Now Hiring - Beer Capitol Distributing Co. - Sales Relief Representative - Independent Stores in Sussex, WI

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Join the Frank Beverage Group Family of Companies! Frank Beverage Group is a family-owned and operated beer, wine and spirits distributor who stands for quality, excellence & a classic yet transformational brand that our customers can count on year after year. We hire exceptional people who will lead & make learning part of their own career journey. From distribution to marketing, from sales to service, inspiration can be found in many of our career positions. Frank Beverage Group offers a great working environment & benefit programs to full time employees: * Great work and social environment * Paid Time-Off * Health Insurance * Dental Insurance * 401k Savings Plan * Company Paid Life, Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance * Flexible Spending Benefits * And more! Beer Capitol in Sussex, WI now hiring for a Sales Relief Representative - Independent Stores. The Sales Relief Representative supports off-premise sales representatives with merchandising and runs sales routes when sales representatives are unavailable by assisting with inventory management, submitting sales orders, answering questions about pricing and conducting surveys. Responsibilities: * Keeps up to date on customer credit status and is responsible for money collections on outstanding invoices. * Monitors and assists customers with inventory management (product availability, new product placement, stock rotation, seasonal changes, promotions, sales trends) * Introduces and sells new brands and packages * Conducts and tracks supplier surveys * Places and delivers hot shot orders to customer premises * Maintains basic knowledge of product portfolio and promotions - wine, spirit and/or beer * Participates actively in sales meetings and on-site trainings * Interacts respectfully and maintains communication with team members inter-company departments (merchandisers and delivery drivers) * Develops and maintains positive relationships with on and/or off-premise accounts; proactively establishes contact and respectfully interacts with customers * Communicates and maintains pricing and programming information * Learns area routes and runs sales routes when sales representatives are unavailable. Assists with inventory management, submits sales orders, answers questions about pricing and conducts surveys * Works on special projects, merchandises and works with other sales representative when route coverage is not needed * Coordinates coverage of vacation schedule for sales representatives Off Premise: * Merchandises and stocks product at each account * Utilizes and places point of sale materials and builds displays that meets company and supplier guidelines * Maintains an inventory of current POS and coupons in vehicle and applies rebates and coupons to packages and displays * Takes inventory and reorganizes back stocks, refills cold boxes, shelves, displays and dusts product as needed * Follows quality assurance standards, monitors product codes and maintains ongoing product rotation on all date sensitive products * Provides retail customers with directions to beer, wine or spirit products with assistance from store personnel * Works with category management to assist in resets * Suggests, utilizes, creates, places new and existing point of sale materials including LEDs, price promotions, and permanent signage Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: * Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing * Goal oriented, focused, and assertive * Ability to persuade and influence others * Basic math skills, able to calculate pricing and promotion to generate cost of goods * Informal presentation skills * Intermediate computer skills are required including MS Office * Attention to detail * Demonstrated ability to persevere and be adaptable * Strong time and project management skills * Adaptability and ability to assist a variety of internal customer groups and varying personality types on a daily basis; ability to work with challenging customers internally & externally * Good organizational skills and the ability to prioritize a varied workload * Ability to follow oral and written instructions * Proven customer service skills and the ability to develop and grow strong customer relationships * Wants to work hard while having fun * Knowledge of required steps of a sales call - PROFIT * Maintains basic knowledge of product portfolio and promotions - including wine, spirts and/or beer * Knowledge of supplier quality assurance standards * Basic eoStar knowledge, conduct inventory, navigate pricing, deal structures and submit orders Qualifications: * High School diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) required, Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred * Experience in related field (distribution, hospitality, supplier or beverage industry) is required * May need to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary * A valid driver's license, reliable transportation and proof of insurance is required * Ability to acquire and maintain necessary liquor salespersons permit * Required to be at least 18 years of age * Schedule flexibility, work hours may require early mornings, evenings and/or weekends * Live with-in or in close proximity of assigned territory (preferred) Physical Demands: * Must be able to lift, carry, push and pull up to 40 pounds on a regular basis; beer sales - up to 160 pounds on an occasional basis * Must be able to crouch, reach and grasp * Must be able to sit in a car for extended periods * Able to safely operate industry tools including pallet jack, power tools, box cutter and customer-specific equipment We offer a professional, safe and friendly work environment as well as a comprehensive benefits package and competitive pay structure. Frank Beverage Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer.