Proximo NYC Portfolio Ambassador

GMR Marketing is seeking a Trained Product Specialist | Proximo in New York, New York. This full-time, salaried position runs from Thursday, January 1st to ongoing. We are looking for an individual who can contribute to creating unforgettable experiences born of humanity in partnership with our clients. Learn more to see how your skills can contribute to our team! GMR Marketing is actively hiring a Portfolio Ambassador based in NYC to join our advocacy team. As a Portfolio Ambassador, you will be recognized as a spirits industry expert in the NYC market. With extensive experience in the NYC market, you will cultivate strong relationships in on-premise accounts through frequent engagement, staff training, trade activations, and account visits. This role is primarily responsible for the growth of Proximo Spirits brands – premium brands known for their craft and connoisseurship – within the most desirable on-premise accounts. The ideal candidate is an engaging, charismatic, professional, polished, and articulate storyteller. A successful Portfolio Ambassador will have a strong connection to their market, expertise in distributor networks, a robust and passionate knowledge of spirits categories, and extensive experience within the bartending and mixology community. This position requires full and open availability, as it involves a non-traditional schedule including evenings and weekend work. While based in NYC, you must be available to travel outside the designated market upon request, not to exceed 20%. About GMR Marketing We are the Experience Agency dedicated to crafting unforgettable stories born of humanity. We believe in creating experiences that transcend the traditional boundaries of physical, digital, and social worlds. We aren't just telling stories; we're making them, building immersive environments for people to explore and create lasting memories. Our approach always starts with understanding the human element, looking beyond simple consumerism to what truly motivates and inspires people. Required Skills

• Categorical spirits knowledge adaptable for both novices and experts
• Charismatic storytelling ability
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presentation development and delivery
• Deadline-oriented self-starter with a proactive approach and high standards for work quality
• Ability to effectively interface with the distributor network
• Strong influencing and partnering skills
• Deep understanding of cocktails and current industry trends
• Adept at selling and interacting with diverse groups of people
• In-depth understanding of the account universe in the assigned market
• Deeply connected to and actively involved in the bartending community of the greater assigned market
• Social Media savvy with a solid bartender network
• Ability to travel to surrounding areas outside of the assigned market on a semi-regular basis
• Experience in budget management

GMR Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
• Must have reliable transportation to travel to surrounding markets and make in-market visits while transporting program materials (e.g., liquor, POS)
• Working knowledge of computers with average to above-average skills in Windows, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, and Email; ability to learn new computer programs quickly and efficiently
• A degree in a related field (e.g., sales and marketing, hospitality management, culinary) is preferred
• Previous experience as a spirits brand ambassador, in liquor sales, bartending, and fine dining is preferred
• Prior experience in program management, marketing, field sales, or other related fields is also preferred

Language Ability

• Ability to speak fluent English; proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred
• Strong written and conversational knowledge of the English language and grammar
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals