Wine & Spirits Sales Rep

Knoxville-Beverage-Company; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual and quarterly incentives

Car allowance

Company cell phone and tablet

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

401k with company match

Short/long term disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Knoxville Beverage Company seeks a Tailored Selections Sales Representative to grow the premium wine and spirits portfolio in Knoxville and nearby markets. You will service existing accounts, win new business, plan daily routes, and deliver high-level product knowledge to customers.

Ideal candidates have sales experience in the beverage industry, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to obtain a Tennessee ABC permit.

Qualifications

• Previous industry experience in sales is required.
• Some college preferred.
• Valid Driver's License with ability to meet company driving history requirements.
• Ability to obtain State of Tennessee ABC Wholesalers Representative permit

Responsibilities

• Serves existing accounts, obtains orders, and establishes new accounts by planning daily work schedule.
• Provides on- and off-premise customers with exceptional customer service and extensive product knowledge.
• Adjusts sales presentations to meet account needs and expectations.
• Attends tastings and wine dinners, and participates in supplier market visits.
• Comprehends and operates under state and local alcohol laws and regulations.
• Territory served: Knoxville and selected outer markets.

Skills

Sales experience

Product knowledge

Customer service

Driver's license

Education

Some college preferred

Job description

We are seeking a Tailored Selections Sales Representative to serve customers by selling products & meeting customer needs in a highly competitive market. The Tailored Selection’s portfolio focuses on imported wine, small production domestic wineries, and craft/small production distilleries with a focus on single malt scotches. The Tailored Selections sales team highlights these producers and adds another sales layer to ensure customers service.Duties include:Services existing accounts, obtains orders, and establish new accounts by planning and organizing daily work schedule to accommodate buyer’s schedules and geographical restrictionsProvides on and off premise customers with exceptional customer service and extensive product knowledgeAdjusts content of sales presentations to meet account’s needs and expectationsStays organized to complete numerous duties including product placement, pre-selling, and product planningEffectively communicate with customers in regards to vintages, price changes and product availabilityWorks with customer’s staff to build product knowledge and further wine and spirits educationAttends promotions, hosts tastings and wine dinners, and participates in supplier market visitsWorks as a team with Knoxville Beverage Sales RepresentativesComprehends and operates under state and local laws, rules, and regulations that pertain to alcohol salesTerritory served: Knoxville and selected outer marketsKnoxville Beverage Company is the largest wine and spirits distributor in the region. We owe our success to the philosophy of selling and marketing premium brands from innovative producers and suppliers, while also offering popular priced brands that afford consumers great value. Our vision for the future is to continue to seek premium brands while recognizing a need for value in the marketplace.Qualifications:Previous industry experience in sales is requiredSome college preferredValid Driver's License with ability to meet company driving history requirementsAbility to obtain State of Tennessee ABC Wholesalers Representative permitDrug and background checks requiredKnoxville Beverage Company offers a full benefit package including:Annual and quarterly incentives and bonusesCar allowanceCompany cell phone and tabletMedical, dental, and vision insurance starting 1st of the month after 30 days$150 monthly contribution to health savings account if enrolled in medical insurancePaid holidaysPaid time offCompany paid long term disability insuranceShort term disability insuranceCompany paid life insurance401k with 100% company match