Fine Wines Specialist Jobs

Fine Wines Specialist (Oakland, CA)
Clars Auction Gallery, Inc. is the largest full-service auction house in Northern California. The company holds a two-three day auction once a month. Clars Fine Wines department is seeking a Fine Wines Specialist
The applicant will also assist with the many everyday duties of the department, including research and display of property, marketing, public relations, and administrative tasks including the review of consignor statements, inventory control and various customer service duties.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prospect new business contacts/partnerships with retailers, restaurants, brokers, vineyards, and collectors
- Develop and maintain relationships with existing consignors
- Receive inquiries for incoming requests for evaluations while accepting and preparing consignments for auction
- Maintain and support the ongoing development of a database of customers
- Work with Director of Marketing in business getting/development and sales for the department
- Attend marketing events

Qualifications:
- Expert knowledge of fine wines
- Able to meet deadlines
- Excellent organizational and time management skills
- Good communication skills (both written and oral)
- Attention to detail, able to multi-task, as well as, collaborate with teammates in other departments
- Previous wine and spirits experience a must
- Previous auction experience a plus
- Able to work monthly auctions
- Have a reliable source of transportation for out-of-office appointments