Description of the business for sale
As an independent distributor of premier wine and spirits, in their first 5 years this business has already become respected in their market and is experiencing substantial growth. With an established and expanding customer base numbering greater than 600, a stable team of very experienced personnel in sales, and broad marketing and distribution plans in place, they are entering the expansion phase of their life-cycle. By pursuing manageable growth to achieve consistent results, this team has spent the early years building a solid foundation for further growth, and now offers some of the most experienced and reliable service in their market. Showing a significant increase in sales, this five-year old company will generate over $210,000 of cash benefit for the owner from more than $4.0M in sales in 2007, nearly five times the 2006 benefit.
Specializing in offering wines of distinction from new and boutique wineries and winemakers, this distributor offers a more personal experience for business partners and customers throughout the supply chain. Operational focus emphasizes a commitment to excellent customer services and relationships, a broad selection of distinctive, high quality domestic and international supply sources, cost effective operations, and competitive pricing. This philosophy and approach creates a recipe for success and significant potential for further growth.
With 125 different product lines, including nearly 500 different bottle selections, and climate-cont
Support / Training provided by seller
Owner will provide support as a Supplier Liaison, Consultant, and Sales Rep for (4)weeks through transition period, and for a fair hourly rate if more transition assistance is needed.
Description of the facilities
12,200 SF Office/Warehouse - Leased until 2010