Associate Sales Representative - Fairfield (Connecticut)

Martignetti Corp.; Fairfield (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K plan

Employee discounts

Job summary

A leading beverage distribution company in Connecticut is seeking a motivated Sales Representative to build brands and expand their distribution portfolio. The ideal candidate will excel in maintaining customer relationships and achieving sales goals. Applicants should have excellent communication and time management skills, with prior experience in sales being a plus. The role requires frequent travel within the territory and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds. Competitive benefits include generous paid time off and comprehensive insurance.

Qualifications

• Highly motivated with a strong passion for sales.
• Energetic individual with a desire to work hard.
• Must have time-management skills and drive.
• Previous experience in wine and spirits is beneficial.
• Experience in restaurant and/or retail outlets a plus.
• Must have a valid Connecticut driver’s license and vehicle registration.

Responsibilities

• Build new brands and expand distribution across the portfolio.
• Maintain relationships with accounts to ensure high customer satisfaction.
• Analyze client situations and create effective solutions.
• Reach sales and placement goals in territory.
• Attending weekly general sales meetings at Martignetti’s Connecticut location
• Reaching sales and placement goals
• Working with the Merchandising and Graphics departments to effectively leverage marketing and Point of Sales material to increase sales
• Other duties may be assigned as required

Skills

Motivated and results-driven

Excellent time-management

Strong communication skills

Relationship building

Time management

Communication skills

Restaurant/retail experience

Job description

Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities Included

• Building new brands and expanding distribution across Martignetti’s portfolio
• Visiting open accounts and covering routes when sales reps are on vacation or unavailable
• Building and maintaining active and close relationships with accounts in territory to provide the highest level of customer service satisfaction
• Analyzing a client’s current situation, creating an effective solution, and being determined to see it through
• Attending weekly general sales meetings at Martignetti’s Connecticut location
• Reaching sales and placement goals
• Working with the Merchandising and Graphics departments to effectively leverage marketing and Point of Sales material to increase sales
• Other duties may be assigned as required

Physical Demands

• Occasional physical exertion including the regular lifting of objects weighing up to 25 pounds and the occasional lifting of objects weighing up to 40 pounds
• Work requires frequent standing or walking throughout the work day
• Work requires considerable mental concentration to effectively execute complex tasks requiring periods of focused mental and visual concentration
• Work requires travel and exposure to weather conditions while visiting customers, prospects or vendors
• Potential for accidents due to over the road travel including traffic accidents, delivery of goods or the set up of displays

Requirements

• Highly motivated, results-driven individual with a strong passion for sales
• Energetic, relationship builder with an innate desire to work hard
• Previous knowledge in wine and spirits is beneficial but not required
• Excellent time-management and communication skills
• Experience in restaurant and/or retail outlets a plus
• Must have a valid Connecticut driver’s license and vehicle registration

Martignetti Companies prides itself on being a company where you can bring your best self to work every day. We strive to be an employer of choice where everyone feels that they belong. We do so by acting on our commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion and offering a substantial benefits package that includes generous paid time off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a comprehensive 401K plan, and employee discounts. All are welcome to apply to work for a company that truly believes its employees are its greatest asset!

Martignetti Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal and local laws. In addition to federal law requirements, Martignetti Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

We are hiring directly for this position. Please, no calls from third-party staffing agencies. Thank you!

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NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization