Description
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 Sales Center Assistant is to learn the role of a United Sales Center Consultant. The position focuses on learning United’s portfolio and inside sales strategy to sell and service our customers effectively. A Sales Center Assistant works with his or her manager to learn how to sell over the phone, manage marketing material, perform sales deliveries, conduct staff training, perform quality audits, and learn the United Sales Center technology platform. Sales Center Assistant helps torun vacation routes for fellow Sales Center Consultants to practice these skills in the sales center. 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.
Qualifications
- Must be 21 years or older
- High school or vocational school diploma or GED equivalent required
- 1-3 years of sales experience preferred
- Restaurant / Bar / industry experience preferred
- Valid driver’s license for applicable state
- Able to secure and maintain auto liability insurance for applicable state
- Ability to secure and maintain a State Alcohol Sales Permit in accordance with state laws
Responsibilities :
Learn all facets of the United sales center consultant roleDrive to accountsAssist in covering vacation routes for sales team membersComplete tap handle surveys and beer quality audits for specific customersPerform sales deliveries to customersAssist in selling in United’s products to maintain and increase United’s market shareSell new items and programsUse Encompass to bill orders and run sales reportsBuild positive relationships with customers, United’s sales teams, and United’s delivery associatesAssist with customer product knowledge trainingSupport the sales consultant by tasting new products with customersHelp build sales presentations, pricing sheets, and tasting notes for customers to complement the sale of new itemsAssist with managing marketing material inside of accounts including menus, table tents, and other POS needs.Perform other duties as assignedCompetencies :
Decision MakingPlan and OrganizeCustomer FocusProfessionalismFlexibilityCommunicationRelationship BuildingPositive AttitudeStress ManagementConflict ResolutionCritical Skills :
Ability to multi-task in case of shifting priorities and follow through to completionExperience with verbal presentation skills, strong attention to detailExcellent verbal and written communication skillsProficient in working with Customer Relationship Management software, Microsoft Office Suite, and other technologies.Time managementSelling skillsQuality ControlProduct KnowledgeAble to read, write, and perform business math computationsExcellent verbal communication skillsStrong attention to detailStrong collaboration skillsStrong organizational skills with a proven ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time to meet frequently changing deadlines in a fast-paced environmentResults-driven (performance)Material ControlWorking Conditions :
Normal office environmentMaintains a clean work environment by keeping desk and work area neat and cleanAble to maintain very high proficiency and job standards while working in a non-temperature controlled environment that includes exposure to heat, high humidity, and inclement weatherAble to work occasionally in refrigerated areasExposure to smoke and dust in certain accountsAble to work in an environment with moderate to loud noise levelsPhysical Requirements and Essential Functions :
Regular, reliable attendance requiredAble to talk and hear, stand and walk, sit, reach with arms and hands, lift and carry, and use hands and fingers to handle or feelAble to perform greater than average lifting up to 50-65 lbs, with some overhead lifting requiredAble to frequently climb or balance, stoop, kneel or crouchAble to learn and maintain knowledge of the company and productsMust have specific vision abilities that include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to judge distanceMust be able to work some nights and weekends when required
Salary : $52,500
