Wine & Spirits Territory Sales Pro

Northeast Sales And Skyland Distributing Group; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Skyland Distributing Company Inc. is seeking Wine & Spirits Sales Representatives to meet monthly and annual sales targets, sell our portfolio, and manage territory and accounts in Asheville, NC.

Responsibilities include product placement, promotions, and inventory management to maximize retailer profitability. You will build relationships with buyers and account owners, deliver compelling presentations, and coordinate tastings and staff training with supplier partners, while upholding

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college education + 2 years of prior sales experience preferred.
• A general understanding and interest in wine, beer, and spirits.
• A desire to build lasting relationships with buyers and account owners.
• Be familiar with current technology and programs Apple devices (iPad), Google and Microsoft Office programs.
• Must be driven and results oriented with excellent verbal and written skills, able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excel in an unsupervised environment and work well in a team when needed.

Responsibilities

• Setting a daily pre plan to achieve distribution and sales goals.
• Make sales calls on current accounts and identify potential new customers.
• Prepare and deliver professional sales presentations to store owners, buyers, and specialty consultants.
• Keep consistent records of sales calls and document follow-up opportunities.
• Maintain inventory levels and suggest margin and gross profit opportunities for retailers.
• Achieve sales distribution, volume, and priority goals in line with distributor and supplier agreements.
• Ensure brands are displayed in high visibility locations within accounts per brand standards.
• Stock displays and shelves where permitted by law.
• Educate account personnel on new and existing products.
• Schedule in-store promotions, tastings, demos, and staff training.
• Coordinate special deliveries, new account openings, and account closings.

Skills

Sales experience

Account management

Verbal & written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College education + 2 years of sales experience preferred

Job description

Skyland Distributing Company Inc. is seeking Wine & Spirits Sales Representatives to meet monthly and annual sales targets, sell our portfolio, and manage territory and accounts in Asheville, NC.

Responsibilities include product placement, promotions, and inventory management to maximize retailer profitability. You will build relationships with buyers and account owners, deliver compelling presentations, and coordinate tastings and staff training with supplier partners, while upholding