John Rodat
Schenectady,NY
Summary
Passionate wine-industry professional bringing six-plus years of experience and in-depth education in wines and spirits. Talented at engaging customers and sharing diverse knowledge to promote sales and customer satisfaction. Compliant with all regulated activities pertaining to the sale of alcoholic products. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Liquor Store Manager
Niskayuna Specialty Wines And Liquors
10.2019 - Current
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
- Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering pipeline of future leaders within organization.
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
Wine Educator
Slingerlands Wine And Spirits
10.2017 - 10.2019
- Managed client inquiries for wine education events, ensuring seamless coordination and execution.
- Consistently met or exceeded sales goals by utilizing exceptional product knowledge to recommend suitable wines to customers.
- Enhanced customer wine knowledge by conducting informative and engaging wine tastings.
- Set up wine tastings to bring in business and promote special offerings.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
SUNY At Albany
Albany, NY06.1990
Skills
- Extensive wine and spirits knowledge
- Superlative communications skills
- Purchasing and planning
- Effective leader
- Product Promotion
- Product Recommendations
- Strategic Planning
- Marketing Strategies
- Employee Relations
- Relationship Building
- Staff training/development
Timeline
Liquor Store Manager
Niskayuna Specialty Wines And Liquors
10.2019 - Current
Wine Educator
Slingerlands Wine And Spirits
10.2017 - 10.2019
Bachelor of Arts - English
SUNY At Albany
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