RTD & Seltzer Field Specialist (Brand Development)

About the role

Great Lakes Wine & Spirits is Michigan's Largest Alcoholic Beverage Wholesaler, servicing all 83 Michigan counties. Founded as a family business nearly 80 years ago, the tradition of good business principles has remained the cornerstone of Great Lakes Wine & Spirits success. The company continues to grow as it seeks an RTD & Seltzer Field Specialist for its Brand Development Sales Team, servicing multiple accounts in the Grand Rapids area.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Selling, servicing, developing, and growing the GLWAS portfolio of ready-to-drink products within retail partners throughout all divisions of the company - Retail Chain, Retail Independent, and On-Premises accounts.
• Providing a phenomenal experience into both sales and the adult beverage industry with a strong RTD Seltzer portfolio and a winning team culture.
• Reporting directly to a team leader who assists, mentors, and sharpens team skills.

Work Schedule

This is a full-time position with a flexible schedule Monday through Friday. Evening and weekend hours may be required based on holiday schedules and business needs.

Work Environment & Physical Demands

• Operates in the field with daily travel, driving in all weather conditions.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, stooping, and climbing throughout the day.
• Lifting, stacking, moving, and rotating items without handles that weigh up to 50 pounds.
• Pushing and pulling carts with up to 100 pounds of force.
• Operating warehouse equipment may be needed.

Pay & Benefits

• Base Salary: $40,000 (paid semi-monthly)
• $400 Monthly Car Allowance (non-taxed)
• Eligible for Tertile Bonuses and Incentives
• Vacation and Personal Time
• 6 Paid Holidays
• Competitive benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, Employee Assistance Programs, and Group Legal coverage.
• Buy-Up Life Insurance and Disability coverage available.
• Eligible for 401K enrollment upon date of hire.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum age of 21 years
• Bachelor's degree (preferred)
• Prior sales retail experience (preferred)
• Prior distribution industry experience (preferred)
• Basic competency with basic iOS devices
• Positive & Entrepreneurial Attitude
• A Success-Oriented, Competitive, and Creative Mindset
• Basic technical ability (Email / Excel / Text)
• Desire to learn and implement these learnings

Additional Requirements

• Adhere to the policies and procedures outlined in the employee policy manual and any applicable contracts, signed agreements, and work rules.
• Cooperate with all management and staff of GLWAS.
• Follow all MLCC rules and regulations, as they apply to the position.
• Use alcohol in a responsible manner when related to business activities.

Qualifications

• A valid driver's license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) is required for this position.
• All applicants will be subject to a driving record check as part of the interview process.
• Failure to maintain a satisfactory driving record may result in withdrawal of the employment offer or disciplinary action, up to and including termination, if employed.
• Full disclosure is required before a criminal history is investigated and will not constitute an automatic bar of employment. Factors such as the date of offense, seriousness and nature of the violation, rehabilitation, and the position applied for will be taken into account.

Conditions of Employment

• Offers of employment are conditional based upon completed satisfactory of pre-employment screenings, including a background check on a criminal record, physical evaluation, agility(lift) test, and drug screen.
• Full disclosure is required before a criminal history is investigated and will not constitute an automatic bar of employment. Factors such as the date of offense, seriousness and nature of the violation, rehabilitation, and the position applied for will be taken into account.