Associate Sales Representative - Fairfield (Connecticut)

Job Title

Primary Duties & Responsibilities Include:

• Building new brands and expanding distribution across Martignetti's portfolio
• Visiting open accounts and covering routes when sales reps are on vacation or unavailable
• Building and maintaining active and close relationships with accounts in territory to provide the highest level of customer service satisfaction
• Analyzing a client's current situation, creating an effective solution, and being determined to see it through
• Attending weekly general sales meetings at Martignetti's Connecticut location
• Reaching sales and placement goals
• Working with the Merchandising and Graphics departments to effectively leverage marketing and Point of Sales material to increase sales
• Other duties may be assigned as required

Requirements

Physical Demands:

• Occasional physical exertion including the regular lifting of objects weighing up to 25 pounds and the occasional lifting of objects weighing up to 40 pounds
• Work requires frequent standing or walking throughout the work day
• Work requires considerable mental concentration to effectively execute complex tasks requiring periods of focused mental and visual concentration
• Work requires travel and exposure to weather conditions while visiting customers, prospects or vendors
• Potential for accidents due to over the road travel including traffic accidents, delivery of goods or the set up of displays

Requirements:

• Highly motivated, results-driven individual with a strong passion for sales
• Energetic, relationship builder with an innate desire to work hard
• Previous knowledge in wine and spirits is beneficial but not required
• Excellent time-management and communication skills
• Experience in restaurant and/or retail outlets a plus
• Must have a valid Connecticut driver's license and vehicle registration

Martignetti Companies prides itself on being a company where you can bring your best self to work every day. We strive to be an employer of choice where everyone feels that they belong. We do so by acting on our commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and offering a substantial benefits package that includes generous paid time off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a comprehensive 401K plan, and employee discounts. All are welcome to apply to work for a company that truly believes its employees are its greatest asset!

Martignetti Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal and local laws. In addition to federal law requirements, Martignetti Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

We are hiring directly for this position. Please, no calls from third-party staffing agencies. Thank you! EEO M/F/D/V

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization