On-Premise Pre-Sales Representative

Responsibilities

• Maximize sales of Eagle Distributing products in assigned accounts by increasing distribution, shelf space, displays, securing price points, draught taps, merchandising, etc.
• Regularly call on assigned retail accounts to sell volume, increase distribution, merchandise, monitor price and shelf space management.
• Build business relationships with retailers and present professional sales presentations using sales histories and other sales tools as needed to achieve account level objectives.
• Execute account level objectives including displays, taps, distribution goals, merchandising programs, shelf space, pricing, and promotional activities.
• Maintain published product freshness standards in assigned retail accounts by monitoring and rotating stocks.
• Use Mobility selling system at the “expert” level.
• Sell-in new placements. Merchandise with paper Point of Sale materials (P.O.S.), book permanent P.O.S.
• Increase shelf space and position for Eagle products. Introduce new brands and packages where appropriate.
• Work with the credit department to resolve credit issues including collecting past due balances.
• Maintain accurate retail inventories in Mobility handheld. Adjust build-to levels as needed using past sales history, changes in climate, competitive activity and special promotional activities.
• Complete training programs as required and maintain sales rep certification status.
• Serve as a mentor for Relief Sales Reps through coaching and training during ride-with's.
• Attend and participate in all required sales meetings.
• Participate in evening and weekend promotion activities as necessary.
• Perform any other tasks deemed necessary by Sales Management.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years of age and have a valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Strong customer service skills required.
• Good math skills and computer skills - Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word) preferred.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, set priorities, coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously and be attentive to details. Highly self-motivated and able to work hours as required.
• Lifting, bending, pulling and pushing required.

Work Experience Requirements

• Relief Sales Representative experience preferred.
• Prior beverage or consumer products sales experience.

Education Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED certificate required; a college degree preferred.

Compensation

$35,000 - $45,000 per year.

Benefits

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Contact Information

Eagle Distributing of Shreveport
Eagle Distributing of Shreveport is a locally owned beverage distributor serving nine parishes in Northwest LA.
Eagle Distributing is an equal opportunity employer.
Our mission is to lead with integrity…providing quality, service and profitability to our customers.
If you have what it takes to be a part of our team, we welcome your application.
Company Website: eaglebevsb.com