Sales Apprentice, Chain Stores 52k plus company car

UNITED DISTRIBUTORS GROUP•Savannah, GA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Chain Stores Sales Apprentice is an entry-level position in United’s sales organization that prepares an associate for a Sales Representative role. The position involves covering vacation routes for Sales Representatives, making sales deliveries when needed, merchandising products, building displays, managing and rotating inventory, and developing relationships with customers and United colleagues. It is suited to a self-motivated, competitive person who can collaborate, stay organized, communicate effectively, and work creatively. The role is based in Savannah, Georgia, and the posting title states “52k plus company car”; the job details list the salary range as undisclosed.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years old.
High school or vocational school diploma, or GED equivalent required.
Valid driver’s license in the applicable state, state-minimum auto-liability insurance, and an acceptable driving record; must maintain these administrative driving requirements throughout employment.
Ability to secure and maintain a State Alcohol Sales Permit in accordance with state laws.
Able to read, write, and perform business math computations.
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other technology.
Excellent verbal communication skills.
Strong attention to detail, collaboration, and organizational skills, including the ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time to meet frequently changing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Able to drive and safely operate a vehicle.
Able to maintain job standards in a non-temperature-controlled environment, including exposure to heat, high humidity, and inclement weather, and occasionally work in refrigerated areas and moderate noise.
Able to frequently use hand trucks, stairs, ramps, and docks; talk and hear; stand and walk; sit; reach; lift and carry; and handle or feel objects with hands and fingers.
Able to lift more than average loads of up to 50–65 pounds, including some overhead lifting, and frequently climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
Able to learn and maintain knowledge of the company and its products.
Must have close and distance vision and the ability to judge distance.
Regular, reliable attendance required.

Nice To Haves

One year 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 customers when needed.
Run vacation routes for Sales Representatives.
Sell new products or programs.
Use Encompass to bill orders.
Build displays.
Merchandise customers using point-of-sale material.
Manage back stock and shelf space, and work cold boxes to ensure proper product rotation.
Build and maintain strong relationships with customer management personnel.
Build and maintain strong relationships with United delivery associates, Sales Representatives, and sales management.
Work as part of a team.
Perform other duties as assigned.