Luxury Wine Specialist

Johnson Brothers

Luxury Wine Specialist managing luxury consumer events and brand partnerships for a leading wine distributor. Driving sales growth and market presence in Alexandria and Arlington markets.

Posted 6/26/2026full-timeArlington • Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $75,000 - $85,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan and execute luxury consumer events to acquire new business and grow sales
Develop and maintain specific Target Accounts list to grow the luxury portfolio
Drive new luxury placements in key independent retail and On-Premises accounts
Increase by the glass presence within influential accounts
Identify iconic/key accounts & develop account performance & activation plans
Manage execution of luxury allocations in relationship with key accounts
Serve as brand/category product knowledge expert
Educate the consumer and trade through direct interaction and provide brand expertise/training

Requirements

What you’ll need

2+ years of Luxury sales experience (Northern VA preferred)
previous sales experience within the luxury wine or adult beverage industry
Industry certifications preferred i.e. WSET II and III, CSW, CSS, Court of Master Sommelier
Impeccable time management
Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines
Must have a valid Driver's License and reliable transportation
Proven experience working with iconic, luxury brands

Benefits

Comp & perks

comprehensive health benefits and programs including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) with an employer match
short term disability coverage
company-paid long term disability insurance
generous paid time off (PTO) plans
paid parental leave

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Hard Skills & Tools

luxury salesaccount managementevent planningbrand expertiseproduct knowledge

Soft Skills

time managementmulti-taskingdeadline managementcommunication

Certifications

WSET IIWSET IIICSWCSSCourt of Master Sommelier