Beer Sales Representative

Who We Are: Summit Beverage has been Montana owned and based business since 1968. In that time we’ve grown into one of the state’s leading beverage distributors, serving our products across the state. We’re a company that has grown steadily for over 55 years, and we still do business like neighbors. Why You’ll Like This Job You’ll have your own territory and build real relationships with bars, restaurants, grocery and convenience stores across the Flathead Valley You’ll represent a strong portfolio of domestic, import, craft, and Montana-made brands that customers already want You’ll spend your days on the road and in accounts, not at a desk You’ll grow with a company that keeps expanding across Montana What We Offer Competitive base pay + commission/incentive structure 401(k) with company match Paid time off & paid holidays Company vehicle / mileage reimbursement / phone & tablet Life insurance, employee discounts, other perks Stable, year-round work with a long-established Montana employer What You’ll Do Manage and grow sales in an assigned route of retail and on-premise accounts Sell in new products, promotions, and displays, and secure shelf and tap placements Merchandise product and keep retail displays looking sharp Take orders and make sure customers have what they need, when they need it Track account performance and work with your manager to hit volume and distribution Requirements What We’re Looking For 21 years or older with a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record Sales, customer service, or hospitality experience preferred; we’ll train the right person Self-motivated, organized, and comfortable working independently Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university Three to five (3-5) years direct sales experience preferable in a wine and/or beer sales environment or a similar industry Five (5+) years of industry specific experience in a wine and/or beer sales environment or similar field. Able to work in retail and cooler environments PHYSICAL and OTHER REQUIREMENTS: This position may require 8-to-10-hour days, flexible or after standard business hours. The ability to work onsite in the office/customer accounts is expected. This position may be exposed to extreme weather conditions when traveling between accounts. The noise level in environments varies by account but is typically moderate. Seeing: Must be able to use general office equipment / computer and read reports, pricing tags, product labels, read and interpret documentation. Must be able to see while driving at all times of the day. 75-100% of time Hearing : Must be able to effectively communicate with fellow employees and account contacts. In a varied of noisy environments. 75-100% of time Standing/Walking 50-74% of time Sitting at desk/while driving 25-49% of time Climbing/Stooping/Kneeling: 25-49% of time Lifting/Pushing/Pulling: routinely lift approx. 35-55lbs. Occasionally up to 75lbs. 25-49% of time Grasping/Feeling/Hand Dexterity 75-100% of time #J-18808-Ljbffr Summit Beverage