Independent Retail Spirits Sales Apprentice (Augusta) / $52k plus Company Car

UNITED DISTRIBUTORS GROUP•Augusta, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Off Premise Sales Apprentice is an entry-level position in United’s sales organization designed to prepare an associate for a Sales Representative role. The apprentice runs vacation routes for Sales Representatives, makes sales deliveries, merchandises products and builds displays in accounts, manages and rotates inventory, and develops relationships with accounts and United teams. The position suits a self-motivated, competitive individual who works well in collaborative settings and brings organization, interpersonal skills, and creativity. United is a beverage alcohol wholesaler operating in Georgia and Alabama. The role is based in Augusta, Georgia. The posting states “$52k plus Company Car” in the job title, while the job details list the salary range as undisclosed. The work can involve heat, high humidity, inclement weather, refrigerated areas, and moderate noise. The role has physical requirements including safely driving, frequent use of hand trucks and stairs, standing and walking, and lifting up to 50–65 pounds, sometimes overhead. United is a Drug Free Workplace.

Requirements

Must be 21 years or older.
High school or vocational school diploma or GED equivalent required.
Ability to secure and maintain a State Alcohol Sales Permit in accordance with state laws.
Valid driver’s license in the applicable state.
State minimum auto-liability insurance.
Acceptable driving record and ability to maintain minimum administrative driving requirements throughout employment.
Able to maintain high proficiency and job standards while working in a non-temperature-controlled environment, including exposure to heat, high humidity, and inclement weather.
Able to work occasionally in refrigerated areas and in an environment with moderate noise levels.
Regular, reliable attendance.
Able to drive and safely operate a vehicle.
Able to frequently use hand trucks, stairs, ramps, and docks.
Able to talk and hear, stand and walk, sit, reach with arms and hands, lift and carry, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel.
Able to perform greater-than-average lifting up to 50–65 pounds, with some overhead lifting required.
Able to frequently climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
Able to learn and maintain knowledge of the company and its products.
Specific vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, and the ability to judge distance.
Critical skills include time management, selling skills, quality control, product knowledge, proficiency with Microsoft Office and other technology, and the ability to read, write, and perform business math computations.
Competencies include decision making, planning and organizing, customer focus, professionalism, flexibility, communication, relationship building, time management, positive attitude, stress management, and conflict resolution.

Nice To Haves

1–3 years of sales experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Work with sales team members to train and understand all facets of the United Sales Representative role.
Drive to all call points.
Perform sales deliveries to accounts.
Run vacation routes for Sales Representatives.
Sell new products or programs.
Use Encompass to bill orders.
Build displays in accounts.
Merchandise accounts using point-of-sale material.
Work back stock, shelf space, and cold boxes in accounts to ensure product rotation.
Build and maintain strong relationships with account management.
Build and maintain strong relationships within United with delivery associates, Sales Representatives, and sales management to work as a team.
Perform other duties as assigned.