Job Description

Position Title:

Sales Representative - Wine & Spirits / Non-Alcohol

Department:

Sales & Marketing

Position reports to:

Sales Manager - Wine & Spirits

Primary purpose and function of position:

Sell in supplier products and provide value added services and resources to retail accounts as directed in the Columbia area.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintain retail call frequency on assigned key wine & spirits / non-alcohol accounts to include developing and planning promotional activities, book and execute sampling events, gain taps, build and restock displays as needed, place POCM and sell in additional shelf space Communicate monthly pricing information, suggestively sell-in consumer price points and proactively manage price gaps versus competition Introduce and sell in new and existing brands and packages including activities to support sell through as necessary Grow distribution through targeted focus on potential wine and spirits accounts and non-buys Plan, coordinate and implement the local execution of supplier marketing programs in key wine & spirits / non-alcohol accounts and special marketing events Complete required paperwork such as point sheets, expense reports, tracking forms, surveys and work orders Communicate with all Company departments as necessary Participate in evening and weekend promotions as necessary Comply with all Grey Eagle and supplier standards and policies Adhere to all Federal, State and Local liquor regulations Other duties as assigned
Bachelor's degree preferred; High school diploma or GED certificate required Two years sales experience; familiarity selling consumer product goods, wine/liquor products a plus Training Certifications Highly self-motivated with a positive attitude Project a friendly, courteous and professional image Highly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities Excellent customer orientation with strong verbal and written communication skills Excellent problem solving skills with strong attention to detail Ability to safely operate job related equipment Ability to meet physical requirements of the job including, but not limited to: repetitively handling cases of beer, reaching above head height, climbing, bending, twisting, squatting and kneeling Ability to frequently lift, carry, push or pull package product weighing 50 plus pounds; and draught product weighing up to 165 pounds Regular and reliable attendance required Valid driver license and safe driving record Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and some holidays as needed Technologically proficient; including familiarity with MS Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint Ability to pass a required pre-employment background and drug screening Ability to perform all essential job functions and duties as assigned

Work Environment

This job operates in a variety of Grey Eagle Distributor's account settings including by not limited to: grocery stores, convenience stores, gas stations, bars, and restaurants.


This position is considered "exempt" from the FLSA overtime rules. Part time hours (non-benefited position unless required by law) servicing Columbia & Jefferson City Territory.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.


While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 50 plus pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Position Type and Expected Hours

This is full time position. Day and hours per week may vary depending on the needs of the organization but are primarily Monday through Friday. Although the company is closed on most major holidays, the summer season is the company's busiest time. During summer holidays, the company may be open. Travel is required for this position and will primarily occur during the business day.