Sales Associate - Red Bull - Olympia, WA

Sales Associate – Red Bull

Salary: $22–$22.50 per hour

Locations: Washington, United States (Chehalis, Olympia, other multiple locations)

Job : #26-223

Posted 2 days ago

Sales Associates are to accomplish sales, merchandising and distribution goals by assisting the execution of business objectives and company initiatives.

• Effectively sell, rotate and merchandise the Red Bull portfolio in all assigned accounts
• Accomplish sales and distribution goals by assisting the execution of business objectives and company initiatives
• Provide route relief for Sales Representatives as scheduled
• Manage inventory expenses in accordance with company policy
• Interact respectfully and maintain dialog with inter‑company departments, suppliers and customers
• Establish and maintain a high level of industry knowledge:
  Red Bull, CSDs, trends, market share, etc.
• Utilize Columbia University for Professional Education (CUPE) courses to improve effectiveness
• Monitor competitive activity and communicate strategies
• 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
• Understand and assist with MVP Standards
• Adhere to all state liquor laws and regulations
• Complete all other tasks or projects as assigned
• Demonstrate behaviors consistent with those of the Company's Core Values at all times

• General knowledge of industry products
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Bilingual preferred
• Effective organizational and time management skills
• Ability to develop strong relationships with internal and external customers

None

Work indoors with occasional outdoor work.

• Lift, carry, push, pull up to 165 lbs.
• Use arms, wrists, hands, grasp
• Must be proficient in the use of industry tools including hand truck, six‑wheeler, manual pallet jack, box cutter, etc.
• Must be able to drive and operate a vehicle

This is a full‑time position. Days and hours will vary.

• Valid driver's license and auto insurance required
• High School diploma or GED required
• Sales Fundamental (includes CSP training and certification) required upon hiring

• Minimum one (1) year previous industry experience preferred

• Actual compensation packages are 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 can enroll in our company's 401(k) 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.

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.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Please contact the Human Resources Dept. at (425) 251‑9300 or email if you have questions regarding reasonable accommodations.