Team Lead, Small Format

Hensley Beverage Company•Chandler, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Hensley Beverage Company is a multi-generational, family-owned, local Arizona beverage wholesaler that distributes a wide portfolio of beverages, including Anheuser-Busch InBev (ABI) beers, top selling local and regional craft beers, premium non-alcohol beverages, and an extensive assortment of award-winning fine wines and spirits. We maintain a fine lineup of world-class products, and even more importantly, a strong team of world-class people. This position supervises the performance & growth of the Team's Sales Reps. Ensure accurate communication flows consistently to & from our suppliers, retailers and internal departments.

Requirements

Ability to read and write routine reports. Able to speak effectively with manager, customers, fellow employees and groups
Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Interpret a variety of instructions in written and oral form
Frequently required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds
Assists in managing employees by directing, coaching, and evaluating all Reps
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Hensleys policies and applicable laws
Training and coaching of employees, evaluating their performance, rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems
Ability to successfully clear Background check, drug test and/or Physical

Nice To Haves

Previous beverage industry experience helpful, but not necessary

Responsibilities

Supports Region/Segment Manager in monitoring Small Format employees and evaluating job performance
Trains Combo Sales Reps in “Full Book Selling”. Advises Sales Reps of Brand/SKU opportunities in their diverse markets
Maintains a positive relationship with Internal & external customers. Monitor execution of Hensley Sales objectives
Responds to all customer feedback (Both external & internal customers)
Monitor Brand/Pkg distribution, POS & retail presence. Ensure Brand/Pkg integrity is adhered to for all suppliers Hensley represents
Maintains communication with Branch Sales, Operations & Warehouse Teams
Studies and standardizes procedures to improve efficiency of Team members and issues written and oral instructions
Schedules & conducts regular meetings to ensure Sales Reps are informed on a regular basis
Monitor safe working conditions exist and procedures are being adhered to by our employees
Assists with running of sales routes when necessary