Job Description
OBJECTIVE: This position will execute all sales and service for our Lipman Brothers Estate Wine and Spirits portfolio in a defined sales route of independently owned retail stores. Develop and maintain account relationships to enhance the position of Lipman brands within the market.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Presenting all programs, brand extensions, and new product introductions.
- Cultivate good relationships with all key decision makers including, but not limited to buyers, store managers, owners, purchasing department, etc.
- Grow sales and gain share in assigned accounts via:
- Expert product and customer knowledge to sell best mutual opportunities
- Increased distribution
- Securing promotional display support to cover customer ads, promotions, and seasonal programs
- Ensure POS in refreshed, timely, and all pricing is current
- Merchandising (where appropriate) all accounts (signage, display racks and materials, shelf talkers, etc.).
- Must attend all sales meetings, new item presentations, or any other required function with educational information about products that the division is responsible for selling.
- Master all aspects of Pocket Advantage to ensure proper ordering procedures are followed.
- Brand knowledge of Estate Wine and Spirits brands.
- Able to communicate well with customers, team leader, other sales reps, and operations.
- Able to handle adverse situations with customers in a professional and courteous manner.
NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs all related duties as assigned
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 2-years sales experience in beverage industry
- Must be a self-starter and highly organized
- Polished presentation, interpersonal, and facilitation skills
- Team player with enthusiastic outlook and creativity
- Good math skills
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Good driving record and valid driver’s license
- Able to follow explicit directions in a timely manner.
- Neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance always.
- Must have a dependable vehicle with current proof of insurance.
- Cell phone is required for business use. Must have a professional greeting on voicemail.
Job Tags
Seasonal work,