Sales Relief

Odom•Boise, ID

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Odom Corporation is seeking a Sales Relief representative to support sales, merchandising, and customer service activities throughout an assigned territory. The role provides vacation-route and other sales coverage, supports company and supplier objectives, and helps ensure retail accounts receive consistent, high-quality service. The representative develops customer relationships, executes merchandising standards, promotes company brands, and supports product availability and sales growth. Success requires strong organization, independent decision-making, and a commitment to customer service. The position works primarily in retail stores, customer locations, warehouse facilities, and other field environments. It involves frequent travel throughout the assigned territory, variable temperatures and conditions, and typically moderate noise with occasional higher noise levels. The role regularly involves standing, walking, reaching, bending, lifting, and moving; lifting or moving up to 25 pounds frequently; and occasionally moving up to 250 pounds with equipment. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be at least 21 years of age.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Proof of automobile insurance; SR-22 is not accepted.
Reliable transportation.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including frequent lifting or moving up to 25 pounds and occasional movement of up to 250 pounds using equipment.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of sales, merchandising, customer service, distribution, or related experience.
Beverage sales or merchandising experience.
Knowledge of the local market and retail environment.
Experience in beverage distribution, consumer packaged goods, or wholesale distribution.
Experience building customer relationships and driving sales results.

Responsibilities

Provide sales and route coverage during vacations, absences, and other business needs within assigned territories.
Develop knowledge of company brands and competitive products to support sales growth.
Conduct sales and follow-up calls to customers and prospects; present products, answer questions, overcome objections, and secure orders.
Use pricing tools and promotions to maximize account performance.
Help secure displays, promotions, and merchandising opportunities.
Execute company merchandising standards at retail accounts; build, replenish, and maintain displays to maximize visibility.
Use point-of-sale materials and promotional features effectively, and support shelf management, cold box execution, and display placement initiatives.
Ensure products are properly stocked, rotated, faced, and presented at appropriate inventory levels.
Maintain positive relationships with retail customers and respond promptly to requests and service needs.
Rotate, clean, and organize products to maintain quality standards.
Represent The Odom Corporation professionally in customer interactions and maintain a professional appearance and conduct.
Maintain accurate order information and sales documentation.
Follow company policies, procedures, and safety requirements; safely operate company equipment, including pallet jacks and hand carts.
Promote a safe work environment and identify opportunities to improve service, merchandising execution, and sales performance.
Support additional sales activities as assigned and contribute to accountability, teamwork, and customer satisfaction.