Sales Trainee

Indiana Beverage • Valparaiso, IN

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Sales Trainee – Lake and Porter County. Starting Annual Salary: $50,000 with relevant experience. Join an Award-Winning Team in the Beverage Industry! Are you ready to be part of a dynamic, community-focused company with a long-standing tradition of excellence? At Indiana Beverage, we pride ourselves on our culture, service, and commitment to being one of the best in the business. We're looking for a motivated Sales Trainee to join our team and grow with us! Position Overview: Sales Trainee As a Sales Trainee, you’ll play a key role in selling, merchandising, and maintaining quality control across our extensive portfolio. You’ll work closely with on-premise and retail accounts to drive distribution and maximize sales performance. Territory & Ideal Candidate Primary territory: Lake and Porter County, IN (must live in Lake or Porter). Experience with on-premise accounts (bars, restaurants, venues) and/or retail accounts (grocery, liquor, supercenters) is highly preferred. Weekend and some holiday availability required. Occasional evening accessibility (for work events and to trouble shoot draft issues).

Requirements

• Previous sales experience preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)
• Math aptitude, strong communication skills, initiative
• Ability to work independently
• Must be 21+ with a valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Ability to pass background checks, drug screening, and obtain a Salesman Permit
• Physically able to lift/move up to 170 lbs. with or without a hand truck

Nice To Haves

• Experience with on-premise accounts (bars, restaurants, venues) and/or retail accounts (grocery, liquor, supercenters) is highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Represent our Core Values : Passion, Respect, Integrity, Commitment, and Excelling
• Build strong relationships with customers and consumers and provide tailored product recommendations
• Execute sales presentations and promotions using our “10 Steps to a Sales Call”
• Troubleshoot draft issues at on-premise accounts
• Monitor inventory, rotate stock, and ensure product freshness
• Assist with deliveries and collections as needed
• Attend team meetings, promotional events, and maintain company equipment

Benefits

• Mileage reimbursement
• Career advancement opportunities within our Sales Team
• medical, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, 401(k) (after 60 days)
• Paid time off (after 6 months)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED