Internship - Retail Account Manager - Atlanta, GA

Atomic Brands•Atlanta, GA

26d•$23

About The Position

This position is an internship opportunity based around university academic calendars. The role reports to the Area Sales Manager (ASM) and is responsible for visiting retail accounts, and working with the ASM and local distributor sales reps to achieve sales and merchandising objectives. The position requires a self-motivated, organized, energetic, and creative person with beverage merchandising and sales experience. Existing relationships in the market are preferred.

Requirements

Strong customer service, interpersonal and communication skills
Effective selling and presentation skills are a must
Innovative and creative in approaching accounts and expanding business
Ability to formulate account strategies and execute against them
Motivated self-starter that requires minimal oversight and guidance
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
Professional demeanor in working with coworkers, distributors, retail reps and consumers
Must have a valid driver's license and own a vehicle
Some nights and weekends required
Travel, as needed
Ability to lift 25+lbs

Nice To Haves

Currently working toward obtaining a college degree
Beverage sales or merchandising experience

Responsibilities

Ensure that our brands are merchandised & represented properly (price, cold box & shelf position, POS execution) according to our brand standards
Sell our brand to retailers gaining points of distribution in coordination with the Area Manager and local distributors' sales teams
Call on key accounts on an ongoing basis to review in-account priorities
Maintain clear and consistent dialogue with the Area Manager and distributor teams to ensure the Atomic Brands portfolio is always a priority
Enhance the business by gaining new points of distribution on company innovation
Knowledge of retail chain business a plus
Represent Atomic Brands at retail tastings and events