Sales Consultant- Kona
Women of the Vine & Spirits · Hilo, HI · 1 mo ago
$60k–$75k/yrFull-time
About the role
Johnson Brothers is a leading family-owned distributor of wine, spirits, and beer, delivering exceptional service since 1953. The Sales Consultant position services retail stores, managing an established sales territory primarily in the Kona area, with responsibilities covering selling, servicing, merchandising, administration, and accounts receivable.
Responsibilities
- Territory Management: Ensure consistent customer contact; properly plan and execute sales initiatives; handle all customer‑related issues promptly and friendly.
- Selling: Full understanding of products and pricing schedules; make effective sales presentations; achieve company objectives and grow business; identify and nurture new accounts.
- Merchandising: Use all available POS to enhance selling efforts; focus on merchandising basics such as display size and location, shelf position and standards, cold boxes, counters, windows, and any consumer‑impact areas.
- Servicing: Follow necessary steps when making sales calls; perform reliable inventory checks and communicate to minimize order mistakes; properly rotate products on shelves, cold boxes, displays, etc.
- Administration: Adhere to all company policies and procedures; handle all paperwork issues properly and timely.
Qualifications
- BA/BS college degree or related industry experience.
- Prior route sales experience (highly preferred).
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Goals and results driven.
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
- Reliable transportation and proof of insurance.
- Local candidates preferred (no relocation package).
- Must pass criminal background and MVR check.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health benefits: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, health savings and flexible spending accounts.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Short‑term disability coverage.
- Company‑paid long‑term disability insurance.
- Generous paid time off (PTO) plans.
- Paid parental leave.
Pay
Earning potential $60,000‑$75,000+ annually, based on recent sales performance data.
Schedule
Full‑time position.