Fairfield Craft Sales Representative

G&G Beverage Distributors•Wallingford, CT

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are a proud distributor of domestic, import and craft beers throughout New Haven, Fairfield, Litchfield, Hartford, Middlesex and New London Counties. Based in the New Haven area we are seeking a career-minded Fairfield Craft Sales Representative. Our company is a fast pace, relationship driven business that requires professionalism, sales ability, strong interpersonal skills and dedication. This position will focus on craft beer sales in Fairfield County.

Requirements

4 years of college preferred, or equivalent experience.
Beverage Sales preferred.
Knowledge of craft beer a must.
Passionate about domestic, import and craft beers.
Effective selling skills; ability to create relationships.
Time management skills and punctuality.
Honest, outgoing and culturally sensitive.
Persistent, patient and self-motivated.
Personal computer skills and familiarity with various communication devices.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Clear business ethics.
Ability to convey a positive and professional image, both internally and externally.
Valid CT driver's license.
Must be able to shift priorities, work assignments and if necessary, perform sales, deliveries and clerical work.
Pass all drug and background checks.

Nice To Haves

Flexibility is required to schedule work hours and vacations around peak work times.

Responsibilities

Establish and maintain relationship with customers.
Represent the company; maintain a professional seller-buyer relationship with existing customers and bring in new accounts.
Maintain accounts through regular visits, troubleshooting, accurate orders, effective merchandising, quality products and delivery of handbills.
Represent the entire product line and introduce program offerings. Make customers aware of new products and services.
Merchandise all accounts with current / thematic / permanent and temporary P.O.S. Install and maintain displays.
Ensure proper placement of coolers, shelves and displays; obtain and maintain maximum space, in keeping with display and distribution standards.
Thorough knowledge of our product lines. Stay current with competitive market conditions, prices and products; perform market analysis, as required.
Actively participate in sales meetings and promotional activities.
Adhere to state and federal liquor laws and meet any supplier standards.
Collect payments for outstanding customer bills.