Assistant Sales Associate- North Bay/ Sonoma County

jacksonfamilywines; Santa Rosa (CA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Auto allowance

Company cell phone

Paid home internet

Expense account

Wine discounts

Job summary

Regal Wine Company is seeking an Assistant Sales Associate to support Account Sales Executives across California in key chain accounts. The role focuses on maintaining shelf distribution, introducing new products, and ensuring accurate pricing in displays and stores.

You will build displays, establish rapport with store personnel, and plan account activities with the District Manager. Occasional travel within CA is required, with potential growth into an Account Executive role as openings appear.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Valid driver’s license with clean record.
• Able to travel within California up to 6 times per year for education and training.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs and perform required movements.

Responsibilities

• Support Account Sales Executives in key chain accounts within the assigned district.
• Maintain 100% shelf distribution and introduce new items and direct store delivery products.
• Communicate pricing accurately on displays and in accounts.
• Build and merchandise displays and uphold Royal Wine Company merchandising standards.
• Develop rapport with store managers and liquor department personnel.
• Plan and previsit accounts, report back through preplans/recaps to District Manager.
• Attend team meetings and contribute to goal reviews and execution plans.
• Carry company cell phone and POS materials during work hours.
• Continue wine knowledge growth and sales skills development.
• Other duties as assigned by Royal District or Region Manager.

Job description

Position Title: Assistant Sales Associate – Royal Division

Department: Sales

Reports to: District Manager – Royal Division

Regal Wine Company; a luxury wine distributor, that provides exceptional service and encompasses a world class wine portfolio of authenticity and integrity. We take pride in our people and are committed to cross functional training and development of our employees for a long-term career within the organization.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities

• Assistant Sales Associate will support the Account Sales Executives in key chain accounts in assigned district
• Maintain 100% shelf distribution of all authorized items of each account and sell in new item distribution, direct store delivery items and new products
• Communicate current pricing information and ensure all pricing is correct on displays and in accounts
• Build and merchandise displays, fill shelves and cold boxes, and maintain Royal Wine Company merchandising standards
• Establish and maintain rapport with store managers, liquor department managers and other store personnel
• Prioritize and plan account activities by completing preplans and recaps to District Manager
• Attend and contribute to team meetings, participate in reviewing goals and develop execution plans
• Responsible for carrying company cell phone and point of sales materials in vehicle during work hours
• Continue to develop wine knowledge, business acumen and sales skills to increase professional acumen
• Other duties as to be assigned by Royal District or Region Manager

Job Requirements

• Candidate must be at least 21 years of age
• Must possess a current driver’s license; maintain current auto insurance coverage and a clean driving record
• Available to work early morning hours, Monday to Friday
• Transition into the Account Executive role once an opening becomes available, contingent on the fit of the territory
• Ability to travel within California up to 6 times per year, out of the territory, for education and training
• Able to repetitively lift a minimum of 50 lbs; be able to bend, squat, climb, kneel, twist and lift repetitively
• Candidate must be willing to reside within territory

Wage Transparency

Pay Range: $20.00 per hour

In addition to the hourly wage, the Assistant Sales Associate is eligible for a discretionary bonus, a $500 a month auto allowance, gas card for business, company issued cell phone, paid home internet (up to $50/month), expense account and other sales incentives.

Benefits

• Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Generous time off including vacation, holidays, and paid health time
• Paid volunteer time
• Learning & Development opportunities
• Modern Health virtual mental health & coaching visits
• Wine discounts!

Jackson Family Wines is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are based on merit and business needs.