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Rebecca Bryant

Whittier

Summary

Well established, Goal-oriented Wine Sales Representative, exceptional at growing customer relationships, and maximizing sales. Expert at innovative sales strategies. I integrate service and friendship, which naturally blooms loyalty. Enthusiastically motivated by the pursuit of fulfilling the customers needs, confidently doing so knowing this is the key to success for all involved. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Account Development Specialist Fine Wine

Breakthru Beverage
09.2023 - Current

Responsible for maximizing the sales and marketing of supplier brands to a targeted account base through effective planning, selling, merchandising and communication that permits achievement of company and supplier objectives. Maintain strong relationships with the key stakeholders/gatekeepers of the supplier accounts and be the ‘go-to’ consultant for the accounts. Active with in-market events and education.

Fine Wine Division

RNDC
01.2022 - 10.2022
  • Resurrected and monetized dormant leads to build book of business and increase revenues.
  • Maintained relationships with established accounts and prospected new retailers by calling on customers and engaging prospects in person.
  • Executed direct sales from manufacturers to customers to improve profitability within retail environment.
  • Recorded accurate and efficient records in customer database.
  • Achieved or exceeded company-defined sales quotas.
  • Developed customer relationships and increased overall sales by 57%

Territory Sales Representative

Classic Wines Of California
02.2019 - 10.2021
  • Achieved 75% overall growth in territory from 2019 to 2021 by opening and growing new accounts, during Covid.
  • Achieved sales goals, distribution targets, through proactive management of territory.
  • Monitored customer buying trends, market conditions and competitor actions to adjust strategies and achieve sales goals.
  • Monitored expenses and time usage to maximize effectiveness.
  • Documented time, calls and results, and submitted reports.
  • Adhered to all state and federal regulations covering industry activities.

Wine Manager

Terroni DTLA
12.2018 - 04.2019
  • Maintained high standards of food quality by reviewing shipments, overseeing preparation and monitoring food safety.
  • Trained service staff on wines, spirits and cocktails to maximize revenue and maintain stellar reputation for service.
  • Represented establishment professionally with all guests and earned consistent repeat and referral business.
  • Set up wine tastings to bring in business and promote special offerings.

Procurement Buyer

Los Angeles Fire Department
10.2017 - 10.2018
  • Sourced new vendors in effort to boost range of products, while reducing costs through strategic contract negotiations.
  • Placed orders for merchandise consistent with quality, quantity and other specification requirements.
  • Oversaw procurement of products and apparel for Fire Stations, monitoring annual budget.
  • Worked with Chiefs and Fire Captains to understand needs and provide excellent service.


Education

Wine Management

UCLA
Los Angeles, CA

Court Masters Sommelier
CA

WSET 2

Skills

  • Goals and performance
  • Order management
  • Territory Management
  • Database Management
  • Sales expertise
  • Business development and planning
  • Intuitive sales approach
  • Expert Wine knowledge

Timeline

Account Development Specialist Fine Wine

Breakthru Beverage
09.2023 - Current

Fine Wine Division

RNDC
01.2022 - 10.2022

Territory Sales Representative

Classic Wines Of California
02.2019 - 10.2021

Wine Manager

Terroni DTLA
12.2018 - 04.2019

Procurement Buyer

Los Angeles Fire Department
10.2017 - 10.2018

Wine Management

UCLA

Court Masters Sommelier

WSET 2
Rebecca Bryant