Pre Sales Rep - B

7G Distributing, LLC•Dubuque, IA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Job Vision: Ensure that 7G Distributing will drive profitable volume growth, market share, and maintain its position among Suppliers as a leading distributor through proper planning and execution management. This will in part be accomplished by: Focusing on areas and factors where 7G Distributing must improve in order to win long-term, sustainable market share while the sales team is focused on detailed, tactical execution. Ensuring “best-in-market” DSD service to all accounts through “best-in-class” execution and maintaining superior “partner” relationships with retailers and Suppliers. Serve as a role model for 7G Distributing by establishing mutual respect with management and co-workers. Lead by example to promote teamwork, cooperation and enhanced morale. Operate with candor, integrity and professionalism is all 7G Distributing interfaces.

Requirements

Valid driver’s license and meets insurability requirements
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds, at times regularly
Ability to lift up to 165 pounds periodically

Nice To Haves

1-year sales/related on the job experience
2-year degree unless meets experience requirement
Computer knowledge that includes Microsoft Windows, Office Suite and Web Based Applications

Responsibilities

Maintain the structured sales call frequency for all assigned accounts
Maintain a positive relationship with all accounts and work together as a team with other 7G team employee
Increase volume and distribution by supplier/brand/sku for assigned accounts as established in the 7G Distributing annual plan and as reported in RAS reports.
Maintain and/or grow market share for assigned accounts as set forth by 7G
Sell new package placements and tap handles as prioritized and directed by monthly sales goal (All 7G brands)
Dominate merchandising in all assigned accounts
Prepare and transmit orders consistent with retail needs and 7G Distributing goals before the stated order cut-off time
Utilize the handheld order entry and account management computer as a selling tool, ensuring all products are reviewed in order to prevent out of stocks and hot shots
Advise and train retailers and their employees in the proper methods of selling, merchandising and pricing products, always putting the needs of the retailer first
Be aware of competitive trends in your market, adjust selling strategies accordingly to ensure 7G is winning in the marketplace. Communicate competitive trends and intelligence to your Team Leader
Maintain control of retailer inventories to ensure adequate product is available for sale while, minimizing out of stocks
Adhere to the 7G Rotation policy, eliminating out of code product
Adhere to all Iowa ABD guidelines.