Sales Representative – Signature Brands

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Southern Glazer’s Beverage Company of Massachusetts and Rhode Island is part of Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits, the world’s pre‑eminent distributor of beverage alcohol, proudly a multi‑generational, family‑owned company with operations in 47 states plus the District of Columbia, the Caribbean, and Canada. We offer an array of careers focused on delivering a captivating and rewarding experience. We challenge our colleagues every step of the way and provide them with tools to grow, succeed and accomplish their personal and professional goals.

Together, we can deliver the highest quality service to each of our customers and put you on the career path you’ve been looking for.

We are seeking a friendly and energetic Sales Representative to join our team in this exciting industry. As a Sales Representative, you will play a crucial role in increasing our market share and promoting our brands to new and existing customers. With your knowledge of the industry and excellent communication skills, you will help us maintain and grow our customer base, ensuring their satisfaction with our products.

• Build and maintain relationships with customers (bars, restaurants, liquor stores) providing exemplary service.
• Develop, present and promote sales strategies and activities (tastings / demonstrations) that showcase the features and quality of our products to meet sales objectives.
• Answer customers’ questions about products, pricing, availability and uses.
• Review customers’ credit status, collect monies owed and partner with the Credit department to ensure accounts remain in good standing.
• Participate in sales meetings, trainings and trade events to maintain product and supplier knowledge.
• Utilize Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) to create sell sheets and sales presentations.
• Maintain current knowledge of technology available to support selling and supplier strategies.

• Previous experience in alcohol sales, distribution, hospitality or supplier community preferred.
• Strong knowledge of wines, WSET or similar certifications preferred.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with the motivation to maintain a competitive market advantage.
• Bachelor degree in Business, Management, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to build and maintain customer relationships.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM software.
• Ability to analyze market data and identify trends and opportunities.
• Valid MA driver's license and vehicle registration.
• Willingness to travel to meet with customers.

• Ability to lift and carry 5 - 45+ lbs. cases of product on a repetitive basis, at times using a step ladder.
• Requires driving and/or traveling in extreme climatic conditions.
• Requires the following physical activities: reaching, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, feeling, repetitive motions, stooping, kneeling, crouching, talking, hearing and visual acuity.
• Capable of reading handwritten, typed or computer prepared data that is color or number coded, including monochrome and color computer display screens.
• Must be capable of effective oral communication, via telephone or face to face.
• Requires walking, standing, and sitting throughout the day.

Southern Glazer’s Beverage Company offers a commission based estimated annual salary with a range of $60,000 to $75,000. This salary is an average for this position. In determining a final offer, the company will evaluate a specific candidate’s education, skills and experience and will make an offer appropriately.

• Eligibility for the following benefits depends on employment status.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Harvard Pilgrim Medical insurance.
• Guardian Dental insurance.
• VSP vision insurance.
• Hyatt Legal Plans.
• Generous Paid Time Off.
• Paid Holidays.
• Company paid Long Term…