Sales Associate - King County, WA
Washington Staffing, Seattle, Washington, United States, 98101
Sales Associate
Sales Associates accomplish sales, merchandising and distribution goals by assisting the execution of business objectives and company initiatives. Key responsibilities include effectively selling, rotating and merchandising the Columbia Distributing portfolio in all assigned accounts, providing route relief for sales representatives as scheduled, interacting respectfully and maintaining dialogue with inter-company departments, suppliers and customers, establishing and maintaining a high level of industry knowledge, maintaining appropriate themed programs to meet supplier and company standards, submitting all required reporting, preplans, trackers, surveys, market surveys, expense report, mileage log, etc. by the required due date, managing inventory expenses in accordance with company policy, understanding and assisting with MVP standards, and monitoring competitive activity and communicating strategies. Key competencies include a strong sense of accountability, general knowledge of industry products, excellent oral and written communication skills, and the ability to develop strong relationships with internal and external customers, as well as the ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks and meet deadlines. The work environment includes working indoors with frequent walking in customer accounts, lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling up to 50lbs, bending/stoop/crouch/squat/use arms/wrists/hands/grasp, use of industry tools, working indoors and outdoors, and driving required. This is a full-time position, days/hours of work vary, and may include weekends. Travel ability to travel throughout the day to customer accounts is required. Required education and experience include a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license and auto insurance, and a minimum of 21 years of age. Preferred education and experience include a bachelor's degree and 1 year of previous beverage industry sales experience. Compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and specific location. Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, and are able to enroll in the company's 401k plan. Employees are also eligible for 80 hours of vacation every year and 7-8 days of paid holidays throughout the calendar year (depending on location). Hired applicants may be eligible for incentives/bonuses/annual bonuses. Classification: Non-Exempt Reports to: District Manager Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets Benefits may not be available for positions covered under active CBA, seasonal, or part-time. Columbia Distributing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Sales Associates accomplish sales, merchandising and distribution goals by assisting the execution of business objectives and company initiatives. Key responsibilities include effectively selling, rotating and merchandising the Columbia Distributing portfolio in all assigned accounts, providing route relief for sales representatives as scheduled, interacting respectfully and maintaining dialogue with inter-company departments, suppliers and customers, establishing and maintaining a high level of industry knowledge, maintaining appropriate themed programs to meet supplier and company standards, submitting all required reporting, preplans, trackers, surveys, market surveys, expense report, mileage log, etc. by the required due date, managing inventory expenses in accordance with company policy, understanding and assisting with MVP standards, and monitoring competitive activity and communicating strategies. Key competencies include a strong sense of accountability, general knowledge of industry products, excellent oral and written communication skills, and the ability to develop strong relationships with internal and external customers, as well as the ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks and meet deadlines. The work environment includes working indoors with frequent walking in customer accounts, lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling up to 50lbs, bending/stoop/crouch/squat/use arms/wrists/hands/grasp, use of industry tools, working indoors and outdoors, and driving required. This is a full-time position, days/hours of work vary, and may include weekends. Travel ability to travel throughout the day to customer accounts is required. Required education and experience include a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver's license and auto insurance, and a minimum of 21 years of age. Preferred education and experience include a bachelor's degree and 1 year of previous beverage industry sales experience. Compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and specific location. Employees are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, and are able to enroll in the company's 401k plan. Employees are also eligible for 80 hours of vacation every year and 7-8 days of paid holidays throughout the calendar year (depending on location). Hired applicants may be eligible for incentives/bonuses/annual bonuses. Classification: Non-Exempt Reports to: District Manager Equal Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets Benefits may not be available for positions covered under active CBA, seasonal, or part-time. Columbia Distributing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.