Work at Gary's Wine & Marketplace
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MARKETING ASSOCIATE
Marketing Associate
Gary’s Wine & Marketplace
Location: Wayne, NJ
Established in 1987 in Madison, New Jersey, Gary’s Wine & Marketplace has grown to become one of the largest fine wine businesses in the New York metropolitan area. Currently, there are four locations in New Jersey, Madison, Bernardsville, Wayne and Hillsborough. Gary’s Wine & Marketplace is also one of the largest online retailers of fine wine, selling and shipping wine to 37 states.
Gary’s Wine & Marketplace is currently seeking a full-time Digital Marketing Associate who will be responsible for overseeing digital marketing efforts, including daily B2C emails, websites, and social media. Candidates should be proactive and possess an energy level that is consistent with a fast-paced and growing business. This position requires a resourceful and detailed-orientated team player who can meet project deadlines while managing multiple tasks.
Candidate will be responsible for:
• Writing, designing and scheduling promotional emails to increase sales
• the development, testing, proofreading and deployment of email campaigns
• Developing content for website and social media, and cross-platform promotions.
• Expanding, segmenting and maintaining email lists with current and new subscribers
• Collaborating with wine buying and marketing team to develop promotional calendar
• Working with Marketing Director to develop and execute content strategies
• Writing articles about wine, spirits, beer and gourmet food trends and producers
• Ensuring new products are added to website, along with product photos and descriptions
• Cross-promoting products and events through social media
• Conduct analysis of results and continuously improve performance and results
Skills Required:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field
• Must be a successful project manager, skilled writer and proofreader
• Knowledge of email marketing best practices, deliverability and CAN-SPAM regulations
• Experience with MailChimp or similar email marketing service
• Proficient in HTML, Google Analytics and Adobe Photoshop
• Product Photography & videography experience a plus
• Knowledge of ICS Vision POS or WineFetch a plus
• Must have a passion for wine, beer and spirits industry
For immediate consideration, qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and a pdf or link(s) to design portfolio or website. This is an in-house position. No freelancers, agencies or recruiters, please.
> Current Openings: Wayne - Apply Now!
HR GENERALIST-PART TIME
Gary’s Wine & Marketplace is searching for a Part-Time Human Resources Generalist to lead its HR department. The Part-Time position would require approximately 20-25 hours per week. The Human Resources Generalist will be responsible for employee recruitment and employee relations, supporting five store locations and the corporate office with the make-up of approximately 150 employees. Working out of the Bernardsville location, the HR Generalist will work collaboratively with senior/executive management in areas of recruiting, on-boarding, employee development, employee discharges, disciplinary actions, performance evaluation, staff communications, training and other administrative/compliance items as they arise.
With five locations in New Jersey (Wayne, Madison, Bernardsville, Hillsborough, and Closter) and online sales with shipping to 37 states, Gary’s Wine & Marketplace is one of the largest fine wine businesses in the United States.Gary's Wine & Marketplace started as a single wine shop in Madison, NJ in 1987. As the market for wine, spirits, beer and gourmet foods continued to expand and evolve, so did the company. Gary’s Wine & Marketplace opened the Bernardsville, NJ location in 2001, followed by the flagship store in Wayne, NJ in 2008. The newest location will be opening in Closter, NJ approximately 11/2017.
All stores offer Gary’s signature retail experience—a commitment to friendly and attentive service by knowledgeable employees, an unparalleled selection of wine, an extensive gourmet food marketplace offering artisanal meat and fresh-cut cheeses, and a significant range of craft beers and premium spirits.
Qualifications:
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Bachelor’s degree in a related field and a minimum of three years generalist experience
Highly developed sense of organization
Demonstrated proficiency in the MS Office suite
Ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines
Must be self-motivated to create and execute programs and processes
Ability to work in a fast paced retail environment
Ability to work with team members to effect change at all organizational levels
> Current Openings: Bernardsville - Apply Now!
Hourly Opportunities
GOURMET DEPT. TEAM MEMBER
Description:
The Gourmet Team works most closely with our customers. This person knows items sold in the Gourmet Department and how to pair them with wine, beer and spirits. The Gourmet Staff assists guests in the selection of items for gift baskets. Members of the Gourmet Team report to the Gourmet Manager.
Major Areas of Responsibility:
* Using a thorough knowledge of our gourmet items, assist guests in the selection and pairing of cheeses with wine, beer and spirits
* Assist guests with the selection of gourmet items for gift baskets
* Keep abreast of knowledge and trends in gourmet items.
* Ensuring the rotation of gourmet stock and removing expired items from shelves and displays.
