COLUMBUS ACCOUNT MANAGER ASSISTANT

Columbus Distributing Company; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Volunteer Time

Job summary

Columbus Distributing Company is seeking a full-time Sales Representative in Columbus, OH to drive growth for beer brands across on- and off-premise accounts. You will manage accounts, execute promotions, and develop annual plans while staying informed on market trends and pricing.

A strong background in beverage sales and relationship-building is essential. Candidates should have at least a high school diploma with 2+ years in sales or related roles; proficiency in MS Office and sales tools is

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of sales, customer service, account management, or beverage industry experience preferred.
• Beverage/CPG/retail sales experience preferred but not required.
• Strong knowledge of retail sales initiatives, category management, and information-based selling.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with sales software and mobile sales tools.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales growth and increase market share within key on- and off-premise chain accounts.
• Provide comprehensive account management, including sell-in programs and brand promotions.
• Contribute to the development and management of annual account plans.
• Promote and sell company beer brands and educate accounts on market trends and new products.
• Service all accounts to ensure support and territory growth.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with customers and stakeholders.
• Attend sales meetings to stay informed on updates and industry trends.
• Monitor and ensure correct product pricing.
• Execute merchandising activities and promotions.

Skills

Excellent communication

Negotiation

Relationship-building

Sales forecasting

Analytical skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree (Business/Marketing/Sales/Finance)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Columbus 4949 - Columbus, OH 43229Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $21.01Job Category: Sales

Responsibilities

• Drive sales growth and increase market share within key on- and off-premise chain accounts
• Provide comprehensive account management, including sell-in programs and brand promotions
• Contribute to the development and management of annual account plans
• Promote and sell company beer brands while also education accounts on market trends and new products
• Have prior industry experience in the beer or wine industry
• Service all accounts to ensure support and territory growth
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with customers and key stakeholders
• Attend sales meetings to stay informed on updates and industry trends
• Monitor and ensure correct product pricing
• Execute merchandising activities, such as placement of promotional signage and displays
• Rotate inventory to maintain freshness with first-in, first-out (FIFO) standards
• Process and submit account sales via iPad
• Ensure optimal shelf placement and product visibility for our products

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Sales, Finance, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of sales, customer service, account management, or beverage industry experience preferred.
• Beverage, consumer packaged goods (CPG), or retail sales experience preferred but not required.
• Basic knowledge of retail sales initiatives, including category management and information-based selling.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret sales data and make informed business recommendations.
• Experience with syndicated data, sales reporting software, and sales performance metrics preferred.
• Working knowledge of sales, merchandising, and marketing principles.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook; experience with sales technology and mobile sales applications preferred.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record and the ability to travel throughout the assigned sales territory.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and maintain a high level of organization in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Fun, Friendly, Casual Workplace
• Medical, Dental(Company Paid) & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off & Company Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Plus, Additional Company Benefits