Sales Apprentice; Premise Company Car

About United United is the largest beverage alcohol wholesaler in both Georgia and Alabama. With two members of the fourth generation of the Hertz family involved in leadership roles, United is one of the 2-3% of family businesses that are able to successfully transition beyond the third generation. The Hertz family remains focused on growth, leveraging its most distinct market advantages in order to maintain its upward momentum.

Its talented and innovative team of sales representatives and brand builders has the unique ability to recognize synergies between all three categories of alcohol, making it possible for United to grow its product portfolio and business successfully in Georgia and beyond.

Want to get in on the fun…We’d love to have you!

The primary responsibility of a United On-Premise Sales Apprentice is learning the role of a United Sales Representative. The role focuses on learning United’s portfolio and learning United’s go-to-market strategy for effective selling. An On-Premise Sales Apprentice works closely with his or her manager to learn how to sell, how to manage marketing material within customers, perform sales deliveries, and how to use any and all of United’s technology systems.

The Sales Apprentice runs vacation routes for fellow Sales Representatives in order to practice these skills in the market. 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.

Must be 21 years or older

High school or vocational school diploma or GED equivalent required1-3 years of sales experience preferred

Restaurant/Bar/Industry experience preferred

Ability to secure and maintain a State Alcohol Sales Permit in accordance with state law Valid driver’s license in the applicable state

State minimum auto-liability insurance

Acceptable driving record

Ability to maintain these minimum administrative driving requirements throughout employment

Responsibilities:

Learn all facets of the United sales representative role Drive to all call points

Run vacation routes for sales team members

Complete tap handle surveys for specific customers

Perform sales deliveries to customers

Sell United’s products to maintain and increase United’s market share

Sell new items and programs

Use Encompass to bill orders and run sales reports

Build positive relationships with customers, United’s sales teams, and United’s delivery associates

Increase product knowledge with customers

Host product tastings to place new items in customers

Build sales presentations, pricing sheets, and tasting notes for customers to complement the sale of new items

Manage marketing within customers including point of sales material, displays, and brand development promotions when applicable

Help customers build and update menus

Conduct staff training on new products

Host beer, wine, and spirits dinners in customers

Work some extended hours and some weekends as needed

Perform other duties as assigned

Competencies:

Decision Making Plan and Organize Customer Focus Professionalism Flexibility Communication Relationship  Building Positive Attitude Stress Management Conflict Resolution Critical

Skills:

Time management

Selling skills

Quality Control Product Knowledge Proficient in use of Microsoft Office and other technology

Able to read, write, and perform business math computations

Excellent verbal communication skills

Strong attention to detail

Strong collaboration skills

Strong organizational skills with a proven ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time in order to meet frequently changing deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Results-driven (performance)
Material Control

Working Conditions:

Able to maintain very high proficiency and…