Buyer - Carlisle, United Kingdom - Wine and the Wood

Description

We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Wine Buyer to join our dynamic team at Wine and the Wood, a start-up wine e-commerce business based out of Cumbria.

As a Wine Buyer, you will play a pivotal role in curating an exceptional selection of wines, spirits, and associated products to meet the diverse tastes and preferences of our discerning customers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Selection
• Source, select, and curate a diverse range of highquality wines that align with the company's brand and customer base.

• Vendor Management

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with wine suppliers, negotiate terms, and manage vendor contracts to ensure competitive pricing and product availability.

• Market Analysis

• Stay up to date with wine industry trends, market dynamics, and consumer preferences to make informed buying decisions.

• Inventory Management

• Monitor inventory levels, optimise stock turnover, and ensure the availability of wines and associated products in line with customer demand.

• Quality Control

• Implement rigorous quality control measures to ensure the wines meet our high standards for taste, presentation, and value.

• Pricing Strategy

• Develop pricing strategies that balance competitiveness and profitability and conduct price analysis to maintain our market position.
• Wine Tasting and Evaluation
• Organise and participate in regular wine tastings to assess and select wines for the company's portfolio.

• Marketing Support

• Collaborate with the marketing team to support winerelated promotions, advertising, and marketing campaigns, as well as support on domestic and overseas trips.

• Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure all imported and distributed wines comply with relevant regulations, including licensing and labelling requirements.

Qualifications:

• A deep passion for and knowledge of wine, including varietals, regions, and winemaking techniques.
• Proven experience in wine buying or procurement, preferably in a retail or ecommerce environment.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Excellent analytical and problemsolving abilities.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understanding of wine industry regulations and compliance.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in relevant software tools for inventory and data analysis.
• WSET or equivalent wine certification is desirable.
• CIPS affiliate membership is desirable

Our Values

• Customer-Centricity
• Team Trust
• Enjoyment and Work-Life Balance
• Passion for the Wine and Spirits Industry
• Innovation and Technology
• Sustainability and Responsibility

The formal bits

Job Types:
Part-time, Permanent, Temporary contract, Freelance, Zero hours contract


Salary:
From £20,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 10 per week


Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee stock ownership plan
• Free parking
• Life insurance
• Sick pay
• Work from home

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Flexitime
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Performance bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• United Kingdom, CA5 7NY: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Work Location:
In person

Application deadline: 29/01/2024


Reference ID:
WW-VCN-003

Expected start date: 25/03/2024