* Keep sampling stations well stocked and maintained.
Job Requirements:
* A strong sense of customer service
* Ability to lift 40 lbs.
* Basic computer skills
Note:
This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position
> Current Openings: Wayne, Madison, Bernardsville - Apply Now!
WINE TEAM MEMBER
Description:
As the front line, members of the Wine Team use their expert knowledge of wines, food pairings, vintages and trends to make Gary's Wine and Marketplace special. Members of the Wine Team work under the direction of the Wine Team Leader and/or the Manager on Duty. The Wine Team reports to the Assistant Manager or General Manager, depending on the store.
Major Areas of Responsibility:
The Wine Team is expected to serve as experts in this area, to sell the wines we carry in our stores, to recommend wines to our guests, and to encourage guests to make the best wine purchases. This requires a thorough knowledge of our priority items, wine pairing, wine regions, and wine prices. As needed, the Wine Team will attend/conduct tastings, place special orders, be responsible for creating/building displays and other duties, as listed below.
Job Requirements:
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Must have basic wine knowledge for entry level Wine Team
• Ability to lift 40 lbs.
• Ability to use store ladders
• Basic estimation and math skills
• Basic computer skills
• Proficiency in Vision
> Current Openings: Wayne, Madison, Bernardsville - Apply Now!
CASHIER/FLOOR TEAM MEMBER
Gary's Wine and Marketplace, an upscale wine and gourmet shop, has full-time and part-time cashier positions available in our Madison location. The right candidate will have a high energy level and is willing to learn about wine, spirits, and beer. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a passion for the product, a strong commitment to quality service, great organization skills and team attitude.
What our ideal candidate brings to the table:
* He/she is over 18 years of age.
* A flexible schedule which includes working evenings and weekends. This is a must!
* Basic computer skills.
* Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
* Must have reliable transportation.
* High levels of energy and enthusiasm.
* A friendly demeanor and good customer service skills.
* Must be able to lift 40 lbs.
> Current Openings: Wayne, Madison, Bernardsville, Hillsborough - Apply Now!
FLOOR TEAM-MERCHANDISING
Do you love a job that keeps you on the move? Do you have great organizational skills, a strong commitment to quality service and a team attitude? We are looking for floor team/stocker candidates that have a high energy level and want to learn about wine, spirits, and beer. The floor team members are responsible for keeping displays and shelf items fully stocked, organized and well maintained; assisting with shipping and receiving, inventory counts, and with warehouse duties, as needed; stocking front end supplies and cold boxes and assisting with carry outs and spills. We offer a fun, team oriented working environment as well as opportunities to learn about wine, beer and spirits. We also offer a competitive salary, a generous employee discount, and opportunities for advancement within the company. Candidates must be over 18 years of age, be available to work nights and weekends and be able to lift 40 lbs.
> Current Openings: Wayne - Apply Now!
INTERNET TEAM MEMBER
Do you love a job that keeps you on the move? Do you have excellent organizational skills, a strong commitment to quality service and a team attitude? We are looking for a Part –time and a Full-time Internet Customer Service/Shipping candidate that have a high energy level and positive attitude. The Internet Team Members process internet orders in a timely and accurate manner providing all necessary order documentation using data entry and a POS system. They coordinate and source wine for online orders from the sales floor; pack, label and ship wine orders; and handle customer calls while providing excellent customer service with prompt follow through to completion.
Specific Responsibilities:
• Processes internet orders in a timely and accurate manner providing all necessary order documentation.
• Verifies that wine pulled for orders is correct vintage, etc.
• Charges out orders being sure that customers are identified for each transaction
• Add new customer information or verify and update customer information in Vision POS being sure to notify marketing department of modified information.
• Corresponds with customers as needed with complete and prompt follow through to completion
• Pack, label and ship wine orders
• Organize pickup orders
• Handles customer service calls in regards to internet orders
• Keeps office and workspace organized and neat
• Pulls wines for orders as requested
• Interfaces with the other stores as needed
• Create labels for corporate orders as needed
• Performs all tasks noted on the Daily Checklist
Job Requirements:
• Requires superb customer skills
• Must be detail?oriented
• Well organized and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong computer and administrative skills
• Willing and able to pack, ship and lift up to a 30lb box.
We offer a fun, team oriented working environment as well as opportunities to learn about wine, beer and spirits. We also offer a competitive salary, a generous employee discount, and opportunities for advancement within the company. Candidates must be over 18 years of age and be available to work nights (until 7pm) and weekends.
> Current Openings: Wayne - Apply Now!
