Field Sales Specialist Associate - Work in Craft Beer!

Cavalier Spirits, LLC•Naples / Ft Myers, FL

About The Position

Cavalier Distributing Florida is seeking a motivated Field Sales Specialist Associate to represent the company and its beverage portfolio in an assigned territory within the Florida market. The role focuses on sales, merchandising, account service, product promotion, and building relationships with retail partners. The ideal candidate is energetic, outgoing, professional, self-motivated, and willing to learn.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
At least 1 year of experience in account sales management, merchandising, retail sales, or other consumer-packaged goods experience.
Energetic, competitive, and passionate about pursuing a sales career.
Positive attitude and outgoing personality.
Detail-oriented, with a professional demeanor and strong problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to work autonomously and stay self-motivated.
Willingness to learn, take direction, and adapt to new challenges in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Suite and ability to use company-issued technology.
Ability to regularly lift products weighing 25 to 50 pounds.
At least 21 years of age and able to pass a post-offer background check.
Reliable automobile transportation, an acceptable driving record, a valid driver's license, and auto insurance coverage meeting the minimum amount specified by the company and state law.

Nice To Haves

Previous outside field sales experience, preferably in the craft beer industry with a wholesaler or brewery supplier.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain positive relationships with retail partners to support effective merchandising, resets, and product promotions.
Receive deliveries and merchandise or restock products within assigned accounts, including building displays to Cavalier standards.
Execute and close route sales with retail decision makers.
Monitor store inventory, upsell incremental inventory as assigned, and assist with restocking.
Ensure accurate retail pricing, signage, and merchandising to optimize product visibility.
Place and effectively use point-of-sale materials.
Sell and maintain incremental displays with proper pricing and merchandising, as assigned.
Follow company freshness and quality-control standards.
Communicate account activities through pre-plans and account or market recaps on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
Build and maintain positive relationships with internal Cavalier teammates.
Conduct product tastings and demonstrations to promote brand awareness.
Provide product knowledge training to retail staff.
Represent Cavalier Distributing Florida standards in the market and at industry events and trade shows as required.