Winer Buyer Job, Turks and Caicos
(136422) A client of ours, based in the Turks and Caicos, is looking for a Wine Buyer to join their team. Our client owns a number of stores on the islands, for which they import wine, as well as stocking the best hotels and restaurants with their wine as well. You need to have a love and knowledge of wine, as well as looking for an incredible opportunity based in a beautiful part of the world. This role could report into the Wine & Sales Marketing Manager or could manage them, depending on experience.
The role:
Sourcing good quality wines, plus beer and liquor, from around the world for their stores and clients.
Building relationships with vineyards and wine suppliers.
Negotiating prices.
Researching what sells best on the island and importing accordingly
Dealing with the import requirements on the island, as well as planning the logistics for the shipping of the wine.
Creating a portfolio of wines for the stores.
Working closely with the Wine Sales & Marketing Manager to understand the needs of the restaurants and hotels.
Developing partnerships with the restaurants and hotels.
Running wine tasting events with the Wine Sales and Marketing Manager, and any other wine-related events!
You:
Love wine and are passionate about your career in this trade.
Have experience working in the field as a Wine Buyer.
Are qualified in WSET, to Level 3, as a minimum.
Possesses a deep knowledge of wine, wine making, wine tasting and wine sales.
Will have an understanding of the wine industry.
Already have some good relationships in the field with vineyards.
Are someone that works well with others, and is able to build partnerships.
Get excited by new brands and exploring the market.
Are looking for an exciting move overseas.
Love the sound of living by the sea and having an island life!
Salary: Negotiable, but around $100k GPA
Accommodation: Not provided, but the client will help you find some
Start: ASAP, but depends on visa, as can take 3 months or so.
Responsible Consultant: Diana (diana@greycoatlumleys.co.uk) and Fred (fred@greycoatlumleys.co.uk)