JULIE ROBYN KUSHEL
Key West,FL
Summary
Highly motivated, result oriented, energetic professional with a successful history of knowledge representing the wine industry experience. Organized multi-tasker, with a proven track record of meeting and exceeding sale goals. Well diverse in wine service, retail outlets, and culinary interactions with food and beverage establishments. Continue to maintain accomplishments of higher training, communication skills, and dedication to promote a positive working environment. Proactive with helping businesses meet fulfillment obligations through reliable vendor partnerships and streamlined ordering processes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Manager/ Buyer/Director of Operations
Grand Vin Wine Bar
12.2021 - Current
- Communicate with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiate prices to maintain profit margins.
- Asses areas of service concern and develop improvement of plans
- Lead a team by training staff and implement structure for a positive work environment
- Communicate on a daily basis to ensure the best fit for purchasing goods
- Document purchasing information via software to maintain detailed and accurate records.
Manager
Key West Fine Wines
06.2020 - 12.2021
- Monitored and maintained wine sales while enforcing proper inventory weekly
- Assist in pricing to keep guidelines of vintages and the quality of wine as a top priority
- Committed to overall customer service with assistance in suggestions and pairings
- Developed shipments and packages on a daily basis
- Maintained a clean and sterile environment daily with everyday reinforcement to the staff
- Monitor back of the house Shopkeep system with all inventory, SKUS, and customer information
Senior Sales Consultant
Southern Glazer's Wine And Spirits
09.2008 - 06.2020
- Responsible for marketing, promoting, and managing a large, high-profile wine and spirits portfolio sold directly to restaurants and luxury hotels
- Build brand awareness through aggressive sales and marketing campaign along with social media outlets
- Continued knowledge on technical advancements through E-commerce and online ordering via proof.
- Engaged in promotions of local restaurants to provide staff trainings and food oriented events
- Client's needs and solutions identified as a top priority for every day business strategies
Education
Wine Technology /Viticulture
Florida International University
Miami, FL08.2008
Skills
- Microsoft excel
- Microsoft word
- Staff Management
- Social Media Marketing
- Speaking
- Sales
- Team Building
- Verbal and written communication
- Stocking and Replenishing
- Product and Service Sales
Certification
- Court of Masters/Certified Sommelier
- WSET Sake Pass with Distinction
- UC Davis Sensory of Wine Certification
- WSET Wine Pass with Distinction
- Society of Wine Educators/Certified Specialist of Wine
Timeline
Manager/ Buyer/Director of Operations
Grand Vin Wine Bar
12.2021 - Current
Manager
Key West Fine Wines
06.2020 - 12.2021
Senior Sales Consultant
Southern Glazer's Wine And Spirits
09.2008 - 06.2020
Wine Technology /Viticulture
Florida International University
- Court of Masters/Certified Sommelier
- WSET Sake Pass with Distinction
- UC Davis Sensory of Wine Certification
- WSET Wine Pass with Distinction
- Society of Wine Educators/Certified Specialist of Wine
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