Mystic Vine is a growing company that is based in Kenner, Louisiana, and is looking to hire a full time Territory Sales Representative for the Lafayette/Lake Charles/Alexandria markets.

This is currently a wide-open territory with many active accounts in place as well as a huge growth potential for a hardworking, dynamic, self-starter. Mystic Vine represents a highly respected portfolio of wines and spirits from around the world as well as California and Oregon.

The candidate needs to be wine and spirits knowledgeable, professional, able to sell effectively

(experience preferred on some level) and have local knowledge of the wine and spirits business in the Lafayette and surrounding areas.

This is a great opportunity for a Lafayette based wine and spirits professional to get involved with a growing company with an amazing portfolio. Many active accounts will be handed over and there is plenty of room for the right person to grow the account base and drive sales in general. The territory is quite large, and the candidate needs to be able to run the territory as if it is their own business.

The Ideal Candidate will be Responsible for:

• Make regular sales calls to designated (on/off/combo) accounts to cultivate customer relations and satisfaction with service provided.
• Demonstrate consultative sales abilities through successful presentations of product, the promotion of new and existing portfolio items and the expansion of business.
• Exhibit discipline and resourcefulness to meet/exceed assigned monthly quotas and placement objectives.
• Participate in sales meetings and on-site training to remain educated in company policy and industry trends/developments.
• Research, organize and present sales reports/quota attainment results as required by Sales

Manager.

• Review customers’ credit status collect monies owed for product and partner with Accounts

Receivable on a weekly basis to ensure accounts remain in good standing.

• Assist customers with inventory management responsibilities (product availability/new product placement and rotation of stock).
• Conduct wait staff training seminars, execute 'bar night' promotions, and install point of sale pieces on tables and bars.
• Recommend, create/design wine lists, and wine by the glass programs utilizing full knowledge of the supplier(s) portfolio.
• Merchandise off-sale/retail accounts and reset shelf space, cold box and build displays to correspond with supplier promotions and incentive programs.
• Present self with integrity, professionalism and commitment to Mystic Vine salesperson responsibilities and policies.
• Work flexible hours which include early morning (i.e. 4:00 a.m. - 6:00 a.m. start times), evenings, and/or weekends. Additional hours required during the peak season of October, November and December.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• At least 1 year of industry related sales experience within the distribution, hospitality or supplier community.
• Comprehensive understanding of wine and spirits to include regions/varietals, product/food pairing techniques, basic production, and service.
• Proficient at calculating commissions, percentages, and reviewing comparative sales data for analysis.
• Computer skills need to include Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Adaptable and able to assist a variety of internal customer groups and varying personality types.
• Thrive on creating and selling innovative ideas and demonstrate an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Reside in Lafayette.
• Possess a dependable vehicle, valid driver's license, proof of state registration and insurance, and an acceptable driving record, and Solicitors Permit.
• Lift and carry a 45 pound case of product on a repetitive basis.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Goal-oriented, focused, and assertive individual who needs little direction or supervision.

Primary Location: United States-Louisiana-Lafayette

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $35,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Compensation package:

• Commission pay

Schedule:

• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Travel requirement:

• Travel
• Up to 75% travel

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: On the road

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $34,658.11 - $41,738.80 per year

Expected hours: 20 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Kenner, LA 70062 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Kenner, LA 70062: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Kenner, LA 70062