Large-Format Beverage Sales Specialist

Columbia Distributing; Lacey (WA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

Columbia Distributing seeks Large Format Sales Representatives to drive beer and beverage sales across South Sound and Tumwater markets. You will manage territory plans, secure new accounts and support existing customers through merchandising, training and account development.

The role requires a high school diploma, 2+ years beverage sales experience, a valid driver’s license, CSP training at hire with Cicerone level 1 within 1 year, and local travel.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Sales experience in beverage industry required.
• CSP training certification required at hiring; Cicerone level 1 within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Manage inventory expenses per policy.
• Interact respectfully with internal departments, suppliers and customers.
• Support rotating and merchandising of product.
• Complete required training to improve performance.
• Maintain knowledge of beer, non-alcoholic beverages, food journals and trends.
• Create opportunities and develop programs for customers.
• Submit reports, preplans, trackers, surveys and expense reports by due date.
• Sell the Columbia Distributing portfolio in all assigned accounts.
• Aim for visibility in accounts equal to or greater than competitors.
• Increase distribution of core brands over baseline throughout the year.
• Maintain retail standards including stock levels, pricing, and displays.
• Achieve sales and distribution goals per plans and initiatives.

Skills

Industry knowledge

MS Office

Communication skills

Organization & time mgmt

Relationship building

Education

HS diploma or GED

Sales Fundamentals (CSP)

Cicerone level 1

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Columbia Distributing seeks Large Format Sales Representatives to drive beer and beverage sales across South Sound and Tumwater markets. You will manage territory plans, secure new accounts and support existing customers through merchandising, training and account development.

The role requires a high school diploma, 2+ years beverage sales experience, a valid driver’s license, CSP training at hire with Cicerone level 1 within 1 year, and local travel.