Employment Opportunities

At Skurnik Wines & Spirits, we are a family business which carefully selects products for inclusion in our portfolio. We are looking for a highly skilled marketing director to help us promote the brands that we create and represent as well as the Skurnik brand so that we can continue to expand exposure and sales of our wine and spirit selections. There is an opportunity here to mold a marketing department that can achieve the goals of our company. Our ideal candidate will have extensive marketing experience and a comprehensive knowledge of branding. This person will have the ability to lead, motivate, and create excitement. If you understand what makes people tick and want to build something together, we would love to meet you.

RESPONSIBILITIES & OBJECTIVES

• Collaborate with our portfolio management team to build marketing strategies with the goal of streamlining current processes and increasing visibility and sales, internally and externally
• Build and execute on branding strategy for new and existing products, internally and externally
• Manage expenditures through budgeting and strong decision making, including ROI projections
• Lead the marketing strategy for The Pinot Project, so that we can continue to build the brand and increase velocity of pull through
• Manage the marketing department, inclusive of Public Relations & Marketing Coordinator and other roles as we build the department
• Understand key marketing performance metrics and tracking tools to provide market research, forecasts, competitive analyses, campaign results, and consumer trends to translate results into actionable insights for marketing and portfolio teams
• Collaborate with Design team and Sales team to strategize and create appropriate and cost-effective Point of Sale materials to continue to increase visibility and drive sales
• Spearhead the strategic and tactical execution of marketing campaigns, including tracking, results reporting, analysis, and recommendations

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• At least a Bachelor’s degree in marketing, advertising, or communications, though a Master’s degree is preferred
• Successful track record in senior marketing roles, managing people, and creating marketing campaigns with several (at least five) years of experience in the field
• Strong preference for experience leading marketing for wine and/or spirits brands or companies
• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills
• Experience with digital and print marketing, content marketing, and social media marketing
• Proven ability to plan and manage budgets
• Ability to multitask and collaborate across departments
• Quantifiable, successful track record in using marketing and branding to create ROI
• Based in New York City, for an in person role

Interested candidates, please contact Erica Skurnik, es@skurnikwines.com.

Skurnik Wines & Spirits (established in 1987) is an importer and distributor of fine wines & spirits with offices in New York City, Long Island (Jericho), and Ohio (Mason). 

We are currently looking for an Accounts Payable Associate in our fast-paced Jericho office, to support all aspects of accounts payable, ensuring that all deadlines are met with the highest degree of accuracy & integrity.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage all incoming invoices – electronic (90%) and hard copy (10%)
• Review all overhead invoices for appropriate documentation, and interface with appropriate departments to secure proper approval.
• Analyze differences between purchase orders, receiving reports, and invoices; following up with portfolio managers, vendors and logistics to investigate discrepancies.
• Post all invoices and expense reports with correct general ledger and department codes into Navision in a timely and accurate manner.
• Process weekly check/ACH run and attach corresponding invoices and other supporting documentation.
• Post all wire transfers and ACH payments in both domestic and foreign currencies.
• Respond to vendor and employee inquiries regarding invoices, expenses and check requests.
• Reconcile vendor statements, as necessary.
• Maintain all accounts payable files and archives.
• Perform other related duties & special tasks as assigned by management.

SKILLS

• Interpersonal Skills–Focus on solving conflict; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things.
• Oral Communication–Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Written Communication–Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively;
• Technical Skills—Understands how to operate within an ERP system; Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
• Analytical–Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 4 year college degree with a focus on business administration.
• 1-3 years of accounts payable experience, manufacturing and/or distribution industry experience a PLUS.
• Knowledge of document capture software is a PLUS
• Experience working in a multi legal entity corporate structure a PLUS.
• Strong computer skills required, Microsoft Dynamics Navision and Concur are a PLUS.
• Strong Excel skills

Interested candidates, please contact HR@skurnik.com.

