Job Details
Sales Representative - Wine Marketing
Company Overview:
As one of New England s leading spirits, wine and beer distributors, Horizon Beverage Group connects a network of makers, retailers and consumers across New England. Now in our fourth generation of family ownership, we employ more than 775 team members throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a friendly and energetic Sales Representative to join our team in this exciting industry. As a Sales Representative, you will play a crucial role in increasing our market share and promoting our brands to new and existing customers. With your knowledge of the industry and excellent communication skills, you will help us maintain and grow our customer base, ensuring their satisfaction with our products.
Daily/Position Responsibilities (Other duties may be assigned):
Develop and enhance customer relationships
Answer customers' questions about products, prices, availability, product uses, and credit terms
Responsible for forecasting and planning sales calls
Consult with customers after sales to resolve problems and to provide ongoing support
Demonstrate competent sales abilities through successful presentation of products and creditable promotion of new and existing portfolio items
Utilize sample inventories to promote product sales
Exhibit discipline and innovativeness to meet assigned monthly quotas
Participate in sales meetings, on-site training, and trade events to maintain a high level of product/supplier knowledge
Submit orders utilizing the company tablet
Utilize Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word, to create sell sheets, and selling presentations
Review customers credit status, collect monies owed, submits checks and cash according to the collection and deposit procedures
Stock shelves and storage areas with product
Education/Experience:
Must possess strong wine knowledge
Associate s Degree in Business or Management or equivalent combination of education and experience
2-3 years previous industry experience within the distribution, hospitality, and supplier community
Previous work experience in the beverage industry highly preferred
Strong knowledge of wines, WSET or similar certifications preferred
Skills/Requirements:
The ideal candidate will be goal orientated with a strong attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize within a multi-tasking environment. Highly motivated with the ability to work calmly under pressure and meet tight deadlines; must possess strong analytical, negotiation and conflict resolution skills. Excellent presentation, verbal and written communication skills are also required. Must demonstrate intermediate level of proficiency within Microsoft Office applications. This role requires lifting and carrying of a 40+ pound case of product on a regular basis and requires extensive travel throughout assigned territory with personal vehicle; must possess ability to merchandise at the retail level.
What We Offer:
Horizon Beverage Group provides benefits, support programs, resources and expertise to help employees live healthier and safer lives at work and on the road.
*Eligibility for the following benefits depends on employment status.
Competitive compensation package
Harvard Pilgrim Medical insurance
Guardian Dental insurance
VSP vision insurance
Hyatt Legal Plans
Generous Paid Time Off
Paid Holidays
Company paid Long Term Disability
Company paid Life Insurance
Confidential Employee Assistance Program
Supplemental Insurance options
Medicare Specialist for retirement planning
100% paid tuition for WSET and Cicerone certification programs
Horizon Beverage Group is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status.