Sales Assistant (Katy, TX)

Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits, LLC•Katy, TX

About The Position

The Sales Assistant supports the sales team by ensuring products are properly stocked, displayed, and reordered in assigned retail accounts. The role focuses on merchandising execution and operational support; it does not involve consultative selling, negotiating pricing, executing contracts, or independently recommending products to customers. As needed, the Sales Assistant may cover other Sales Representatives’ routes by carrying out defined, sales-focused support duties under established guidelines to maintain route continuity. The role helps maintain inventory levels, execute merchandising standards, and support account service within clearly defined sales authority.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to follow detailed processes and merchandising standards.
Strong attention to detail and time-management skills.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

Stock shelves, displays, coolers, and other assigned areas according to company standards.
Rotate products, manage backstock, and ensure shelves are clean, organized, and properly labeled.
Build and maintain displays and place point-of-sale materials as directed.
Follow merchandising, stocking, and appearance standards in assigned accounts.
Place replenishment orders for assigned accounts based on shelf conditions and provided direction.
Monitor inventory levels and identify out-of-stocks or low inventory.
Communicate inventory issues, damaged product, or display needs to the sales team or manager.
Check in and out with store personnel when servicing accounts.
Maintain professional working relationships with retail staff.
Support coverage for open, vacation, or weekend routes as assigned.
Follow assigned schedules, daily route plans, and weekly priorities.
Communicate issues, questions, or service needs to leadership in a timely manner.
Perform other duties as assigned.