Sales Representative - Wine & Spirits (Columbia)

Sales Representative - Wine & Spirits (Columbia)

GREY EAGLE DISTRIBUTORS - 3.0

Columbia, MO Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Wellness program Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Qualifications High school diploma or

GED Full Job Description Position Title :

Sales Representative -

Wine & Spirits Department :

Sales & Marketing Position reports to : Sales Manager - Wine & Spirits Primary purpose and function of position : Sell in supplier products and provide value added services and resources to retail accounts as directed in the Columbia area.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities :

Maintain retail call frequency on assigned key wine & spirits accounts to include developing and planning promotional activities, book and execute sampling events, gain taps, build and restock displays as needed, place POCM and sell in additional shelf space Communicate monthly pricing information, suggestively sell-in consumer price points and proactively manage price gaps versus competition Introduce and sell in new and existing brands and packages including activities to support sell through as necessary Grow distribution through targeted focus on potential wine and spirits accounts and non-buys Plan, coordinate and implement the local execution of supplier marketing programs in key wine & spirits accounts and special marketing events Complete required paperwork such as point sheets, expense reports, tracking forms, surveys and work orders Responsible for the selling, delivering and merchandising of Non-Alcohol, Wine, and Spirits products in designated accounts of responsibility Identify and open up new accounts as needed Communicate with all Company departments as necessary Participate in evening and weekend promotions as necessary Comply with all Grey Eagle and supplier standards and policies Adhere to all Federal, State and Local liquor regulations Other duties as assigned Bachelor's degree preferred; High school diploma or GED certificate required Two years sales experience; familiarity selling consumer product goods, wine/liquor products a plus Training Certifications Highly self-motivated with a positive attitude Project a friendly, courteous and professional image Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities Excellent customer orientation with strong verbal and written communication skills Excellent problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail Ability to safely operate job related equipment Ability to meet physical requirements of the job including, but not limited to: repetitively handling cases of beer, reaching above head height, climbing, bending, twisting, squatting and kneeling Ability to frequently lift, carry, push or pull package product weighing 50 plus pounds; and draught product weighing up to 165 pounds Regular and reliable attendance required Valid driver license and safe driving record Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and some holidays as needed Technologically proficient; including familiarity with MS Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint Ability to pass a required pre-employment background and drug screening Ability to perform all essential job functions and duties as assigned

WHY CHOOSE GREY EAGLE DISTRIBUTORS?

We offer... 401(k) retirement savings plan with a percentage company-match contribution Competitive wages Paid holidays Paid time off Medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental insurance Short-term disability Long-term disability Employee assistance plan — for access to counseling, consulting and other community resources Wellness program Subject to eligibility, terms, and conditions Who we are: Grey Eagle Distributors is the largest Anheuser-Busch beer distributor in Missouri and one of the largest in the Midwest. Our team is dedicated to delivering the best in class service and the highest quality products to our customers. We take pride having a special presence in the community through our involvement with many charitable organizations in the St. Louis area. We offer many opportunities to learn and grow your career. Come work for a company that the Business Journal named "Best place to work!"