must be enthusiastic about selling wine and spirits as well as working with customers
• Flexible work schedule including when people purchase most of their beverages, including weekends and some holidays including but not limited to New Year's Eve and Christmas Eve
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Proven ability to develop and maintain client relationships
• Well organized and efficient in fast paced retail environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Desire for long term growth in the wine and spirits business
• Highly motivated, proactive, enthusiastic about the job at hand
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment
• Must be able to lift 40 lbs and stand for extended periods of time Experience requirements:
• Previous retail experience a plus
• Knowledge of wine producing regions a plus
• Knowledge of spirits and cocktails a plus
• Computer literacy absolutely necessary
• Customer relations experience necessary Salary
• Dependent on experience in wine and spirits sales.
• Eligible for end of year bonuses and additional sales incentives.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance

Shift:

8 hour shift

Work Location:

In person