Sales & Events Coordinator

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POSITION INFO:

Delaire Graff Estate is looking for a Sales & Events Coordinator. This position will entail coordinating all the events on the Estate as well as a Sales function for Wine & Art in the Wine Shop at the Lodges & Spa.

Main responsibilities:

• Welcoming clients;
• Promoting and selling of Delaire Wine, African art and assist with shipping as required
• Stock-take procedures & replenishment of wine;
• General administrative duties;
• Setting up tasting area and presenting tutored wine tastings, cellar & art tours if required;
• Ensure presentation, quality and temperature of all drinks are correct;
• Handle all event & supplier enquiries.
• Manage quotes, invoices and payments.
• Finalize menus for functions with guests and the Head Chef;
• Conduct site inspections with potential clients;
• Organize and manage in-house events and functions with the relevant manager and the Marketing Team;
• Coordinate pre-event correspondence and distributing function sheets to all departments (10 days, 5 days and 1 day before event);

Main requirements:

• Grade 12 and relevant tertiary qualification (degree/diploma);
• WSET qualification advantageous;
• 2 – 3 years’ experience in a sales capacity will be beneficial, especially an art sales role;
• Previous experience with wine and/or art sales
• Previous experience as an event coordinator;
• Computer literate
• Professional manner and attitude;
• Excellent communication skills in English;
• Self-discipline & responsible
• Proactive and team player;
• Adaptable and flexible;
• Alert and innovative
• Exceptional proven cross-functional collaborator who can work on multiple priorities at the same time.