Sales Representative

Jobtailor; Town of Cumberland (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Wisconsin seeks an Account/Sales Associate to manage accounts, cover routes, and drive beverage promotions. You will visit accounts, present new products, train staff on priority brands, and ensure inventory and compliance across the field.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent, 2+ years in sales, strong communication, and multitasking ability. Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are needed; on-site work in a fast-paced environment is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent training/experience.
• At least 2 years in Sales.
• Proficient in MS Office and presentation software.
• Strong verbal and written communication with diplomacy.
• Customer service oriented.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Analytic and reporting capabilities.
• Good judgement and problem solving.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume team.

Responsibilities

• Call on accounts and cover daily routes using an established pattern.
• Analyze the account base, visit accounts, identify opportunities, complete surveys, and ensure compliance.
• Prepare and deliver sales presentations covering products, placements, and promotions.
• Maintain product levels by inventory and restocking where allowed.
• Educate account staff on priority brands through training seminars.
• Manage receivables by processing credits/returns and aging items.
• Service accounts by delivering products and handling issues.
• Achieve sales/merchandising objectives including distribution and activity goals.
• Plan against objectives using pricing and historical purchase data.
• Monitor inventory and alert management to demand changes.
• Maintain brand visibility using current POS materials.
• Collect and deliver checks/remittance where allowed.
• Develop opening orders for new accounts with Field Sales Manager.
• Participate in supplier work-with calls and sales blitzes.
• Conduct safe interactions with the public handling beverages.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Analytic & reporting

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Presentation software

Job description

• Call on accounts and cover daily routes using an established and efficient routing pattern
• Analyze the account base, visit accounts, identify opportunities, complete surveys, and ensure national account compliance
• Prepare and deliver sales presentations covering new products, placements, resets, drink and wine lists, and promotions
• Maintain product levels by taking inventory and restocking shelves where legally permissible
• Educate account staff on priority brands through training seminars
• Manage account receivables by processing credits and returns and communicating about aged receivables
• Service accounts by delivering products in extenuating circumstances and handling or escalating customer issues
• Achieve sales and merchandising objectives, including supplier brand distribution, volume, and activity goals
• Plan against objectives using pricing, product programming, and historical account purchase information
• Monitor inventory and out-of-stock situations and alert management to demand fluctuations
• Maintain brand visibility and account standards using current point-of-sale materials
• Collect and deliver checks or other remittance where legally permissible
• Develop opening orders for new accounts with the Field Sales Manager
• Participate in supplier work‑with sales calls and sales blitzes
• Conduct safe and responsible interactions with the public while handling beverage alcohol products
• Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related field and/or equivalent training and work experience
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in Sales
• Basic PC skills using MS Office and other various computer programs including presentation software
• Results-oriented professional with verbal/written communication skills using diplomacy and discretion
• Customer service skills
• Ability to multi-task, work independently and/or within a team, pay attention to detail and meet deadlines
• Analytic and Reporting skills
• Sound judgement and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume, team environment
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License
• Must have reliable transportation and proof of auto insurance
• Ability to remain in a stationary position at times, communicate, and operate a computer and telephone
• Ability to reach overhead, squat and bend
• Ability to carry and lift 45–65 pounds

Core Competencies

Demonstrates strong sales acumen with a focus on account management, customer service, and effective communication. Proficient in inventory management and capable of analyzing account data to drive sales performance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Bachelor's Degree
• 2 Years Sales Experience
• Customer Service Skills
• Analytic and Reporting Skills
• Valid Driver's License

Hard Skills

• Sales Presentations
• Inventory Management
• Account Compliance
• Merchandising Objectives
• Product Programming

Soft Skills

• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication
• Problem-Solving Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Multi-Tasking

Industry Keywords

• Account Management
• Supplier Brand Distribution
• Customer Issues
• Beverage Alcohol Products
• Point-of-Sale Materials

Tools & Technologies

• MS Office
• Presentation Software