Account Sales Trainee

Matador Distributing LLC; Round Rock (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Company-paid life insurance

Paid time off

Paid company holidays

Job summary

Matador Distributing LLC in Round Rock, TX invites applications for an Account Sales Trainee. This training role supports sales initiatives and provides route coverage for the Account Sales Manager during vacations, illness, or special projects.

You will maintain customer relationships across sales, merchandising and operations for both large and small format off-premise stores, while upholding company standards and safety requirements in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong problem solving and mathematical skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Strong sense of urgency and commitment.
• Ability to act with integrity and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Train with the Account Sales Managers (ASMs) and cover their routes as needed.
• Operate company-owned vehicles according to applicable state and federal transportation laws.
• Maintain signed invoices, bills, and other required paperwork.
• Deliver documentation to appropriate staff when delivery is complete.
• Monitor competitor activities, including new product launches and price reductions.
• Achieve monthly KPIs for: sales, distribution, pricing, display, new accounts, and merchandising.
• Maintain a high level of communication across the team.
• Ensure all company equipment is clean and in good working order.
• Build and protect the company brand.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal/written comms

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem solving

Prioritization

Urgency & commitment

Integrity & professionalism

Education

High school diploma

Background check & drug screening

DOT certification eligibility

Prior sales experience

Beverage market knowledge

Job description

Purpose Of This Job

This is a training role that is made to prepare the Account Sales Trainee for the Account Sales Manager role. The role primarily is to support sales initiatives and provide route coverage for the ASM during vacation, sickness, injury or any special projects as needed. The AST will work with management to maintain customer relationships between sales, merchandising and operations for all large & small format “off premise” stores. The AST must effectively service all customers in a safe, productive and professional manner in compliance with company standards.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Train with the Account Sales Managers (ASMs) and cover their routes as needed.
• Operate company-owned vehicles according to applicable state and federal transportation laws.
• Maintain signed invoices, bills, and other required paperwork.
• Deliver documentation to appropriate staff when delivery is complete.
• Monitor competitor activities, including new product launches and price reductions.
• Achieve monthly KPI‘s for: sales, distribution, pricing, display, new accounts, and merchandising.
• Maintain a high level of communication across the team.
• Ensure all company equipment is clean and in good working order.
• Build and protect the company brand.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong problem solving and mathematical skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks.
• Strong sense of urgency and commitment.
• Ability to act with integrity and professionalism.

Education And Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Clear background and drug testing.
• Able to obtain or have a medical DOT certification
• Prior sales experience preferred.
• Knowledge of the beverage market preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Repeatedly lifting 10-25 pounds including overhead multiple times daily.
• Moving carts/dolly that weigh up to 75 pounds repeatedly on a daily basis.
• Pushing hand truck with up to 150 lbs. of weight on it multiple times daily.
• Prolonged periods of sitting while driving.
• Ability to stand and walk frequently.
• Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
• Work in both indoor and outdoor weather conditions.

Compensation/Benefits

• 401k with 4% company match.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company paid life insurance.
• Paid time off after introductory period.
• Paid company holidays.

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