What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pre Sales Rep - A position at 7G Distributing, LLC?
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7G Distributing is the premier Anheuser-Busch Distributor for Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, Dubuque, Davenport and the surrounding areas. Come join the brew crew!
Enjoy the following benefits:
- Paid-Time Off accrual starting on Day 1!
- Paid Holidays
- 401(k) plan with company match
- Advancement opportunities
- Uniform allowance and company phone!
- Mileage Reimbursement
- FREE health insurance, or
- Earn an EXTRA $7,400/year if you are covered under a spouse or parents' medical insurance plan
Job Vision:
Ensure that 7G Distributing will drive profitable volume growth, market share, and maintain its position among Suppliers as a leading distributor through proper planning and execution management.
This will in part be accomplished by:
- Focusing on areas and factors where 7G Distributing must improve in order to win long-term, sustainable market share while the sales team is focused on detailed, tactical execution.
- Ensuring “best-in-market” DSD service to all accounts through “best-in-class” execution and maintaining superior “partner” relationships with retailers and Suppliers.
- Serve as a role model for 7G Distributing by establishing mutual respect with management and co-workers. Lead by example to promote teamwork, cooperation and enhanced morale.
- Operate with candor, integrity and professionalism is all 7G Distributing interfaces.
Essential Job Functions:
- Maintain the structured sales call frequency for all assigned accounts,
- Maintain a positive relationship with all accounts and work together as a team with other 7G team employee,
- Increase volume and distribution by supplier/brand/sku for assigned accounts as established in the 7G Distributing annual plan and as reported in RAS reports.
- Maintain and/or grow market share for assigned accounts as set forth by 7G,
- Sell new package placements and tap handles as prioritized and directed by monthly sales goal (All 7G brands),
- Dominate merchandising in all assigned accounts,
- Prepare and transmit orders consistent with retail needs and 7G Distributing goals before the stated order cut-off time,
- Utilize the handheld order entry and account management computer as a selling tool, ensuring all products are reviewed in order to prevent out of stocks and hot shots,
- Advise and train retailers and their employees in the proper methods of selling, merchandising and pricing products, always putting the needs of the retailer first,
- Be aware of competitive trends in your market, adjust selling strategies accordingly to ensure 7G is winning in the marketplace. Communicate competitive trends and intelligence to your Team Leader,
- Maintain control of retailer inventories to ensure adequate product is available for sale while, minimizing out of stocks,
- Adhere to the 7G Rotation policy, eliminating out of code product,
- Adhere to all Iowa ABD guidelines.
Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
- 1-year sales/related on the job experience
- 2-year degree unless meets experience requirement
- Computer knowledge that includes Microsoft Windows, Office Suite and Web Based Applications
Required Qualifications:
- Valid driver’s license
- Reliable transportation and meet insurance requirements
- Ability to stand for long periods of time
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds, at times regularly
- Ability to lift up to 165 pounds periodically
Salary : $7,400