Sales Representative (Off Premise) - IR Spirits (Baxley/Hazelhurst)

　　Job Details

　　Job Location

　　Vidalia - Vidalia, GA

　　Description

　　About United

　　United is the largest beverage alcohol wholesaler in both Georgia and Alabama. With two members of the fourth generation of the Hertz family involved in leadership roles, United is one of the 2-3% of family businesses that are able to successfully transition beyond the third generation. The Hertz family remains focused on growth, leveraging its most distinct market advantages in order to maintain its upward momentum. Its talented and innovative team of sales representatives and brand builders has the unique ability to recognize synergies between all three categories of alcohol, making it possible for United to grow its product portfolio and business successfully in Georgia and beyond.

　　Want to get in on the fun…We’d love to have you!

　　The primary responsibility of a Sales Representative is selling United products to customers in order to maintain and grow United’s market share.  A Sales Representative is knowledgeable about United’s portfolio and educates the customer while selling United products.  The Sales Representative manages marketing within accounts and uses United systems to bill orders, look at sales numbers, and track progress towards goals.  This position is perfect for a self-motivated, competitive individual who thrives in situations requiring a high level of collaboration, organization, interpersonal skills, and creativity.

　　Qualifications

　　Must be 21 years or older

　　High school or vocational school diploma or GED equivalent required

　　1-3 years of sales experience preferred

　　Valid driver’s license for applicable state

　　Valid auto liability insurance for applicable state

　　Ability to secure and maintain a State Alcohol Sales Permit in accordance with state laws

　　Responsibilities

　　Sell United products to maintain and increase United’s market share

　　Sell new items and programs, and increase product knowledge with customers

　　Use United systems daily to bill orders, run sales reports, track goal progress, etc.

　　Learn and maintain knowledge of United product portfolio

　　Build positive relationships with suppliers, customers, United sales teams, and United delivery associates

　　Complete supplier ride-along, when required

　　Manage marketing within accounts including point of sale material, displays, and brand development promotions when applicable

　　Run vacation routes for teammates, when required

　　Drive to all call points

　　Perform other duties as assigned

　　Competencies

　　Decision Making

　　Plan & Organize

　　Customer Focus

　　Professionalism

　　Flexibility

　　Communication

　　Interpersonal Skills

　　Problem Solving/Solution-Oriented

　　Critical Thinking

　　Collaboration

　　Conflict Resolution

　　Positive Attitude

　　Self-Motivated

　　Working As a Team

　　Willingness to Learn

　　Negotiation

　　Competitive

　　Critical Skills

　　Time management

　　Selling skills

　　Quality control

　　Product knowledge

　　Use of technology including Microsoft Office

　　Ability to become proficient in use of United software systems

　　Excellent verbal communication skills

　　Strong attention to detail

　　Strong collaboration skills

　　Strong organizational skills with a proven ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time in order to meet frequently changing deadlines in a fast-paced environment

　　Able to read, write, and perform business math computations

　　Results-driven (performance)

　　Material Control

　　Working Conditions

　　Able to maintain very high proficiency and job standards while working in a non-temperature controlled environment that includes exposure to heat, high humidity, and inclement weather

　　Able to work occasionally in refrigerated areas

　　Exposure to smoke and dust in certain accounts

　　Able to work in an environment with moderate to loud noise levels

　　Physical Requirements and Essential Functions

　　Regular, reliable attendance required

　　Must work some weekends and extended hours as needed

　　Able to drive a vehicle for extended periods of time

　　Able to talk and hear, stand and walk, sit, reach with arms and hands, lift and carry, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel

　　Able to perform greater than average lifting up to 50-65 lbs, with some overhead lifting required

　　Able to frequently climb or balance, stoop, kneel or crouch

　　Able to learn and maintain knowledge of company and products

　　Must have specific vision abilities that include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to judge distance