Sales Associate - Kennewick, WA

Sales Associate

Sales Associates accomplish sales, merchandising and distribution goals by assisting the execution of business objectives and company initiatives. Key responsibilities include effectively selling, rotating and merchandising the Columbia Distributing portfolio in all assigned accounts. Provide route relief for Sales Representatives as scheduled. Interact respectfully and maintain dialogue with inter-company departments, suppliers and customers. Establish and maintain a high level of industry knowledge : beer, non-alcoholic, food journals, trends, market share, etc. Maintain appropriate themed programs to meet supplier and company standards. Submit all required reporting, preplans, trackers, surveys, market surveys (MVPs), expense report, mileage log, etc. by the required due date. Manage inventory expenses in accordance with company policy. Understand and assist with MVP Standards. Monitor competitive activity and communicate strategies.

Key competencies include a strong sense of accountability, general knowledge of industry products, excellent oral and written communication skills, ability to develop strong relationships with internal and external customers, and ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Work environment is indoors with frequent walking in customer accounts. Physical demands include lifting / carrying and pushing / pulling up to 50lbs, bending / stoop / crouch / squat / use arms / wrists / hands / grasp. Use of industry tools : hand truck, six wheeler, manual pallet jack, box cutter. Work indoors and outdoors. Driving required.

Position type / expected hours of work is full-time, days / hours of work vary, and may include weekends. Travel ability to travel throughout the day to customer accounts.

Required education and experience is a high school diploma or GED required, valid driver's license and auto insurance required; minimum of 21 years of age. Preferred education and experience is a bachelor's degree and 1 year of previous beverage industry sales experience.

Compensation is based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and specific location. Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan. Employees are also eligible for 80 hours of vacation every year and 7-8 days of paid holidays throughout the calendar year (depending on location). Hired applicant may be eligible for incentives / bonuses / annual bonuses.

Classification : Non-Exempt Reports to : District Manager Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability / Vets Benefits Paid Vacation and Sick Days Holiday Pay Competitive Health Insurance Plans 401(k) with company matching Short-Term Disability and More Benefits may not be available for positions covered under active CBA, seasonal, or part-time. AAP / EEO Statement Columbia Distributing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Re