Overview
Wine & Food Sales Development Person required for a renowned branded retailer in Waterford City. This new role will be offered on a 12 month, part-time basis. Reporting to the General Manager, the overall purpose of this role is :
- To develop and grow the sales of wines & beers through active engagement with customers.
- To research and develop an on trade for wine and a complimentary foodservice offering.
- To identify new sales opportunities and attract new customers.
Responsibilities of the role:-
- Meet and engage with customers in assisted selling role.
- Organise and implement regular wine and beer tastings & promotions.
- Identify and develop new markets and customers.
- Research and develop a “wine by the glass” offer.
- Specify how it is to be implemented, coach and train staff to ensure high standards.
- Research, collaborate and develop food service offer for evenings (maybe tapas)
- Devise specifics of implementation and ensure high standards and customer satisfaction.
- Working with merchandisers & managers to help devise, plan and implement promotions
- Produce instore signage and ensure accuracy
- Generating promotional content for the business’s Social Media accounts and liaise with marketing function to promote marketing activity
- Create and converting B2B sales opportunities
Role will suit:-
- Individual with good Restaurant, Hospitality or Foodservice experience
- Retail or Sales experience essential
- Knowledge of wine and beer a must.
- Great communication skills, both verbal and written.
- An ability to organise and prioritise
- A positive approach to customer service.
- A basic understanding of computer systems, proficiency in MS Office
- Fluent English Speaker
Role will be offered on a 12 month, part-time basis, Thursday to Saturday, afternoon and evenings
