Wine Sales Manager

Company: Plumpton College
Closing Date: 06-01-2025
Location: Plumpton, Lewes BN7 3AE
Salary: £32,000 per annum plus bonus
Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, with some evening and weekend flexibility
Benefits: up to 10% bonus

Description

Join Our Team as a Wine Sales Manager!

Are you passionate about wine and looking to take your sales career to the next level? Plumpton College, a leader in wine education and production, is searching for a dynamic Wine Sales Manager to champion our exceptional range of wines and grow our presence in the industry.

What You’ll Do:
As the Wine Sales Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving the success of Plumpton’s wine portfolio. Key responsibilities include:

Client Relationships: Manage and expand our existing accounts while building new business opportunities.
Sales Strategy: Achieve volume, revenue, and profit targets through innovative sales strategies and excellent customer service.
Brand Building: Represent Plumpton College at tastings, events, and shows to promote our wines and connect with industry professionals.
Operations Excellence: Oversee logistics, stock allocations, and administrative processes to ensure smooth operations.
Ambassadorship: Work closely with students to foster their involvement in wine promotional activities and maintain Plumpton’s reputation for excellence.

What We’re Looking For:
We’re seeking a candidate who embodies our core values—Ambition, Professionalism, and Passion. The ideal candidate will have:

Essential Skills:
- Proven sales expertise, ideally in the wine industry.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Proficiency with MS Excel and stock management systems.
- A confident, can-do attitude and adaptability to diverse tasks.
- A valid driver’s license and the ability to lift up to 10kg.

Desirable Attributes:
- WSET Advanced Level Three qualification.
- Prior wine sales experience and a deep enthusiasm for the industry.
- Access to personal transportation.

What We Offer:

A competitive salary and bonus structure.
26 days of annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays and additional closure days over Christmas.
Membership in the LGPS pension scheme, including life assurance.
Access to professional development opportunities and a supportive team culture.
Free parking and access to our on-site dining services.

Why Plumpton College?
Located in the heart of England’s wine region, Plumpton College is more than just an educational institution. We’re a hub of innovation, sustainability, and passion for the wine industry. Join us, and you’ll have the chance to contribute to a thriving vineyard operation while inspiring the next generation of wine professionals.

With over 3,000 students, excellent resources, and a drive for continuous improvement, Plumpton College is actively seeking staff who want to make a difference and be part of this exciting phase of our development

Ready to Elevate Your Career?
If you’re excited by the opportunity to work with a renowned wine producer and make your mark in the industry, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and become a part of Plumpton’s legacy in wine excellence!

We reserve the right to call candidates to interview/withdraw this vacancy at any time if there is a good level of response. Therefore, we recommend you submit your application as soon as possible.

Plumpton College is committed to the promotion of equal opportunities and is dedicated to pursuing non-discriminatory policies and practices and eliminating unfair discrimination on any basis.

Plumpton is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment