Off Premise Sales Representative
The primary responsibility of a United Off Premise Sales Representative is selling United products to customers in order to maintain and grow United's market share. An Off Premise Sales Representative is knowledgeable about United's portfolio and educates the customer while selling United products. The Off Premise Sales Representative manages marketing within accounts, holds tastings of products with customers in order to sell new items, and uses United systems to bill orders, look at sales numbers, and track progress towards goals. This position is perfect for a self-motivated, competitive individual who thrives in situations requiring a high level of collaboration, organization, interpersonal skills, and creativity.
Qualifications
Must be 21 years or older
High school or vocational school diploma or GED equivalent required
1-3 years of sales experience preferred
Restaurant / Bar / Industry experience preferred
Valid driver's license for applicable state
Valid auto liability insurance for applicable state
Ability to secure and maintain a State Alcohol Sales Permit in accordance with state laws
Responsibilities
- Sell United products to maintain and increase United's market share
- Sell new items and programs, and increase product knowledge with customers
- Use United systems daily to bill orders and run sales reports
- Learn and maintain knowledge of United product portfolio
- Build positive relationships with suppliers, customers, United sales teams, and United delivery associates
- Use United systems to track progress towards program / incentive goals
- Complete supplier ride along when necessary
- Host product tastings to place new items in accounts
- Build sales presentations, pricing sheets, and tasting notes for accounts to complement the sale of new items
- Manage marketing within accounts including point of sale materials and brand development promotions when applicable
- Complete quality audits for all accounts
- Work with United graphics department to design and print menus / features
- Assist in set up for events and festivals
- Assist customers in building and updating menus
- Conduct staff trainings on new products
- Host beer, wine, and spirits dinners in accounts
- Run vacation routes for teammate when required
- Drive to all call points
- Perform other duties as assigned
Competencies
Decision MakingPlan & OrganizeCustomer FocusProfessionalismFlexibilityCommunicationInterpersonal SkillsProblem Solving / Solution-OrientedCritical ThinkingCollaborationConflict ResolutionPositive AttitudeSelf-MotivatedCreativityWorking As a TeamWillingness to LearnNegotiationCompetitiveCritical Skills
Time managementSelling skillsCollaborates with othersProduct knowledgeProficient in Microsoft Office and other United technology useExcellent verbal communication skillsStrong attention to detailStrong communication and collaboration skillsStrong organizational skills with a proven ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time in order to meet frequently changing deadlines in a fast-paced environmentAble to read, write, and perform business math computationsResults-driven (performance)Material ControlWorking Conditions
Able to maintain very high proficiency and job standards while working in a non-temperature controlled environment that includes exposure to heat, high humidity, and inclement weatherAble to work occasionally in refrigerated areasExposure to smoke and dust in certain accountsAble to work in an environment with moderate to loud noise levelsPhysical Requirements and Essential Functions
Regular, reliable attendance requiredMust work some weekends and extended hours as neededAble to drive a vehicle for extended periods of timeAble to talk and hear, stand and walk, sit, reach with arms and hands, lift and carry, and use hands and fingers to handle or feelAble to perform greater than average lifting up to 50-65 lbs, with some overhead lifting requiredAble to frequently climb or balance, stoop, kneel or crouchAble to learn and maintain knowledge of company and productsMust have specific vision abilities that include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to judge distance