Brand Ambassador - Liquor Store Tastings

NorthStar Spirits is looking for a results-driven Liquor Store Tasting Representative to actively seek out and engage shoppers during in-store liquor tasting events. You will provide free tastings to shoppers and encourage the proper use of each particular liquor item, as well as strongly encourage bottle sales, for specific brands.

Responsibilities

• Present and promote liquor products to prospective shoppers
• Establish, develop and maintain positive business relationships with Idaho State Liquor Division employees and staff
• Achieve agreed upon sales targets and outcomes on a weekly and monthly basis
• Coordinate sales efforts with company owners through daily check-in's and updates on event days
• Track sales and marketing efforts
• Supply owners with reports based on customer needs and interests
• Keep abreast of best practices, promotional, and liquor industry trends
• Regularly interact with owners, and update programming, brand priorities and best practices leading to successful execution in the market
• Continuously improve through feedback
• Set-up, attend and run liquor promotional tasting events at liquor stores: Thursdays from 3:30-6:30pm, Fridays from 4:30-7:30pm, and Saturdays from 1:30-4:30pm (as well as the potential for other hours).
• Every Friday evening is mandatory, as they are our busiest and most productive tasting events. There will be a regular, pre-planned schedule of either Friday/Saturday each week, or Thursday/Friday each week. There will always be two tastings per week.
• These times are non-negotiable, as they are set by the liquor stores, so please do not apply if you are not available to work during the hours specified above.

Skills

• Proven work experience as a Sales, Marketing, or Event Representative
• Proficient knowledge of computers, email, and data entry
• Ability to respond to ALL emails, and stay on top of communication
• Familiarity with Constant Contact email software (and/or the ability to learn), in order to obtain and input email addresses into the system
• Highly motivated and target driven with a proven track record in Sales, Marketing, or Event execution
• Excellent selling, communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills
• Prioritizing, time management, and organizational skills
• Ability to independently run liquor sampling promotional events to the public, often during the nights and/or weekends
• Relationship management skills and openness to feedback
• Although it is not required, a background in the beer, wine and/or the liquor industry is a huge plus!
• Valid Idaho State Motor Vehicle License and the ability to maintain auto liability insurance in accordance with Idaho State laws to commute to perform store tastings throughout the Treasure Valley
• A clean background check will be required over the past 7 years, and there is absolutely NO TOLERANCE for DUI's on a background check

Preferred Qualifications

• Comprehensive understanding of liquor spirits to include mashing, distilling, and bottling of product, as well as product/food pairing techniques, and basic knowledge of the difference between spirits categories and/or a willingness to learn
• Strong negotiation and selling skills
• Demonstrate a self-motivated spirit
• Ability to suggest innovative cocktail ideas
• Goal-oriented, focused, and assertive individual who needs little direction and/or supervision, once fully trained
• Potential ability to work overnight travel throughout the 100 District (Southwest Idaho), as needed, occasionally to Mountain Home, Payette, or McCall
• Ability to participate in business meetings, company initiatives, and events
• Proficient at calculating bonuses and completing a monthly bonus report
• Stay apprised of federal, state and local laws affecting the beverage/alcohol industry within the Treasure Valley area
• TIPS, SureSellNow, or other similar bartending server certification that is current (or the ability to obtain within 10 days)

Physical Demands

• Physical demands include driving, sitting and typing/keyboarding using a computer (e.g., keyboard, mouse, and monitor)
• Physical demands also include walking, bending, reaching, standing, and stooping
• May require occasional lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 30-50 lbs.

Who is NorthStar Spirits?

• We are Idaho's largest independent Liquor Brokerage Firm, specializing in representing small to medium-sized craft distilleries and importers all across the world. We are a husband-wife team who is passionate about what we do and the brands we represent, and we are in this for the long-haul. We maintain the highest level of professional standards, and we are looking for a motivated store tasting sales individual to join our team. We work hard and play hard, as entrepreneurs, and we are looking for someone who is similarly motivated.
• We believe in the COCKTAIL (the Core Values of our company):
• Create Fun Deliver WOW!
• Operate with Passion, Enthusiasm, Determination, and a Sense of Family Spirit
• Commit to Excellence, Exceed Expectations Solve Problems Proactively
• Know Your Customer. Build Authentic, Genuine Quality Relationships
• Think Outside the Box, Be Creative Open-Minded
• Always Utilize Resources Wisely
• Integrity in all we do!
• Love what you do! Pursue Growth and Learning

Is this is dream job? YES

Is it a lot of work? YES

• Are you a great salesperson?
• Can you be told "no" ten times a day and still feel motivated to talk to one more person to get a "yes" for the day?
• If so, this position is for you!

Please visit our website at www.NorthStarSpiritsIdaho.com to learn more about us and the liquor products we represent in the great State of Idaho!

In order to apply, please SEND YOUR RESUME along with a COVER LETTER telling us a little bit about yourself and why you feel you are the best fit for this position. We want to get to know you, so please take a few minutes to tell us something awesome about yourself, and what makes you stand out from the crowd!

Applications without a RESUME -and- COVER LETTER will NOT be considered. Let's face it: This may (or may not), be a simple test to see if you can take a few minutes to read through this entire job description and then follow the simple steps to apply.

This position will start work on 3/1/2025, or possibly later, depending on the individual's situation, and if they need to provide a 2-week notice to their current employer.

Please Note: This is a long-term, growth-opportunity position, with room to learn and grow over time and discover all there is to know about the adult beverage industry. We are happy to train the right person, with a drive for knowledge and excellence.

Notes About Pay: This is a 1099 Independent Contractor Position, which can move into an employee position for the right person. There is a base pay of $17-20/hour, based on experience, as well as a bonus structure, so your rate of pay is dependent on how many bottles you sell during a tasting. The person who will shine is someone with assertiveness, friendliness and an outgoing attitude. It takes most Brand Ambassadors about 6-8 months to become fully established in this position for the long-term, so if you aren't willing to commit to 6 months, this position isn't for you.

Due to local and state liquor laws, this position is only open to applicants 21 years of age.

NorthStar Spirits also requires a clean background check. There is no tolerance for a DUI over the past 7 years, since our industry requires the highest standards regarding liquor handling.

Also - Due to State laws regarding liquor reps, you must current reside in the State of Idaho to qualify for this job.

Important: Once you have applied, please head on over to our website at www.NorthStarSpiritsIdaho.com and in the Contact Us area, send us a message! Tell us what your favorite cocktail is -AND- what your favorite spirit type is, i.e. Vodka, Gin, Rum, Tequila, etc, in order to continue through the interview process. Those who do not follow the directions to do so will not be considered for this position. This may (or may not) be another way for us to see how well you can read through the full job description and follow these simple instructions to apply. If you can do this, we know you'll be a great worker and a contributing team member!

Good luck! We look forward to meeting you!!

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 6 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Compensation Package:

• Bonus opportunities

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Evenings as needed
• Evening shift
• Rotating weekends
• Weekends as needed
• Weekends only

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Meridian, ID 83646

Salary : $17 - $20