Sales Apprentice; On Premise Accounts; $52,500

UNITED DISTRIBUTORS GROUP•Smyrna, GA

19h•Onsite

About The Position

United is the largest beverage alcohol wholesaler in both Georgia and Alabama. The primary responsibility of a United On-Premise Sales Apprentice is learning the role of a United Sales Representative. The role focuses on learning United’s portfolio and learning United’s go-to-market strategy for effective selling. An On-Premise Sales Apprentice works closely with his or her manager to learn how to sell, how to manage marketing material within customers, perform sales deliveries, and how to use any and all of United’s technology systems. The Sales Apprentice runs vacation routes for fellow Sales Representatives in order to practice these skills in the market. This position is perfect for a self-motivated, competitive individual who thrives in situations requiring a high level of collaboration, organization, interpersonal skills, and creativity.

Requirements

Must be 21 years or older
High school or vocational school diploma or GED equivalent required
Valid driver’s license for applicable state
Valid auto liability insurance for applicable state
Ability to secure and maintain a State Alcohol Sales Permit in accordance with state law
Time management
Selling skills
Quality Control
Product Knowledge
Proficient in use of Microsoft Office and other technology
Able to read, write, and perform business math computations
Excellent verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail
Strong collaboration skills
Strong organizational skills with a proven ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time in order to meet frequently changing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Results-driven (performance)
Material Control

Nice To Haves

1-3 years of sales experience preferred
Restaurant/Bar/Industry experience preferred
Decision Making
Plan and Organize
Customer Focus
Professionalism
Flexibility
Communication
Relationship Building
Positive Attitude
Stress Management
Conflict Resolution

Responsibilities

Learn all facets of the United sales representative role
Drive to all call points
Run vacation routes for sales team members
Complete tap handle surveys for specific customers
Perform sales deliveries to customers
Sell United’s products to maintain and increase United’s market share
Sell new items and programs
Use Encompass to bill orders and run sales reports
Build positive relationships with customers, United’s sales teams, and United’s delivery associates
Increase product knowledge with customers
Host product tastings to place new items in customers
Build sales presentations, pricing sheets, and tasting notes for customers to complement the sale of new items
Manage marketing within customers including point of sales material, displays, and brand development promotions when applicable
Help customers build and update menus
Conduct staff training on new products
Host beer, wine, and spirits dinners in customers
Work some extended hours and some weekends as needed
Perform other duties as assigned