Skurnik Wines & Spirits, a leading wine & spirits importer/distributor seeks a talented Junior Graphic Designer to join our existing Design team in our Jericho, Long Island office. This is an entry-level position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• The primary responsibility of this role will be to create point-of-sale items to support our products
• Performing post-production in Photoshop to our product photography
• Keeping our shared graphic asset library up-to-date.
• Assist our designers in creating marketing and sales support materials such as sell sheets, tasting event collateral, and monthly price guides
• Ability to take direction and feedback, and to exercise good judgement when interpreting instructions and/or seeking alternative solutions

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree with a major/concentration in Graphic Design
• Strong compositional and typographic skills and an understanding of visually hierarchy and how this steers a design to formulate a concise message
• Experience performing photo-manipulation and post-production work in Photoshop
• Organizational skills; both in establishing a workflow to our “clients” and file management
• Solid writing and communication skills are a big plus
• Proficient in current Adobe Creative Suite Software; particularly Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software; particularly Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Knowledge of web design and/or HTML coding not necessary but a big plus
• Candidates will be expected to share a portfolio of design work (can be past school assignments) that demonstrates their design skills

This is a full-time, non-exempt position, that will require the candidate to work in our Jericho, Long Island office at a minimum of 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday from 9am to 5pm (there may be times this role involves some overtime, depending on our workload). Additionally, you must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19.

Interested candidates, please contact HR@skurnik.com.

Skurnik Wines & Spirits prides ourselves in the finest selection of fine wines and spirits, and the best service and hospitality in the business, with a growing sales team. We are seeking a talented Sales Representative to build upon existing business in Westchester, New York.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior sales experience working on the wholesale end of the industry is strongly preferred, though not required. Candidates with commensurate retail and/or restaurant
  experience will also be considered.
• Market network of buyers & clientele in Westchester
• Understanding of the Westchester marketplace and relevant competition
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Detail oriented and solution focused.
• Computer experience necessary, utilizing all tools within Microsoft Office.
• Reports to: Sales Manager, NY

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and develop relationships with customers via face-to-face visits and phone/email correspondence.
• Develop expertise of Skurnik Wines’ portfolio of wines and spirits from around the world as the fundamental tool of establishing successful sales.
• Learn and utilize internal operating systems to effectively follow company policies.
• Work in conjunction with Portfolio Management.
• Collaborate to facilitate sales opportunities.
• Willingly accept assignments for market work with visiting winery suppliers.
• Manage and report monthly filing of expense reports in accordance with company policy.
• Comply with all policies in accordance with our Credit Department and associated State Liquor Authority.
• Communicate regularly with the Regional Sales Manager and Credit Department as appropriate to advise of important matters at all times.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by Management.

Interested candidates, please contact Erica Skurnik, es@skurnikwines.com.

Skurnik Wines & Spirits prides ourselves in the finest selection of fine wines and spirits, and the best service and hospitality in the business, with a growing sales team. We are seeking a talented Sales Representative to grow existing business and develop new business in Columbus, OH.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior sales experience working on the wholesale end of the industry is strongly preferred, though not required. Candidates with commensurate retail and/or restaurant
  experience will also be considered.
• Market network of buyers & clientele in Columbus
• Understanding of the Columbus marketplace and relevant competition
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Detail oriented and solution focused.
• Computer experience necessary, utilizing all tools within Microsoft Office.
• Reports to: Sales Manager, OKI

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage and develop relationships with customers via face-to-face visits and phone/email correspondence.
• Develop expertise of Skurnik Wines’ portfolio of wines and spirits from around the world as the fundamental tool of establishing successful sales.
• Learn and utilize internal operating systems to effectively follow company policies.
• Work in conjunction with Portfolio Management.
• Collaborate to facilitate sales opportunities.
• Willingly accept assignments for market work with visiting winery suppliers.
• Manage and report monthly filing of expense reports in accordance with company policy.
• Comply with all policies in accordance with our Credit Department and associated State Liquor Authority.
• Communicate regularly with the Regional Sales Manager and Credit Department as appropriate to advise of important matters at all times.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by Management.

Interested candidates, please contact Erica Skurnik, es@skurnikwines.com.

