Control State Sales Representative - Iowa (Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Waterloo))

Republic National Distributing Company•Waterloo, IA

About The Position

Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) is a family-owned business with roots extending before Prohibition that has evolved into one of the nation’s largest wine and spirits wholesalers. Our success is grounded in our core values of Family, Service, Accountability, Honesty, and Professionalism. We offer a vibrant, inclusive culture and workplace experience for individuals who want a career that makes them feel accomplished and engaged. RNDC values the health and well-being of our associates, inside and outside the office, offering dynamic health and wellness benefits that supply exceptional care and value. RNDC is geared toward growing our footprint and our people. Join our team of energetic professionals who believe in many happy hours and are experts in our craft. SummaryRNDC is looking for a talented and energetic control state sales representative to join our growing team. The control state sales representative is responsible for advancing and securing sales in the market, performs functions to secure new accounts and service the needs of the existing accounts with an assigned territory. In this role, you will Follow established procedures and guidelines to promote and sell the organization's products within an assigned geographic area, product range, or list of customer accounts to meet sales targets. Pursue sales leads, personally visit existing and new customers, assess customer needs and suggest appropriate products and services, prepare price quotes, delivery dates and service obligations to meet established revenue targets. Develop sales skills and knowledge of the organization's products, services, and customers by working closely with a more experienced sales representative. May troubleshoot and handle customer related inquiries. May be responsible for merchandising activities as a point of servicing accounts to make room for more product placement including stocking shelves, cleaning shelves, stocking cold boxes and building displays. Job duties include working nights and weekends on promotional activities and other account activities.

Requirements

Equivalent combination of education and experience
A current, valid state driver's license, ability to meet vehicle insurance requirements as defined by the company.
Alcohol Beverage Commission (ABC) License, as required by the state.
Ability to regularly lift up to 50 pounds and will occasionally lift up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Four-year college degree

Responsibilities

Follow established procedures and guidelines to promote and sell the organization's products within an assigned geographic area, product range, or list of customer accounts to meet sales targets.
Pursue sales leads, personally visit existing and new customers, assess customer needs and suggest appropriate products and services, prepare price quotes, delivery dates and service obligations to meet established revenue targets.
Develop sales skills and knowledge of the organization's products, services, and customers by working closely with a more experienced sales representative.
May troubleshoot and handle customer related inquiries.
May be responsible for merchandising activities as a point of servicing accounts to make room for more product placement including stocking shelves, cleaning shelves, stocking cold boxes and building displays.
Job duties include working nights and weekends on promotional activities and other account activities.

Benefits

401(k) with company matching
Medical, dental and vision benefits
Generous paid time off program – work your way up to 5 weeks of PTO a year with the ability to carryover unused PTO
Paid volunteer time
Paid parental leave
Paid caregiver leave
Fertility benefits
Paid training
Company paid life insurance, short-term disability, and company-paid holidays
Associate resource groups, and diversity, equity, and inclusion programs available for all associates