About Us:

Bear Creek Spirits & Wine was established in 2010 and provides a curated selection of wines from around the world with a welcoming and educational environment for wine enthusiasts.  A passionate and experienced individual is sought to manage retail operations, increase sales, conduct wine tasting events, manage our wine club and build community relationships.

Job Summary:

The Retail Wine Buyer and Manager will be crucial in establishing and expanding the wine shop.  This role involves hands-on sales, strategic inventory management, and relationship building.  The ideal candidate will be a wine enthusiast with a background in retail sales, a strong understanding of wine, and the ability to create engaging customer experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage daily retail operations, ensuring a clean and organized shop.
• Assist customers, providing recommendations based on their preferences and budget.
• Drive in-store sales through proactive engagements.
• Handle transactions accurately using a Point-of-Sale (POS) system.
• Develop strategies to achieve sales targets.
• Oversee inventory, including ordering, receiving, stocking, and organizing wine.
• Maintain optimal stock levels and conduct inventory counts.
• Build relationships with distributors and wineries to source a diverse selection.
• Design and execute in-store wine tasting events and educational seminars.
• Manage our Wine Society wine club.
• Host monthly education classed for our Wine Society members.
• Cultivate relationships with regular customers and Wine Society members.
• Ensure compliance with all regulations regarding alcohol sales and storage.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in wine retail or wholesale sales.
• Demonstrated ability to drive sales.
• Familiarity with inventory management and ordering.
• Strong knowledge of wine regions, varietals, and vintages.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with Point-of-Sale (POS) systems.
• Ability to lift and move cases of wine (up to 40lbs) and stand for extended periods.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW), Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) certification (Level 2 or higher), or equivalent.

To Apply:
Submit a current resume and a cover letter detailing relevant experience and why you are passionate about joining our team to:
Randyjohnson@bearcreekspirits.com

Bear Creek Spirits & Wine
7101 Colleyville Boulevard
Colleyville, Texas 76034
817-251-8789