Skurnik Wines & Spirits prides ourselves in the finest selection of fine wines and spirits, and the best service and hospitality in the business, with a growing sales team. We are seeking a talented Sales Representative to grow existing business and develop new business in Louisville/Lexington KY.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior sales experience working on the wholesale end of the industry is strongly preferred, though not required. Candidates with commensurate retail and/or restaurant
  experience will also be considered.
• Market network of buyers & clientele in Louisville/Lexington
• Understanding of the Louisville/Lexington marketplace and relevant competition
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Detail oriented and solution focused.
• Computer experience necessary, utilizing all tools within Microsoft Office.
• Reports to: Sales Manager, OKI

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage and develop relationships with customers via face-to-face visits and phone/email correspondence.
• Develop expertise of Skurnik Wines’ portfolio of wines and spirits from around the world as the fundamental tool of establishing successful sales.
• Learn and utilize internal operating systems to effectively follow company policies.
• Work in conjunction with Portfolio Management.
• Collaborate to facilitate sales opportunities.
• Willingly accept assignments for market work with visiting winery suppliers.
• Manage and report monthly filing of expense reports in accordance with company policy.
• Comply with all policies in accordance with our Credit Department and associated State Liquor Authority.
• Communicate regularly with the Regional Sales Manager and Credit Department as appropriate to advise of important matters at all times.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by Management..

Interested candidates, please contact Erica Skurnik, es@skurnikwines.com.

Skurnik Wines & Spirits prides ourselves in the finest selection of fine wines and spirits, and the best service and hospitality in the business, with a growing sales team. We are seeking a talented Sales Representative to grow existing business and develop new business in Indianapolis, IN.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior sales experience working on the wholesale end of the industry is strongly preferred, though not required. Candidates with commensurate retail and/or restaurant
  experience will also be considered.
• Market network of buyers & clientele in Indianapolis
• Understanding of the Indianapolis marketplace and relevant competition
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Detail oriented and solution focused.
• Computer experience necessary, utilizing all tools within Microsoft Office.
• Reports to: Sales Manager, OKI

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage and develop relationships with customers via face-to-face visits and phone/email correspondence.
• Develop expertise of Skurnik Wines’ portfolio of wines and spirits from around the world as the fundamental tool of establishing successful sales.
• Learn and utilize internal operating systems to effectively follow company policies.
• Work in conjunction with Portfolio Management.
• Collaborate to facilitate sales opportunities.
• Willingly accept assignments for market work with visiting winery suppliers.
• Manage and report monthly filing of expense reports in accordance with company policy.
• Comply with all policies in accordance with our Credit Department and associated State Liquor Authority.
• Communicate regularly with the Regional Sales Manager and Credit Department as appropriate to advise of important matters at all times.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by Management.

Interested candidates, please contact Erica Skurnik, es@skurnikwines.com.

We are currently looking for sales representatives. The Sales Representative is responsible for successfully managing, growing, and developing sales within a specified territory for both on and off-premise accounts. Development of existing account base is fundamental, but new account development on the initiative of the Sales Representative is also expected.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior sales experience working in wholesale distribution is strongly preferred, though not required. Candidates with commensurate retail and/or restaurant experience will also be considered.
• High level of expansive wine and spirits knowledge
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to self-start and work independently
• Detail-oriented and solution-focused
• Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks efficiently and effectively
• Computer experience necessary, utilizing all tools within Microsoft Office
• Must be fully vaccinated
• Must have a current driver’s license, auto insurance, reliable transportation
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs

REPORTS TO

• Regional Sales Manager [territory-based]

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and develop geographical territory, cultivating relationships with customers via face-to-face visits and phone/email correspondence
• Develop expertise of Skurnik’s deep portfolio of wines and spirits from around the world as the fundamental tool to establishing successful sales
• Work in conjunction with Portfolio Management and Spirits Specialists to facilitate sales opportunities
• Participate in market work assignments with visiting winery and spirits suppliers
• Participate in monthly sales meetings
• Participate in various trade and consumer tasting events
• Learn and utilize internal operating systems to effectively follow company policies
• Perform other related duties as assigned by Management

Interested candidates, please contact Web Bond, webond@skurnik.com.

