Sales Assistant

Sales AssistantFull timeGreater Sacramento, CASalary Range: $21.50hr plus a bi-weekly PFPDonaghy Sales is the leading beverage distributor of Central California, selling over 1,000 brands of beer, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages.Founded in 1969, Donaghy Sales is family owned and operated, and has served Central California for over 50 years. We provide exceptional service and quality products to each of our valued customers in our recently expanded 26 county territory. Donaghy Sales is the exclusive distributor of a diverse portfolio representing 95 suppliers including global leaders as well as small batch local producers. Headquarters in Fresno, with additional warehouses in Stockton, Watsonville and Sacramento, Donaghy Sales is committed to growing sales for all our stakeholders for many years to come.Central California is our home and since our founding our commitment to the community has been a top priority. We sponsor hundreds of multicultural events across all the communities we service from local charities to the region's premier sports teams.We are actively seeking a Sales Assistant, who will be integral to our team's success.Purpose of position: To provide sales assistance and relief while maximizing and promoting sales of supplier brands to accounts through effective account management, sales execution, and communication, while promoting exceptional customer service.Essential Functions: (must be able to perform these functions, with or without a reasonable accommodation).Highly self-motivated and results orientated with the ability to set priorities, coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously, and be attentive to detailsStrong selling and negotiation skillsProficient in Office (word, excel, power point)Ability and willingness to work flexible and long hoursStrong customer service skills and the ability to work in a team environmentStrong verbal and written communication skillsAble to understand and read invoices, load sheets, job orders installation and setup instructionsAbility to calculate simple math functionsAbility to move products weighing up to 165 lbs. as well as hang merchandiseAbility to climb laddersAbility of repetitive lifting (up to 50 lbs. overhead), bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling, and twistingPushing and pulling up to 340 pounds on a two-wheelerSkills, knowledge and abilities: (these are required to enable job holder to perform the essential functions of the job).Responsible for regular call frequency on assigned retail accounts primarily to sell volume, increase distribution, merchandise, monitor price and shelf space managementBuild business relationships with and present professional sales presentations using sales histories.Responsible for maintaining published product freshness standards in assigned retail accounts by monitoring and rotating productResponsible for maintaining the up-to-date mobility systemSelling in of new placementsMerchandising with P.O.S materialsIncrease shelf space and introduce new brands and packagesWork with the Accounts Receivable department to resolve credit issues including collection of past due balancesResponsible for daily decisions regarding retail inventory levels using past sales history, changes in climate, competitive activity, and special promotional activitiesAttend sales and team meetings as directed by management along with daily interaction with managers to discuss sales issuesParticipate in evening and weekend promotions as necessaryResponsible for any other tasks deemed necessary by the District Manager, Sales Manager, and/or Sales Director.Experience and Education Requirements: Must be 21 years of age and have a valid driver's license and safe driving record. One (1) year of selling or merchandising experience in the beverage industry or grocery retail, preferred.Working Conditions: Moderate physical exertion, exposure to inclement weather, and exposure to fumes and noise from vehicles.What Donaghy Sales OffersCompetitive SalaryCompany paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D Insurance401(K) with Company Match (eligibility required)Employee Assistance ProgramPaid Time OffUpward Mobility and Development Opportunities