Now Hiring - Wine Sales Representative in Council Bluffs, IA

Okoboji Wine Distributors is a family owned fine wines and accelerated brands from all over the globe distributor in Iowa. Serving the on and off premises market in a professional, personalized, Team oriented and service first culture.

A successful distributor sales representative recipe includes honesty, personality, consistency, passion, plus a high level of organization and a strong work ethic. The perfect individual will maintain current sales levels and grow their territory with unlimited success.

Okoboji Wine Distributors market and execute an extensive portfolio representing sought after and uniquely successful winemakers, estates and brands from around the world with honesty and integrity. We are a family owned and centered distribution team. Our competitive compensation includes unlimited earning potential to the salesperson who can work hard and hit the ground running.
Reimbursement for gas expense and auto stipend.

Position Priorities
- Opening new accounts.
- Maintaining relationships with all of your accounts.
- Working with our suppliers.
- Pouring at in-store tastings or conducting staff trainings.
- Attend weekly sales events, including sales meetings and reporting sales successes as well as challenges.

Ideal Qualifications

- Successful Experience in the wine and spirits industry.
- A well-established network of key on/off-premise accounts.
- A self-motivated, accountable, positive, energetic attitude and ability to consistently work closely with your customers, colleagues and suppliers.
- Strong organizational, presentation and analysis skills.
- Ability to independently and efficiently plan all aspects of your territory: route frequency, presentation and programming resources, efficient driving and time management.
- Computer skills that allow you to effectively use standard business programs and sales reporting systems.
- Strong knowledge of international fine wines as well as accelerated brands and desire to continually self-educate.
- An active driver’s license, insurance and reliable vehicle.

We offer a competitive Compensation Package and incentives. Initially part time with full time potential as the territory is grown.

Functions necessary to complete the above listed requirements of job…

Lifting, bending, reaching turning and moving up to 45lbs.
Sorting, stacking shelving glass bottles, cases and product.
Driving, same day travel, some evenings for tasting or training.
Consistent availability for communication via text or cell phone.

If interested, please send a cover letter and your resume to Donn Bruns

Job Type: Full Time

Base plus commission

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Commission pay

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a valid driver’s license, insurance and reliable vehicle for daily transportation?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• WIne Industry: 1 year
• Sales or Buyer: 1year

Work Location: Council Bluffs and Southwestern Iowa

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 1 year

Shift:

• Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Commission pay

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

Experience:

• Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road