We are currently looking for sales representatives. The Sales Representative is responsible for successfully managing, growing, and developing sales within a specified territory for both on and off-premise accounts. Development of existing account base is fundamental, but new account development on the initiative of the Sales Representative is also expected.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior sales experience working in wholesale distribution is strongly preferred, though not required. Candidates with commensurate retail and/or restaurant experience will also be considered.
• High level of expansive wine and spirits knowledge
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to self-start and work independently
• Detail-oriented and solution-focused
• Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks efficiently and effectively
• Computer experience necessary, utilizing all tools within Microsoft Office
• Must be fully vaccinated
• Must have a current driver’s license, auto insurance, reliable transportation
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs

REPORTS TO

• Regional Sales Manager [territory-based]

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and develop geographical territory, cultivating relationships with customers via face-to-face visits and phone/email correspondence
• Develop expertise of Skurnik’s deep portfolio of wines and spirits from around the world as the fundamental tool to establishing successful sales
• Work in conjunction with Portfolio Management and Spirits Specialists to facilitate sales opportunities
• Participate in market work assignments with visiting winery and spirits suppliers
• Participate in monthly sales meetings
• Participate in various trade and consumer tasting events
• Learn and utilize internal operating systems to effectively follow company policies
• Perform other related duties as assigned by Management

Interested candidates, please contact Web Bond, webond@skurnik.com.

We are currently looking for sales representatives. The Sales Representative is responsible for successfully managing, growing, and developing sales within a specified territory for both on and off-premise accounts. Development of existing account base is fundamental, but new account development on the initiative of the Sales Representative is also expected.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior sales experience working in wholesale distribution is strongly preferred, though not required. Candidates with commensurate retail and/or restaurant experience will also be considered.
• High level of expansive wine and spirits knowledge
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to self-start and work independently
• Detail-oriented and solution-focused
• Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks efficiently and effectively
• Computer experience necessary, utilizing all tools within Microsoft Office
• Must be fully vaccinated
• Must have a current driver’s license, auto insurance, reliable transportation
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs

REPORTS TO

• Regional Sales Manager [territory-based]

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and develop geographical territory, cultivating relationships with customers via face-to-face visits and phone/email correspondence
• Develop expertise of Skurnik’s deep portfolio of wines and spirits from around the world as the fundamental tool to establishing successful sales
• Work in conjunction with Portfolio Management and Spirits Specialists to facilitate sales opportunities
• Participate in market work assignments with visiting winery and spirits suppliers
• Participate in monthly sales meetings
• Participate in various trade and consumer tasting events
• Learn and utilize internal operating systems to effectively follow company policies
• Perform other related duties as assigned by Management

Interested candidates, please contact Danielle Françoise Fournier, dfournier@skurnik.com.

We are currently looking for sales representatives. The Sales Representative is responsible for successfully managing, growing, and developing sales within a specified territory for both on and off-premise accounts. Development of existing account base is fundamental, but new account development on the initiative of the Sales Representative is also expected.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior sales experience working in wholesale distribution is strongly preferred, though not required. Candidates with commensurate retail and/or restaurant experience will also be considered.
• High level of expansive wine and spirits knowledge
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to self-start and work independently
• Detail-oriented and solution-focused
• Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks efficiently and effectively
• Computer experience necessary, utilizing all tools within Microsoft Office
• Must be fully vaccinated
• Must have a current driver’s license, auto insurance, reliable transportation
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs

REPORTS TO

• Regional Sales Manager [territory-based]

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and develop geographical territory, cultivating relationships with customers via face-to-face visits and phone/email correspondence
• Develop expertise of Skurnik’s deep portfolio of wines and spirits from around the world as the fundamental tool to establishing successful sales
• Work in conjunction with Portfolio Management and Spirits Specialists to facilitate sales opportunities
• Participate in market work assignments with visiting winery and spirits suppliers
• Participate in monthly sales meetings
• Participate in various trade and consumer tasting events
• Learn and utilize internal operating systems to effectively follow company policies
• Perform other related duties as assigned by Management

Interested candidates, please contact Danielle Françoise Fournier, dfournier@skurnik.com.

Skurnik Wines & Spirits is an importer and distributor of fine wines and spirits.  We represent a high-quality, diversified portfolio of wines and spirits from around the world. The company began with just a handful of relatively unknown estates in 1987, and has since grown to represent over 500 estates, most of which are family-owned-and-operated.  As selective as we are about the quality of wines and spirits we select for our portfolio, we are just as selective about the quality of our PEOPLE. We are fortunate to have assembled an ALL-STAR supporting cast of sales reps, sales managers, portfolio managers, credit managers, accounting, customer service and all other support employees that allow Skurnik Wines & Spirits to distinguish itself as being among the very finest importer/distributors in the country.

