What are the responsibilities and job description for the Alabama Off Premise Sales Apprentice C Store position at United Johnson Brothers Of Alabama?
The Sales Apprentice is responsible for executing all functions relating to selling, distribution, brand development, promotion and merchandising of UJBALs Chain/Wine/Grocery Divisions wine, non-alcohol and craft beer portfolio in target accounts. The Sales Apprentice will develop deep understanding of UJBAL brands and working knowledge of the wine, non-alcohol and craft beer segment. The Sales Apprentice will work together with Sales Representatives to accomplish UJBALs and goals, and develop a strong partnership with target accounts and UJBALs sales team to ensure seamless communication.
- Must be 21 years or older
- High school or vocational school diploma or GED equivalent required
- 1-3 years of sales experience preferred
- Valid drivers license for applicable state
- Valid auto liability insurance for applicable state
- Ability to secure and maintain a State Alcohol Sales Permit in accordance with state laws
Responsibilities
- Work with sales team members to train and understand all facets of the United sales representative role
- Drive to all call points
- Perform sales deliveries to accounts
- Run vacation routes for sales representatives
- Sell new products or programs
- Utilize Encompass to bill orders
- Build displays in accounts
- Merchandise accounts using point of sale material
- Work back stock, shelf space, and cold boxes in accounts to ensure product rotation
- Build and maintain strong relationships with account management
- Build and maintain strong relationships within United with delivery associates, sales representatives, and sales management to work as a team
- Perform other duties as assigned
Competencies
- Decision Making
- Plan and Organize
- Customer Focus
- Professionalism
- Flexibility
- Communication
- Relationship building
- Time management
- Positive attitude
- Stress management
- Conflict Resolution
Critical Skills
- Time management
- Selling skills
- Quality Control
- Product Knowledge
- Proficient in use of Microsoft Office and other technology
- Able to read, write, and perform business math computations
Working Conditions
- Able 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 weather
- Able to work occasionally in refrigerated areas
- Able to work in an environment with moderate noise levels
Physical Requirements and Essential Functions
- Regular, reliable attendance required
- Able to drive and safely operate a vehicle
- Able to frequently use hand trucks, stairs, ramps, and docks
- Able to talk and hear, stand and walk, sit, reach with arms and hands, lift and carry, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel
- Able to perform greater than average lifting up to 50-65 lbs, with some overhead lifting required
- Able to frequently climb or balance, stoop, kneel or crouch
- Able to learn and maintain knowledge of company and products
- Must have specific vision abilities that include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to judge distance