Key Responsibilities & Essential Functions: • Management: Spends majority of time using independent judgement making employment-related and business decisions, or effectively recommending such decisions, including product / and department-related strategies, hiring, promoting, disciplining, suspending, discharging, rewarding, or otherwise engaging in resolving Partner-related matters Trains School of Retail Management (SORM) and School of Retail Leadership (SORL) trainees Conducts competitive visits regularly to identify key competitors and key models (stores from which we can learn) Prepares work schedules, orders product, controls inventory, monitors department budget / payroll • Sales: Provides superior Customer Service by assisting Customers with wine related questions and by building relationships with customers; maintain knowledge of wine preference Maintains Customer database for follow-ups, special product offerings, educational or informational services Develops cross merchandising plans / educational programs Coordinates wine tastings for special wines by variety region, brand, or vintage The responsibilities and essential functions outlined above describe the general nature and level of work assigned to this position. Qualifications & Key Requirements: Work Experience: of experience selling wine - Experience in ordering - inventory management - and shrink control - Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Knowledge of wines of the world including science and process of winemaking, product rating systems, growing regions, varietals, flavor profiles, food pairings, and proper storage and temperature - Strong customer service skills - Strong merchandising and influencing skills - Strong organization and planning skills - Interpersonal and verbal / written communication skills - Ability to manage multiple priorities and shift focus between tasks - Education: Licenses/Certifications: Physical Demands & Working Conditions: Function in a fast-paced, retail environment Continuously stand, walk, bend, kneel, squat, reach overhead, and side to side throughout shift Frequently work in cooler environment Occasionally lift and carry 35 lbs Safely maneuver around moving mechanical parts Work extended hours and varying work schedule as dictated by the business The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a Partner encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.