Retail Market Specialist / Brand Ambassador

The Brand

WÜSTHOF has one mission since its beginning in 1814: crafting the finest knives that last for generations. Founded in Solingen, Germany, known for centuries as the "City of Blades", the brand is owned by the seventh generation of the WÜSTHOF family. In their state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, the company creates a variety of knife collections and cooking utensils. WÜSTHOF is appreciated for its art of crafting; it takes over forty manufacturing steps to make a WÜSTHOF knife, with many made by hand, using traditional skills and techniques. Forged knives from the famous CLASSIC Collection have become the symbol of WÜSTHOF and are a lifelong companion for chefs all over the world. With over 330+ employees in North America and Europe, the brand is available at leading culinary retailers worldwide.

Position Overview

Our Retail Market Specialist will represent the Brand at our major retailers and local events.  This role will focus on training (both staff and customers), merchandising, inventory, selling and assisting customers in person. Our Retail Market Specialists are part time Employees and will be expected to work 20-24  hours per week.  Ideally, they will live close to the market they are servicing.  The Retail Market Specialist will be travelling 100% and will be working Friday through Sundays.  We are currently looking to staff the New York metropolitan area. The territory for this role includes the NYC Metro area, encompassing the five boroughs, Long Island (including Garden City), Westchester County, and Bergen County, NJ.

Pay

$20 - $25/hr, this position also qualifies for a monthly stipend for travel, qualifies for paid time off and 401(k) plan. 

Qualifications & Skills

• Ability to work weekends and travel; 100% onsite (geographic territory listed above)

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including comfortable speaking in front of large groups

• Reliable transportation

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs

• Computer proficiency (MS Office – Word, Excel and Outlook) via personal mobile device

• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments within parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices

•  Able to manage own schedule with integrity

• Must be comfortable working around household knives and practice safety protocol at all times

• 2 or 4 year degree is not required but is a plus

WÜSTHOF is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating a diverse team. We will consider all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetics, or veteran status.