Field Sales Representative

Deschutes Brewery • Los Angeles, CA

14h

About The Position

Founded in 1988 in Bend, Oregon, Deschutes Brewery has been pushing the craft beer movement forward for more than three decades. Today, we're proud to be the 6th largest independent craft brewery in the United States , with a reputation built on innovation, quality, and a whole lot of passion for producing a great product. Deschutes continues to grow, with a footprint in all 50 states one of the fastest growing non-alcoholic portfolio's in the country. We've also partnered with brands including Patagonia Provisions, Boneyard Beer and PartyBomb, a new-to-world flavored malt beverage . From hop-forward classics to creative seasonal releases, award winning non-alcoholic beers to flavor forward malt beverages, we're driven by one simple goal: brew damn tasty beverages that bring people together . If you're looking to do meaningful work with people who care deeply about their craft -and know how to have fun along the way- Deschutes Brewery is a place where you can grow and make an impact. We are currently recruiting for a high energy, passionate beverage enthusiast to join our team as a Field Sales Representative. This position will be based out of Los Angeles, CA or San Diego, CA, . The Field Sales Representative will be responsible for growing the Deschutes Brewery portfolio in the assigned Southern California market. This position will be focused primarily on market development and distributor coordination and will act as the primary street level sales representative. Please apply directly on our website: https://deschutesbrewery.applicantpro.com/jobs/3969534.

Requirements

• 2-3 years of proven excellence in Sales, Customer Relations, Marketing or Management in Food & Beverage experience preferred, CPG experience accepted
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
• Top-level organization and planning skills
• Demonstrated self-starter and excellent motivational and influencing skill-set
• Ability to work proficiently with all standard Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Must be able to travel 4 days a week within designated territory
• Must have a valid driver's licenses and pass pre-employment background check and motor vehicle record screening
• Must have reliable, registered and insured personal vehicle

Nice To Haves

• Preferred previous knowledge of KARMA/VIP or similar system

Responsibilities

• Responsible for successful execution of account calls with key on and off premise accounts
• Grow share of mind with Distributors, Retailers and Consumers while increasing market share
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with key accounts through conducting visits and business reviews
• Ensure proper Merchandising, POS, displays and account inventory across market
• Executes all National Accounts programming which include pricing, features, sampling, displaces and ad activity
• Acts as the primary field/street level connection to Distributors and drives Distributor partnership
• Assist with launching new brands, executes brand promotions, events and sponsorships
• Communicates pricing and programming to Distributors and Retailers
• Responsible for achieving all outlined sales goals and tracking and managing designated budgets

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed