SALES TRAINEE - North Lake County

INDIANA BEVERAGE, INC; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Indiana Beverage, a leading company in the beverage industry, as a Sales Trainee. You'll be responsible for selling and merchandising while focusing on key relationships in North Lake County. Ideal candidates are motivated individuals with a high school diploma and experience in sales, ready to advance within the company.

Benefits

Mileage reimbursement

Career advancement opportunities

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off after 6 months

Qualifications

• Experience with on-premise accounts preferred.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
• Must be 21+ with a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Drive distribution and maximize sales performance.
• Build relationships with customers and provide product recommendations.
• Monitor inventory and ensure product freshness.

Skills

Communication

Math aptitude

Initiative

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Join an Award-Winning Team in the Beverage Industry!

Are you ready to be part of a dynamic, community-focused company with a long-standing tradition of excellence? At Indiana Beverage, we pride ourselves on our culture, service, and commitment to being one of the best in the business. We're looking for a motivated Sales Trainee to join our team and grow with us!

Position Overview: Sales Trainee

As a Sales Trainee, you’ll play a key role in selling, merchandising, and maintaining quality control across our extensive portfolio. You’ll work closely with on-premise and retail accounts to drive distribution and maximize sales performance.

Territory & Ideal Candidate

• Primary territory: North Lake County, IN
• Ideal candidates live in or near Hammond, East Chicago, or Whiting
• Experience with on-premise accounts (bars, restaurants, venues) and retail is preferred
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus
• Weekend and some holiday availability required
• Occasional evening accessibility (for work events and to trouble shoot draft issues)
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting annual salary: $40,000 - $45,000 depending on experience
• Mileage reimbursement
• Career advancement opportunities within our Sales Team
• Benefits after 60 days: medical, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, 401(k)
• Paid time off after 6 months
  
  

Why Indiana Beverage?

• Family-owned and operated since 1939
• Serving Northern Indiana with a diverse portfolio of over 2,000 brands
• Rapidly growing non-alcoholic division (NAs, energy drinks, hydration beverages)
• A culture built on teamwork, tradition, and success
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Represent our Core Values: Passion, Respect, Integrity, Commitment, and Excelling
• Build strong relationships with customers and consumers and provide tailored product recommendations
• Execute sales presentations and promotions using our “10 Steps to a Sales Call”
• Troubleshoot draft issues at on-premise accounts
• Monitor inventory, rotate stock, and ensure product freshness
• Assist with deliveries and collections as needed
• Attend team meetings, promotional events, and maintain company equipment
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Previous sales experience preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office)
• Math aptitude, strong communication skills, initiative
• Ability to work independently
• Must be 21+ with a valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Ability to pass background checks, drug screening, and obtain a Salesman Permit
• Physically able to lift/move up to 170 lbs. with or without a hand truck
  
  

Work Environment

This is a field-based role requiring travel to customer locations in all weather and traffic conditions. You’ll use standard tools like iPads, iPhones, and computers to manage your accounts.

Ready to Apply?

To be considered, please submit a complete application. Join a fast-paced, successful company where your hard work is recognized and rewarded!

For more information about Indiana Beverage, visit www.indianabev.com

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Internship

Employment type

• Employment type

  Other

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Food & Beverages

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