Job description

Would you like to begin a career in outside sales?

Do you have a passion for beer and wine?

Are you not afraid of hard work in a fast paced environment?

If so, you may be an ideal candidate for our Associate Sales Rep opening.

Craig Stein Beverage is a 31 year old Beverage Distribution Company operating in ID, WA, OR, and WY. We are looking for a full time Associate Sales Rep to support sales operations in our Boise, ID market. The Associate Sales Rep position is our junior sales position. This role is the bridge to be promoted to a full-time Sales Representative position.

This person would be responsible for supporting 4-5 sales representatives in an assigned territory, running vacation routes calling on customers, helping sales representatives on busy days, building displays, setting up events, hanging point of sale materials, and many other tasks assigned in your territory. A reliable vehicle is required for this position. A monthly vehicle stipend and gas card are provided.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Position is assigned to a District Manager Team to assist Sales Reps and DM with building positive business relationships with retailers, supplier partners and internal personnel to grow market share in assigned territory.
• Responsibilities will include providing team support with vacation/holiday route relief sales, grow volume, new distribution, management of brand placements, point of sale and marketing with accounts, Summer event set up and tear down.
• Will learn and present sales presentations to assigned accounts using sales data, brand sales sheets, market information.
• Responsible for maintaining high level of quality assurance standards for all products by properly maintaining inventory levels and customer service.
• Introduction of new brands/packages to increase space for CSB products.
• Responsible for developing daily/weekly pre-plans and follow up with daily/weekly successes to your assigned District Manager to attain pre-set budget and market execution goals.
• Attend both DM Team and Sales Team meetings as scheduled.
• Responsible for any other task that is assigned by the District Manager or Director of Sales to assist you with your growth plan.
• Within 1 year of hire be Cicerone Beer Server Certified and complete Gallo Gateway training.

Qualifications and Skills

• Must have a valid drivers license with 4 or less points on MVR.
• Must pass physical capabilities testing, background check, driving record check, and drug test prior to employment.
• High School Diploma or GED certificate. Bachelor degree is preferred.
• Minimum (2) years merchandising in beverage industry and/or minimum (1) year sales experience preferred.
• Self-Motivated and high energy level to be able to handle a fast-changing environment.
• Ability to set priorities, highly organized and attentive to detail.
• Possess high customer service skills and ability to work with others in a positive manner to resolve issues in a professional manner.
• Physical requirements: Ability to lift products up to 150lbs (i.e. keg) and possible repetitive lifting moving back stock, building displays and hanging of point of sale.
• Ability to work in a team environment, have strong communication/interpersonal skills, have a positive team player attitude and be coachable.
• Be willing to work flexible hours if needed to include nights, weekends and sometimes during holidays.

Compensation and Benefits

• $16.50/hour, monthly vehicle allowance, $200 monthly performance incentive
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Holidays, Sick Time, and Vacation(Waiting periods apply)
• 401K with employer match
• Employee discounts on products

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $16.50 per hour