We are seeking a Corporate Accounts Sales Representative to service our growing business in the on and off premise chain aspect of our business in California.   Candidates must have self-starting personalities, the ability to multi-task, problem solve, and communicate effectively. With an expanding portfolio of wines, spirit and sake, our sales team is growing, and we provide excellent training.

****Please note that this is not a remote position.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 1 year experience in wine or spirits industry: restaurant, retail, wholesale, grocery.
• Strong interest and curiosity in learning more about wine, spirits, and the distributor/import business
• Sales Training a plus – knowledge of basic sales skills like “steps to the sales call, buyer types, closing”.
• Ability to Lift 50 pounds and perform manual duties required to merchandise a wine shop
• Must be passionate about achieving goals, self-starter, and have an entrepreneurial mind as you essentially will be running your own business
• Computer proficiency
  • Microsoft: Outlook, Word, Excel
  • iOS devices and applications
  • Internet navigation
• Effective Communication skills
• Detail oriented and solution focused.
• Reports to: Director of National Accounts & Sales Coordinator  

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage, prioritize, and efficiently call on a route of chain accounts in Southern California
• Build relationships with the bar managers, wine stewards, purchasers, & Store managers
• Work with our internal SST Team (and other pertinent departments at Skurnik)
• Conduct staff trainings with product and cocktail placements
• Participate in evening in-store tastings and promo’s
• Merchandise Skurnik Product on the shelf, end caps, and case stacks.
• Participate in resets for new stores.
• Conduct in-store surveys on SRP, cold box placements, and shelf facings.
• “sell in” new items where appropriate
• Attend SWW sales meetings and continue gaining knowledge and education on the Skurnik Portfolio

Interested candidates, please contact Elyse Imamura, eimamura@skurnik.com.

Skurnik Wines is looking for a service and hospitality minded candidate to join the Sales Support Team in our California operation. We distinguish ourselves as a distributor by our service to our sales team, customers and suppliers. Our Sales Support Team acts as an integral connection between the sales team and the administrative team through sales order entry, inventory and allocation responsibilities, sales reporting, and liaison operations departments.

We are seeking candidates with self-starting personalities, with the ability to multi-task, problem solve, and communicate effectively. With an expanding portfolio of wines, spirits and sake, our sales team is growing. Our Sales Support Team provides an excellent training and preparation for internal promotion into sales and operations positions.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 years’ experience in wine or spirits industry: restaurant, retail, wholesale
• Knowledge of major wine regions, producers and grape varieties
• Effective communication skills
• Computer proficiency
  • Microsoft: Outlook, Word, Excel
  • iOS devices and applications
  • Internet navigation

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Sales Order Entry
  • Order entry via phone and email
  • Order management for app, web and automated orders
• Sales Team Support
  • Customer Service
  • Delivery ETAs
  • Reporting
  • House account sales
• Events: In Store Tastings, Staff Trainings, Trade Tastings
• Interdepartmental support for: Logistics, Finance, Design, Events & Compliance
• Special Projects, as needed for customers, suppliers, sales and operations

OPPORTUNITIES

• Continued wine & spirit education
• Priority for internal promotion

Interested candidates, please contact Andrew Shapiro, ashapiro@skurnik.com.

Seeking a self-motivated, organized, hard-working, goal oriented, Spirits expert to assist in sales, education, hospitality, customer service and account management.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assisting Skurnik Sales Reps
  • Account visits
  • Spirits Samples
  • Spirits Education
  • In Office Tastings
    • Cocktail Menu Development and R&D

• Customer Service & Hospitality
  • Assisting in communicating directly with Skurnik customers for the purpose of generating sales and continuous education
    • In Store Spirits Tastings
    • Staff trainings
  • Problem solving
  • Advising

• Participation in Skurnik and Skurnik affiliated meetings, activities and events
  • Sales Meetings
  • Seminars
  • Trainings
  • Other in office and out of office activities

• Completing sales-focused initiatives, goals and incentives

• Inner-Company and External Communication
  • Ability to craft timely, professional and accurate emails and other communication.

• Reporting & Data Analytics (on job training)
  • Working knowledge of various technologies to assist in planning, action and follow up.

• Assist in creating Spirits related content as needed.

Interested candidates, please contact Adam Schuman at aschuman@skurnik.com.