Off Premise Sales Apprentice
The Off Premise Sales Apprentice role is an entry-level position into our sales organization that allows an associate to prepare for a Sales Representative role at United. The position involves running vacation routes for Sales Representatives, performing sales deliveries to accounts, merchandising and building displays in accounts, managing and rotating inventory in accounts, and building relationships with both accounts and various departments of United. 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
- Valid driver's 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 roleDrive to all call pointsPerform sales deliveries to accountsRun vacation routes for sales representativesSell new products or programsUtilize Encompass to bill ordersBuild displays in accountsMerchandise accounts using point of sale materialWork back stock, shelf space, and cold boxes in accounts to ensure product rotationBuild and maintain strong relationships with account managementBuild and maintain strong relationships within United with delivery associates, sales representatives, and sales management to work as a teamPerform other duties as assignedCompetencies :
Decision MakingPlan and OrganizeCustomer FocusProfessionalismFlexibilityCommunicationRelationship buildingTime managementPositive attitudeStress managementConflict resolutionCritical Skills :
Time managementSelling skillsQuality ControlProduct KnowledgeProficient in use of Microsoft Office and other technologyAble to read, write, and perform business math computationsWorking 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 weatherAble to work occasionally in refrigerated areasAble to work in an environment with moderate noise levelsPhysical Requirements and Essential Functions :
Regular, reliable attendance requiredAble to drive and safely operate a vehicleAble to frequently use hand trucks, stairs, ramps, and docksAble 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 company and productsMust have specific vision abilities that include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to judge distance