Beverage Sales Associate: Route Relief & Merchandising

Columbia Distributing Company

Snohomish (WA)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 34,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Columbia Distributing Company in Snohomish, WA is seeking a Sales Associate to support sales, merchandising and distribution goals across assigned accounts. You will assist in route relief, maintain relationships with customers and suppliers, and stay informed about beer, non-alcoholic beverages, and market trends.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, valid driver's license, and the ability to travel within the day to customer accounts.

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED required.
Valid driver's license and auto insurance required.
Minimum age 21.
Preferred: 1 year beverage industry sales experience.

Responsibilities

Sell, rotate and merchandise the Columbia Distributing portfolio in accounts.
Provide route relief for Sales Representatives.
Interact respectfully with inter-company departments, suppliers and customers.
Establish and maintain knowledge of beer, non-alcoholic beverages, foods, trends and market share.
Maintain themed programs to meet supplier and company standards.
Submit required reporting, preplans, trackers, surveys and expense reports on time.
Manage inventory expenses per company policy.
Understand MVP standards and related activities.
Monitor competitive activity and communicate strategies.
Demonstrate accountability and strong customer relationships.
Work independently while managing multiple tasks and deadlines.