Beverage Territory Sales Representative

Columbia Distributing; Tumwater (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

Columbia Distributing seeks Large Format Sales Representatives to drive beverage sales in our local markets. You will manage accounts, develop territory plans, merchandise products, and execute company initiatives to grow the portfolio.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in beverage sales, a HS diploma or GED, and a valid driver's license. CSP and Cicerone certifications are valued; a Bachelor's is preferred. This is a full-time role with local travel and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Sales Fundamentals incl. CSP training required at hiring; CSP training and certification desired.
• Cicerone level one required within one year of start date.
• Minimum two years of prior sales experience in beverage industry.
• Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory expenses in line with company policy.
• Interact respectfully with departments, suppliers and customers.
• Support rotating and merchandising of product.
• Complete required training to improve performance.
• Maintain knowledge of beer, non-alcoholic, food journals, trends and market share.
• Create opportunities and develop programs for customers.
• Submit reports, plans, trackers, surveys and other required documents by deadlines.
• Sell the Columbia Distributing portfolio in assigned accounts.
• Increase net core brand distribution beyond baseline.
• Maintain retail standards including stock levels, rotation, pricing and displays.

Skills

Sales fundamentals

Customer relations

Territory management

MS Office proficiency

Communication skills

Time management

Relationship building

Industry knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

Sales CSP certification

Cicerone level I

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Columbia Distributing seeks Large Format Sales Representatives to drive beverage sales in our local markets. You will manage accounts, develop territory plans, merchandise products, and execute company initiatives to grow the portfolio.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in beverage sales, a HS diploma or GED, and a valid driver's license. CSP and Cicerone certifications are valued; a Bachelor's is preferred. This is a full-time role with local travel and competitive benefits.