Who we are: Founded in Boston in 1933, M.S. Walker is a 5th-generation, family-owned wine and spirits importer and distributor, a spirits bottler, and a national supplier. We serve On-Premise and Off-Premise establishments throughout the Northeast, with direct operations in Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey and Rhode Island and brokerage operations in Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont. We represent a budding portfolio of wine and spirits nationwide, including our own brands, and we strive to offer the most prestigious portfolio in the industry. M.S. Walker has built our foundation and future on our people – our employees are truly our greatest asset. Our company boasts a diverse pool of exceptionally special team members who each bring their unique skills and experience to the organization.

Who you are: If you have a passion for wine, an appreciation for the burgeoning craft/artisan spirits market, love for the competitive sport of selling, and seek an opportunity to work alongside some of the most interesting people and producers you’ll ever meet, be advised that we are actively seeking an experienced, polished professional looking to take his or her career to the next level.

Key Responsibilities:

Our fine wine and craft spirits business is EXPLODING. We have an excellent opportunity, for the right person, who must be in possession of the following qualifications:

Minimum 3 years’ experience in fine-wine wholesale distribution and/or importingt.
Goal oriented
Commitment to continuous education- wine, sales and otherwise
Excellent organization and follow up
Strong work ethic
Thrive in a fast-paced environment
Superb written/oral communication skills
Positive mental attitude; team player
Superior wine and spirits knowledge combined with a commitment to continuous improvement in all facets of our business.
Adept relationship-builder
Effective self-management skills, specifically time management and territory call planning
Existing account relationships in NYC.
Industry References (at least three)

Requirements
Who you are:

The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills and abilities in order to be successful in this role:

Minimum 3 years’ experience+ of wholesale fine wine and spirits experience required, 5 years' experience preferred
Experience in the wine and spirits industry preferred
Relationship building and selling skills a must
Ability to walk, sit, stand, reach overhead and lift up to 45lbs
Valid driver’s license required
Functions necessary to complete the above listed requirements of job description:

Stand: Continuously
Bend/Squat: Occasionally
Climb: Occasionally
Computation Skills: Continuously
Lift/Carry 0-55 lbs: Frequently
Push/Pull: Occasionally
Reach Overhead: Occasionally
Sit: Continuously
Use of Computer: Continuously
Verbal Communication: Continuously
Walk: Occasionally

Occasionally = 0-2 Hours Daily
Frequently = 3-5 Hours Daily
Continuously = 6-10 Hours Daily

Benefits
We offer a Comprehensive Benefits Plan that includes the following:

Medical and Dental coverage through Blue Cross Blue Shield
Vision coverage through VSP
11 paid holidays annually
Paid sick days
Vacation time
401K program through Fidelity Investments
Disability & Life Insurance packages
Career advancement opportunities
Discount fitness memberships
Work/Life resources