Sales Representative Independent Retail Spirits (Valdosta Market)

Description

The primary responsibility of a Sales Representative is selling United products to customers in order to maintain and grow Uniteds market share. A Sales Representative is knowledgeable about Uniteds portfolio and educates the customer while selling United products. The Sales Representative manages marketing within accounts and uses United systems to bill orders look at sales numbers and track progress towards goals. This position is perfect for a self-motivated competitive individual who thrives in situations requiring a high level of collaboration organization interpersonal skills and creativity.

• Must be 21 years or older
• High school or vocational school diploma or GED equivalent required
• 1-3 years of sales experience preferred
• Valid drivers license for applicable state
• Valid auto liability insurance for applicable state
• Ability to secure and maintain a State Alcohol Sales Permit in accordance with state laws

Responsibilities

• Sell United products to maintain and increase Uniteds market share
• Sell new items and programs and increase product knowledge with customers
• Use United systems daily to bill orders run sales reports track goal progress etc.
• Learn and maintain knowledge of United product portfolio
• Build positive relationships with suppliers customers United sales teams and United delivery associates
• Complete supplier ride-along when required
• Manage marketing within accounts including point of sale material displays and brand development promotions when applicable
• Run vacation routes for teammates when required
• Drive to all call points
• Perform other duties as assigned

Competencies

• Decision Making
• Plan & Organize
• Customer Focus
• Professionalism
• Flexibility
• Communication
• Interpersonal Skills
• Problem Solving/Solution-Oriented
• Critical Thinking
• Collaboration
• Conflict Resolution
• Positive Attitude
• Self-Motivated
• Working As a Team
• Willingness to Learn
• Negotiation
• Competitive

Critical Skills

• Time management
• Selling skills
• Quality control
• Product knowledge
• Use of technology including Microsoft Office
• Ability to become proficient in use of United software systems
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong collaboration skills
• Strong organizational skills with a proven ability to multi-task prioritize and manage time in order to meet frequently changing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Able to read write and perform business math computations
• Results-driven (performance)
• Material Control

Working Conditions

• Able to maintain very high proficiency and job standards while working in a non-temperature controlled environment that includes exposure to heat high humidity and inclement weather
• Able to work occasionally in refrigerated areas
• Exposure to smoke and dust in certain accounts
• Able to work in an environment with moderate to loud noise levels

Physical Requirements and Essential Functions

• Regular reliable attendance required
• Must work some weekends and extended hours as needed
• Able to drive a vehicle for extended periods of time
• Able to talk and hear stand and walk sit reach with arms and hands lift and carry and use hands and fingers to handle or feel
• Able to perform greater than average lifting up to 50-65 lbs with some overhead lifting required
• Able to frequently climb or balance stoop kneel or crouch
• Able to learn and maintain knowledge of company and products
• Must have specific vision abilities that include close vision distance vision and the ability to judge distance

Attention Applicants:If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process please let us know. Likewise if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please call for assistance with an accommodation.

Required Experience:

IC