James Boon Email and Phone Number

Ten years experience in the wine and spirits industry.Highly organised, having simultaneously and independently managed a busy retail store, online business, wedding business and on trade business with numerous restaurant customers as part of my day-to-day.Extensive managerial experience running a wine and spirits merchant over many years, overseeing a team of seasonal staff of all ages and backgrounds whilst also working independently running and growing the business.Building wine lists and working with hospitality managers and owners. Managing trade accounts, overseeing invoicing and payments.Ordering products in advance for all areas of the business, stock management and distribution to various departments. With an eye for promotions and sourcing new exciting products at the right price.WSET Level 3 Award in Wines (Merit)Organiser of tasting events every month over four years ranging from a few dozen to over a hundred clients. Keen public speaker leading evenings focused around fun, promotion and sales.Exceptional customer relations aimed at building sustainable long term business.