Beverage Sales Associate: Draft & Special Events

Columbia Distributing; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Distributing is seeking a Sales Associate - Draft and Special Events in Seattle to drive sales, execution and in-store presence. You will support account objectives, merchandise the portfolio, and ensure reliable collaboration with internal teams and suppliers.

The role requires a high school diploma (GED accepted), a valid driver's license, and willingness to travel within the region. Prior beverage sales experience is a plus, with opportunities for route relief and growth within the

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license and auto insurance required; Minimum of 21 years of age.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• 1 year of previous beverage industry sales experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Effectively sell, rotate and merchandise the Columbia Distributing portfolio in all assigned accounts.
• Provide route relief for Sales Representatives as scheduled.
• Interact respectfully and maintain dialogue with inter-company departments, suppliers and customers.
• Establish and maintain a high level of industry knowledge: beer, non-alcoholic, food journals, trends, market share, etc.
• Maintain appropriate themed programs to meet supplier and company standards.
• Submit all required reporting, preplans, trackers, surveys, market surveys (MVPs), expense report, mileage log, etc. by the required due date.
• Manage inventory expenses in accordance with company policy.
• Understand and assist with MVP Standards.
• Monitor competitive activity and communicate strategies.

Education

High School diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Columbia Distributing is seeking a Sales Associate - Draft and Special Events in Seattle to drive sales, execution and in-store presence. You will support account objectives, merchandise the portfolio, and ensure reliable collaboration with internal teams and suppliers.

The role requires a high school diploma (GED accepted), a valid driver's license, and willingness to travel within the region. Prior beverage sales experience is a plus, with opportunities for route relief and growth within the