Hybrid Sales/Merch

Nackard Bottling Company•Flagstaff, AZ

2d•$22 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

This full-time position is responsible for achieving sales goals and objectives through effective selling, merchandising, servicing, and completing other related sales duties. This position supervises store merchandising and ensures all accounts are satisfied and properly serviced on a regular basis. This position is also responsible for managing and expanding business relationships with accounts, implementing strategy and sales plans for overall business development, sales, and account management.

Requirements

Associate’s degree from two-year college or university, or one to two years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Computer skills: Spreadsheet Software (Excel); Inventory Software; Order Processing Systems; Word Processing Software (Word); Electronic Mail Software (Outlook); and Presentation software (PowerPoint).
Well-developed negotiation, project and account management skills.
Working knowledge of industry product information.
Excellent problem resolution and consultative sales skills.
Capability to meet or exceed sale targets.
Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees.
Commitment to excellence and high standards.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Ability to manage priorities and workflow.
Creative, flexible, and innovative team player.
Acute attention to detail.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to deal effectively with a variety of individuals at all organizational levels.
Good judgment with the ability to make timely and sound decisions.
Ability to communicate professionally and effectively in person, on the phone, electronically, or through other means to individuals and groups.
Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work

Nice To Haves

Not required, but preferred.

Responsibilities

Increase distribution of all products and packages
Secure the best possible selling position for our products
Responsible for ensuring all shelves/racks/displays are full and rotated every sales visit
Responsible for utilizing sales tools to keep accurate inventory of all products inside each account
Write accurate orders to ensure no overstock or out-of-stock situations
Sell-in permanent, temporary, and promotional secondary displays
Ensure that discounts are used effectively to increase sales
Solicit placement of marketing equipment for exclusive use of Nackard Pepsi products
Sell sufficient product inventory to eliminate out-of-stock situations
Monitor customer satisfaction
Identify and solicit lost, inactive, or potential new accounts on assigned route
Notify management of all new account opportunities so they can assist in securing the new account if needed
Maintain and increase shelf facings for all Nackard Pepsi products
Display all Nackard Pepsi products by brand according to the vertical stacking concept and current standards
Utilize Point-of-Purchase materials to stimulate sales
Report service issues using the correct tools; perform quality checks and corrections when necessary on fountain equipment
Place and maintain all POP material
Identify and handle any close-dated products per P.Q.I. policy
Execute merchandising & communicate instructions to other merchandisers
Make sure all “selling tools” are in the sales vehicle
Follow correct check-out procedures
Drive vehicle safely, courteously, and obey all traffic regulations
Report all vehicle damage and required maintenance to the Mechanic and/or the Branch Manager; and keep vehicle neat/clean at all times
Must be able to lift product weighing at least 55 pounds
Attend all sales meetings
Various other responsibilities as assigned by supervisor