Relief Sales Representative (No Remote Work)

Shore Point Distributing Company • Freehold Township, NJ

34d • Onsite

About The Position

As an outside Relief Sales Representative, you will execute in-person sales strategies and programs to drive growth in your assigned sales area. You will identify new opportunities for growth, manage replenishment orders, and build strong customer relationships while covering a sales route. This role requires a proactive approach to sales execution, customer engagement, and inventory management. Success in this position contributes directly to customer satisfaction, brand visibility, and overall sales performance.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.
• Minimum of 1 year of customer service/sales experience.
• Ability to multi-task and handle administrative tasks with high attention to detail.
• Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize and multi-task in a highly demanding environment.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Clean driving record and reliable transportation.
• This role requires employees to obtain and maintain eligibility for a Solicitor Permit issued by the New Jersey Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control.

Responsibilities

• Represent, solicit, and present our full portfolio to all accounts.
• Execute sales plans and programs, communicate pricing and promotions, and coordinate product merchandising according to supplier and distributor standards.
• Utilize all available resources and technologies to promote sales growth.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers in all accounts.
• Manage daily account activities, including call-ins, back orders, and online portal submissions. Ensure accurate inventory levels to minimize out-of-stock and potential quality issues.
• Maintain compliance with quality control and product code date standards as required by supplier contracts. Utilize available tools for account inventory, pick-up and move procedures, and inventory rotation.
• Follow a consistent sales route visit schedule.
• Prepare and submit reports on key sales metrics and surveys accurately and in a timely manner. Monitor receivables and the disbursement of account credits.
• Maintain an up-to-date Draft Survey submitted at every on-premises sales call weekly or bi-weekly, depending on the call frequency of the account.
• Maintain the company vehicle and all assigned company property in good condition.
• Maintain all ABC-required documents, including transit permits, solicitors permit, invoices, sampling logs, and sample stickers.
• Accurately maintain account maintenance information (e.g., open/close, draft/package, ethnic patron, opening/delivery windows, delivery information, displayability, etc.).
• Assume all responsibilities and direction for the route being covered while the route sales rep is unavailable.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with Company Contributions and Company Match.
• Paid time off, holidays, and vacation accrual.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees