Premium Italian Wine Sales - LA

Lewis Imports is a distinguished family-owned importer and distributor specializing in premium Italian wines. With a dedication to quality and authenticity, Lewis Imports partners directly with renowned wineries across Italy to curate a portfolio that embodies heritage, exceptional craftsmanship, and exceptional value. The company has earned a reputation for delivering carefully selected wines from celebrated producers such as Lungarotti, Fontanavecchia, Adriano Marco e Vittorio, and Menegotti. As a boutique importer, Lewis Imports prides itself on fostering close relationships with both its winemaking partners and its clients, promoting a deep appreciation for true Italian wine and food culture. The firm’s business is experiencing rapid growth across key markets including California, Washington, Oregon, Nevada, and Texas, signaling significant expansion and opportunity within the industry. This growth has paved the way for highly motivated sales professionals to join a forward-thinking company that values entrepreneurial spirit and meaningful customer relationships.

The role for an Independent Wine Sales Representative (1099 contractor) with Lewis Imports is an exciting opportunity for an experienced, entrepreneurial individual who is passionate about Italian wines and eager to develop and expand sales in the Los Angeles market. Unlike traditional order-taking positions, this role requires a relationship builder with a deep understanding of the restaurant, retail, and hospitality landscape. The candidate will represent a focused portfolio of authentic Italian wines that boast strong pricing, excellent supplier support, and real growth potential. This is a commission-driven role offering a competitive 10% commission structure, unlimited earning potential, and the chance to build a meaningful territory with protected accounts. Sales tools and sample support will be provided to facilitate success.

As an Independent Wine Sales Representative, success depends on forging genuine, long-term relationships with industry buyers, beverage directors, restauranteurs, and retail outlets. The representative will actively seek new business opportunities throughout the Los Angeles area by conducting tastings, delivering presentations, and facilitating supplier visits and educational events. Lewis Imports encourages representatives who thrive on independence and who can self-start initiatives to succeed in this dynamic and rapidly growing sector. Candidates with existing relationships in the Los Angeles wine trade, expertise in wine sales, distribution, hospitality, or restaurant beverage programs, and a passion for Italian wine culture are highly desirable.

Working with Lewis Imports means having direct access to company ownership and decision-makers, avoiding the frustrations of corporate bureaucracy. This environment supports professional growth, offering opportunities for future leadership roles and territory development. Representing a boutique portfolio allows sales professionals to stand out in the marketplace by offering unique and exceptional wines from small, passionate family-owned wineries in Italy. For those dedicated to excellence in wine sales and seeking a rewarding, flexible entrepreneurial role with high growth potential, Lewis Imports represents an ideal career partnership.