Sales Representative: Wine & Spirits

Quality Brands Distribution; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company contribution

Paid time off and holidays

Ongoing training and professional dev.

Career advancement opportunities

Supportive culture

Job summary

Quality Brands Distribution is seeking an outside sales professional in Sioux Falls, SD who will build strong relationships with retailers and licensed accounts. You will grow sales through consultative selling, present new wines and promotional programs, and expand distribution with displays and menu features.

The role emphasizes merchandising, identifying opportunities, and delivering excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Passion for building relationships and delivering customer service.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team.

Responsibilities

• Build relationships with retailers, restaurants, bars, and licensed accounts.
• Grow sales through consultative selling and strategic account management.
• Present new wines, spirits, and promotional programs.
• Expand product distribution with displays, shelf placements, and menus.
• Execute merchandising standards and supplier initiatives.
• Identify new business opportunities and grow existing customer relationships.
• Deliver exceptional customer service and become a trusted partner.

Skills

Relationship building

Customer service

Communication

Problem solving

Independent worker

Wine and spirits knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent sales experience

Job description

What You'll Do

• Building strong relationships with retailers, restaurants, bars, and licensed accounts
• Growing sales through consultative selling and strategic account management
• Presenting new wines, spirits, and promotional programs
• Expanding product distribution while securing displays, shelf placements, menu features, and promotional opportunities
• Executing merchandising standards and supplier initiatives
• Identifying new business opportunities while growing existing customer relationships
• Delivering exceptional customer service and becoming a trusted business partner
• Monitoring market trends and sharing insights that help customers succeed

What You'll Do

• Building strong relationships with retailers, restaurants, bars, and licensed accounts
• Growing sales through consultative selling and strategic account management
• Presenting new wines, spirits, and promotional programs
• Expanding product distribution while securing displays, shelf placements, menu features, and promotional opportunities
• Executing merchandising standards and supplier initiatives
• Identifying new business opportunities while growing existing customer relationships
• Delivering exceptional customer service and becoming a trusted business partner
• Monitoring market trends and sharing insights that help customers succeed

What We're Looking For

• Passionate about building relationships and delivering exceptional customer service
• Self-motivated, competitive, and results-driven
• Organized and able to manage multiple accounts and priorities
• An excellent communicator and problem solver
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating with a supportive team
• Excited about the wine and spirits industry and eager to continue learning

Previous outside sales, beverage, hospitality, retail, or consumer packaged goods experience is preferred but not required.

Compensation

We believe in rewarding performance while providing a strong foundation for success.

• Base Salary: $60,000-$65,000 + Incentives annually, based on experience and qualifications.
• Additional Earning Opportunities: Earn more through supplier-sponsored incentive programs, sales contests, and performance-based rewards throughout the year.
• Career Growth: As your territory grows and your performance delivers results, you'll have opportunities to increase your earning potential.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to travel throughout an assigned territory daily
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in retail and hospitality environments
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent sales experience preferred

Benefits Include

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Career advancement opportunities
• Supportive, family-oriented culture

If you're looking for more than just another sales job and want to build a career with a company that values its people as much as its customers, we'd love to hear from you.