Relief Account Manager - Non-Grocery - DSM

Doll Distributing•Des Moines, IA

2h•$22 - $22

About The Position

The Relief Account Manager is responsible for exemplary customer service in the selling, delivery, merchandising of products and draught support to customers. All duties performed are expected to be within the objectives, standards, mission, and policies of Doll Distributing LLC, State of Iowa laws and regulations governing the beer industry, and brewery/supplier requirements. Essential Functions: Serve as a back-up for Account Managers and possess knowledge of multiple sales routes to be able to fill in, last minute or planned, on sales routes as necessary Responsible for growing retailer relationships and sales Assists Account Manager in maintaining proper inventory levels and product rotation Responsible for new product placements, displays and shelf space management Manages close/out dated products and breakage Proactively monitors all competitive activity for assigned categories Demonstrates a commitment to learning and understanding product portfolios Communicates/reports account activities to Team Leader Compliance with all company safety regulations Exhibits strong commitment to the service needs of the internal/external customer Represents the company in a professional and courteous manner Any other work as assigned; may perform route delivery duties as needed Non Essential Functions: Assist in unloading products from trailers, by hand or using hand carts and place in designated customer areas. Fill in for weekend merchandisers as needed Set-up and assist with samplings at customer locations Essential Skills and Knowledge: Meet or exceed minimum productivity standards established by Doll Distributing LLC Effectively plan and organize work activities independent of direct supervision Develop a good working knowledge of product and inventory control procedures Demonstrate strong communication, customer relations, and problem resolution skills Able to work with a diverse group of people and customers Represent the company in a professional and courteous manner while effectively growing retailer relationships and sales

Requirements

Must be 19 years of age
High school diploma or GED
Driving record within MVR policy guidelines
Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and information in English

Nice To Haves

1+ years of previous sales experience within the food and beverage industry preferred

Responsibilities

Serve as a back-up for Account Managers and possess knowledge of multiple sales routes to be able to fill in, last minute or planned, on sales routes as necessary
Responsible for growing retailer relationships and sales
Assists Account Manager in maintaining proper inventory levels and product rotation
Responsible for new product placements, displays and shelf space management
Manages close/out dated products and breakage
Proactively monitors all competitive activity for assigned categories
Demonstrates a commitment to learning and understanding product portfolios
Communicates/reports account activities to Team Leader
Compliance with all company safety regulations
Exhibits strong commitment to the service needs of the internal/external customer
Represents the company in a professional and courteous manner
Any other work as assigned; may perform route delivery duties as needed
Assist in unloading products from trailers, by hand or using hand carts and place in designated customer areas.
Fill in for weekend merchandisers as needed
Set-up and assist with samplings at customer locations
Meet or exceed minimum productivity standards established by Doll Distributing LLC
Effectively plan and organize work activities independent of direct supervision
Develop a good working knowledge of product and inventory control procedures
Demonstrate strong communication, customer relations, and problem resolution skills
Able to work with a diverse group of people and customers
Represent the company in a professional and courteous manner while effectively growing retailer relationships and sales