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Oak Product Specialist (Wine Industry)
You are a science-minded, detail-oriented professional with a background in enology, food science, or a related field. You’re passionate about the wine and beverage industry, especially oak integration, and skilled in customer engagement, technical support, and sales. You thrive in a dynamic environment where you can apply your knowledge to help clients and drive product success.
Location: Hybrid (Petaluma – Full Time)
Compensation: $36–$43/hour
What You Will Be Doing:
- Manage oak inventory and forecast product demand
- Process orders, maintain data records, and generate internal reports
- Track and document customer feedback and trial outcomes
- Provide technical support and consultation to customers and internal teams
- Partner with sales reps for post-sale technical assistance
- Deliver product presentations and conduct internal technical training
- Represent the brand at trade shows and industry events
- Build relationships with key players in the wine and beverage industries
What You Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree in Enology, Food Science, or related field (preferred)
- 2–4 years of experience in the wine industry, with oak product exposure
- Technical support or customer-facing experience highly desirable
- Strong multitasking, organizational, and administrative skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams, Salesforce)
- Solid understanding of oak science and winemaking; lab/microbiology knowledge a plus
- Sales experience and ability to travel as needed (valid driver’s license required)
For over 50 years, Nelson Connects has empowered employers and job seekers to achieve their unique versions of success. Our commitment to excellence, integrity, compassion, and innovation has made us a trusted partner in connecting jobs, people, and communities. The remarkably talented and dedicated people of Nelson Connects are building on the rich history of this company to define the future of our industry, and we can’t wait to work with you.
We are Nelson Connects, and our purpose is your success.
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