Sales Consultant, On Premise-Southern RI

Johnson Brothers Liquor Company; North Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Brothers Liquor Company is seeking a Sales Consultant for the On-Premise Team in Southern Rhode Island. You will develop and deliver compelling sales presentations to restaurants, bars, and specialty stores, while preparing accurate quotes and timely orders.

The role requires 2–5 years in on-premise sales, excellent communication, and knowledge of the wholesale beverage industry. A High School degree is required; CSW/WSET preferred. Occasional night/weekend work may apply.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years industry experience in on-premise sales.
• High School degree required; CSW or WSET preferred.
• Strong oral communication and presentation skills.
• Knowledgeable of wholesale beverage industry and Fine Dining accounts.
• Must pass criminal background and MVR.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver sales presentations to restaurants, bars and venues.
• Prepare accurate quotes and process orders promptly.
• Resolve customer service issues effectively.
• Maintain and grow distribution in off-premise accounts.
• Achieve monthly program incentives, sales volume and distribution goals.
• Grow business in multi-level accounts across portfolio.
• Maximize customer potentials in assigned territory.
• Provide value-added services to boost sales.
• Stay up to date on company activities, industry trends and regulations.

Skills

Sales presentations

Quotes & orders

Customer service

Oral communication

Account development

Education

High School degree

CSW or WSET certification preferred

Job description

Johnson Brothers, a national family-owned wine, spirits and beer distributor has been providing, exceptional service to our customers since 1953, representing the world's most famous brands in the beverage industry. We're currently looking to add a Sales Consultant to our On-Premise Team in Southern Rhode Island. The Sales Consultant is responsible for selling to restaurants, bars, and specialty stores within a specific area or major geographical region.

Job Description

• Develop and deliver sales presentations in a professional and effective manner
• Prepare accurate quotes for customers; submit accurate and timely orders for customers
• Facilitate resolution of customer service issues
• Maintain and develop new distribution in off-premise accounts
• Achieve monthly program incentives, sales volume and distribution goals
• Grow business in multi-level accounts selling diverse product portfolio
• Effectively manage and maximize customer potentials in assigned territory
• Provide value-added services to maximize sales
• Maintain up-to-date awareness of company activities, industry trends and government regulations

Job Requirements

• High School degree required; additional education preferred
• 2-5 years industry experience in on-premise sales strongly preferred
• Strong oral communication and presentation skills
• Knowledgeable of wholesale beverage industry, Fine Dining accounts and sales
• Knowledgeable of wine varietal and region
• Clean driving record required
• Must be able to lift 40-60 lbs. repeatedly
• Occasional night/ weekend work required
• CSW or WSET preferred
• Must pass criminal background and MVR

Johnson Brothers is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fair treatment and hiring based on qualifications. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, or any other protected status under applicable laws.

Worker Sub-Type: Regular Time Type: Full time

Johnson Brothers is a third-generation, family-owned wine, beer, and spirits distributor founded in 1953 by Lynn Johnson in Saint Paul, Minnesota. Guided by its founding values of work ethic, teamwork, excellence, innovation, passion, and integrity, the company partners with top-tier suppliers to deliver a world-class portfolio and exceptional service to customers across 25 states. The company was recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Most Trustworthy Companies for three consecutive years (2023-2025).

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