Wine Buyer

Job DescriptionWine Buyer (French Portfolio)– Premium Wine & Spirit Supplier – London – Up to £80k My client is one of the leading Premium Wine & Spirit suppliers in the UK. This company has a fantastic portfolio and a large distribution radius across the country; their passion for quality and commitment to excellence has positioned them as industry professionals. As a Wine Buyer, you will play a crucial role in sourcing, selecting, and purchasing premium wines that meet our high standards of quality and exclusivity. Your expertise in the wine industry, coupled with your fluency in French, will enable you to build strong relationships with French-speaking producers and suppliers, ensuring that we offer an exceptional portfolio to our clientele.The candidate must be fluent in French and able to work hybrid in London 3 days per week. Wine Buyer responsibilities include:and procure premium wines from French-speaking regions and other global wine-producing areas.and select wines based on quality, price, and market demand.purchase terms with suppliers to secure the best possible prices and terms.and expand relationships with existing suppliers while identifying new opportunities for collaboration.updated on industry trends, market conditions, and emerging products.tastings and assessments to ensure product quality aligns with our brand standards.closely with the sales and marketing teams to develop product offerings and promotional strategies.inventory levels to ensure optimal stock levels and minimize waste.industry events, trade shows, and tastings to expand your network and knowledge base.The Ideal Wine Buyer:in French and English (both written and spoken) is essential.experience as a Wine Buyer or in a similar role within the wine and spirits industry.knowledge of French wines and global wine regions.negotiation and relationship-building skills.tasting skills and a keen palate for fine wines.to analyze market trends and consumer preferences.organizational and time management skills.for wine and a deep understanding of wine culture and history.or similar wine certification is highly desirable.If you are interested in having a chat about this role, please forward updated CV’s to [email protected] COREcruitment are experts in recruiting for Hospitality, Catering, Leisure, Retail, FM, Property and Construction sectors. We currently have over 1350 live roles across the UK, Middle East, Europe, Africa, North & Central America and South East Asia. To view other great opportunities please check out our website www.corecruitment.com or call us on +44 207 790 2666 for a confidential chat about upcoming opportunities. Likewise, if you are looking to recruit then we would love to hear from you. Follow COREcruitment on your favourite social networks - Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram