Sales Relief

TRY-IT DISTRIBUTING INC•Saratoga Springs, NY

3d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Saratoga Eagle Sales & Service, Inc. is hiring a Beverage Sales Relief to cover a territory extending from Warren, Washington, Saratoga, and surrounding counties. The role provides sales coverage for Retail Sales Consultants and builds relationships with retailers to strengthen the Company’s image. Its purpose is to optimize account-level execution and cost-effective product distribution, with objectives including improving market share, distribution, account relationships, product shelf position, and case sales per stop. The role may also cover Merchandiser routes as needed. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends required. The company provides a cell phone allowance, uniforms, and mileage reimbursement. The position is based in Saratoga Springs, New York, and travels to client accounts such as convenience stores, grocery stores, bars, and restaurants.

Requirements

An associate’s degree or equivalent experience from a two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
Ability to attain and maintain a New York State Liquor Authority Solicitor’s permit.
Ability to follow directions and complete assignments in a timely manner.
Ability to read labels, policies, and procedures; understand various coding systems; write correspondence; and give staff presentations on company-related information.
Computer literacy and ability to use database, internet, inventory, order-processing, spreadsheet, and word-processing software.
Ability to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to occasionally lift 50 pounds and/or move up to 250 pounds.

Responsibilities

Call on assigned accounts according to the schedule set by the Territory Service Manager.
Provide pre-order coverage for all PTO in the assigned team’s area.
Provide pre-order coverage for all company holiday weeks in the assigned team’s area.
Provide pre-order coverage for all Team Sell days for the assigned team.
Sell all brands, packages, and promotions offered by the Company.
Collect accounts receivable for designated accounts according to company policy.
Follow sales standards, including point-of-sale practices and product rotation.
Attend sales functions, including meetings and promotions.
Investigate and resolve customer problems involving sales and deliveries.
Cover Merchandiser routes as needed.