ERIK CODDENS
Boise,US
Summary
Dynamic wine sales professional with a proven track record at Barrique Distributing, excelling in client relationship management and sales strategy development.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wine Sales Representative
Barrique Distributing
Boise, ID
08.2023 - Current
- Cultivated client relationships to foster brand loyalty.
- Delivered exceptional customer service to boost client satisfaction.
- Coordinated multiple projects concurrently while meeting tight deadlines.
Wine Operations
Tastevin Wine Distributor
Boise, ID
06.2022 - Current
- Executed wine buying and curated wine lists for multiple restaurants, leveraging industry knowledge.
- Mastered wine distribution process, including ordering, inventory management, trend monitoring, and sales.
- Completed both WSET Level 1 and WSET Level 2 classes and passed 'with merit.'
- Obtained a marketing degree and gained valuable sales experience.
Bar Manager
Owyhee Tavern
Boise, ID
06.2017 - 03.2022
- Managed bar staff, overseeing scheduling, inventory management, and training programs.
- Opened restaurant, designed bar layout, and selected inventory to enhance guest experience.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by tending to guest needs.
- Updated bar menu for seasonal and holiday promotions to align offerings with customer preferences.
- Collaborated on wine list development to enhance menu offerings.
Education
Bachelor - Marketing
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI, US12.1998
Skills
- Wine distribution expertise
- Sales strategy
- WSET certifications
- Inventory management
- Client management
- Customer service
Certification
- WSET 1 Certificate for Wine
- WSET 2 Certificate for Wine
References
- Jackie Elo, Wine Sales Representative, (541) 420-4241, jackieelo@mail.com, Friend
- Tom Cwiklinski, Sales Representative, (208) 608-6211, riverloot@hotmail.com, Co-Worker/Friend
- Keri Desler, GM, (208) 949-0916, kdesler@tastevinwine.com, Boss
Timeline
Wine Sales Representative
Barrique Distributing
08.2023 - Current
Wine Operations
Tastevin Wine Distributor
06.2022 - Current
Bar Manager
Owyhee Tavern
06.2017 - 03.2022
Bachelor - Marketing
Western Michigan University