Off Premise Beverage Sales Representative

Job Description

Job Description

At Union Beer Distributing, we believe in doing right by our employees, suppliers, customers, and communities. We believe hard work delivers results. And we believe these values are why our network of distributors, the Sheehan Family Companies, has been in business for over 125 years. Here you’ll work with a team that’s rooting for you to succeed and empowering you to reach your full potential. We’re looking for hardworking, motivated, and good-humored individuals to join our close-knit team and help us grow our business.

Union Beer Distributors is currently seeking an entry-level Off-Premise Sales Representatives to join our team. As a representative, you will have the exciting opportunity to sell, promote, and contribute to the growth of our expansive portfolio in the fast-paced, highly competitive, and demanding market of New York City. Join us in the world's most fast-paced, vibrant, and demanding market, where you can make an impact and grow your career.

Domestic Craft Beer will be your main focus along with a multitude of microbrew beers from around the world. Hired candidates will be responsible for forming relationships with our existing Off-Premise accounts, developing relationships with new Off-Premise accounts, and leveraging those relationships to increase sales and distribution of our products throughout the assigned geography.  This position will cover the territory of Brooklyn.

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Total compensation range including bonuses: $55,000 - $65,000 per year.

What you will be doing:

• Establish and maintain a regular weekly schedule of account appointments within the assigned territory
• Develop and maintain effective account relationships and promote the goodwill of the company
• Represent our world-class brands in the market
• Grow brand presence within our existing bar, restaurant, and hospitality account base
• Proper merchandising of accounts with permanent and paper POS
• Effective accounts receivable collections according to State Law
• Develop new accounts and new distribution
• Handle customer inquiries regarding credit, delivery, product information, and other questions as they arise
• Execute monthly and quarterly goals as related to business activities
• Other duties as assigned

What you will need to succeed:

• Degree or equivalent work experience preferred
• Certified Beer Server
• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Valid and clean driver's license with active auto insurance
• Must have access to personal vehicle
• Ability and willingness to work independently

Why join us?

• Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance - $0 in-network deductible, better-than-average premium contribution
• Paid time off & holidays
• 401k Savings Plan with company match
• Growth & development opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program with Work-Life Services
• Employee Wellbeing Program
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Discounted Pet Insurance
• Personal technology and cell phone plan discounts
• Supplemental Plans available: Disability, Life Insurance, Legal & Identity Protection

Our employment package provides a top shelf combination that’s difficult to find elsewhere, including competitive pay, platinum-level health insurance, tuition reimbursement, a matched 401K, and so much more.

The Sheehan Family Companies are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe in an inclusive culture that provides mutual respect with salary advancement based on merit and individual performance.  Sheehan Family Companies is committed to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against any protected class. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical​​​ condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or ​expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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Union Beer Distributors , a division of the Sheehan Family Companies, is a beverage distribution company with facilities in Brooklyn, New York and Secaucus, New Jersey.  Union Beer’s service area encompasses New York City’s five boroughs and Long Island.  Customers are offered an extensive portfolio of world class beer, cider, kombucha, wine, spirits, and non-alcoholic beverages.  The company is committed to providing the highest level of service in the industry via its expert sales consultation and best in class order fulfillment capabilities.  Union Beer proudly supports its local communities through charitable giving and outreach.

EducationRequired

• High School or better

Preferred

• Bachelors or better

Licenses & CertificationsRequired

• Driver's License

BehaviorsPreferred

• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

MotivationsPreferred

• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

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