Relief Account Sales Rep

Northern Bottling Co.; Minot (ND); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary $55,000

Health, Dental & Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

HSA & FSA

Paid vacation, sick pay & holidays

Job summary

Northern Bottling Company is seeking a Relief Account Sales Representative to support multiple routes and customer accounts while ensuring product availability and strong merchandising execution. You will work with the Account Team to resolve pricing issues and deliver consistent customer service.

The role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move up to 220 lbs on carts. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Strong persuasive communication and negotiation skills.
• Analytical thinking with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide relief coverage for Account Sales Representatives.
• Maintain product availability and inventory on shelves and displays.
• Merchandise products per company standards and retailer rules.
• Collaborate with Account Team to resolve pricing issues and ensure store execution.
• Contribute input to marketing, brand, and packaging strategies.

Skills

Persuasive communication

Diplomatic negotiation

Analytical thinking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field (preferred)

Job description

Northern Bottling Company is seeking a Relief Account Sales Representative to join our team. In this role, you will serve as a key member of our sales team by providing coverage and support across multiple routes and customer accounts. You will ensure consistent customer service, product availability and merchandising execution.

We value our employees and offer a highly competitive total rewards package:

• Base salary of $55,000 per year
• We cover 100% of Health, Dental, and Vision insurance premiums.
• 401(k) with company match and company-paid Life Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Paid vacation, sick pay, & holiday pay

Key Responsibilities

• Provide relief coverage for Account Sales Representatives
• Maintain product availability and proper inventory levels on shelves, coolers, displays and backroom storage areas
• Merchandise products according to company standards, promotional programs, and retailer requirements
• Work closely with the 'Account Team' and Sales Management to resolve pricing issues, minimize product damage (PQI), and ensure seamless execution at the store level.
• Provide valuable input into the development of company marketing, brand, and packaging strategies.

Qualifications & Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field is preferred.
• Strong persuasive communication, diplomatic negotiation, and high-level analytical thinking.
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects with minimal supervision, and maintain a high attention to detail.
• Professional appearance, high integrity, and a 'customer-first' mindset.
• Ability to perform repetitive lifting of up to 50 lbs and pull loads (on carts) weighing up to 220 lbs.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License with acceptable motor vehicle record
• Willingness to be on call for customer assistance; occasional weekend work may be required.

Northern Bottling Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).