Sales Rep/Chain Support

Do you want to start a career in Sales?  What could be better than BEER and a great career?!!

The fact that you landed here indicates there may be something missing in your work. Maybe you are not feeling challenged in the work you do, or perhaps you feel like your work has lost its meaning. Maybe you are simply tired of feeling like just another employee. Whatever your reason, you are not alone. When you join our team you become part of the Fuhrer family, a place where you are valued and respected.

Who are we: Established in 1982, Frank B. Fuhrer Wholesale is the largest beer wholesaler in southwest PA. The beer landscape is constantly evolving with new breweries, brands, and styles. At Frank Fuhrer Wholesale, we are looking for individuals who can adapt to market conditions, drive personal, team and company success by striving to get better each day.

From our Founder: “Integrity, Fairness and Consistency. These Philosophies are the cornerstone on which our company was founded and has prospered.” - Frank B. Fuhrer

Yes, you will receive FREE BEER throughout the year! (non-alcoholic to those under 21 years old.) After all, you will be working for an award-winning BEER distributor, and we want you to enjoy the brands you already love!!

Here's the schedule: Monday-Friday.

You’ll start either at 5am or 6am and you will work until the job is done! Yes, your day starts early so don't apply if you are not a morning person.  Territory to cover Westmoreland, Fayette, Jefferson and Indian County.

Let’s take a closer look at the role of a Chain Sales Support Rep position to determine if this opportunity is right for you!

As a Chain Sales Support Rep, you will actively support the chain store sales team with writing orders and checking inventory in locations for all our Convenience store accounts.  This position will also assist chain managers and sales teams with account product rotation, pricing and signage.

Here's more of what you will do:

• Establish, develop, and maintain positive business and customer relationship in all of our Convenience store accounts of where they are needed.
• Communication with sales reps, Managers and operations team of any changes or instructions that come from account.
• Maintain a relationship with all chain personnel at Fuhrer Wholesale in all our divisions.
• Use training and knowledge to write an order and support all of Fuhrer Wholesales suppliers.
• Use hanging plan-o-grams in stores to make sure all products are accounted for and order is completed based off store posted schematics and not what currently is in the shelf.
• Have ability to adapt and change day if needed to help that chain sales team to complete all of deadlines on entering orders.
• Have knowledge and ability to use an Apple Ipad device and learn programs used at Fuhrer Wholesale. (VIP Order Portal, Google Drive and Sharepoint)
• Communicate with managers, sales reps and operations in a timely manner through call, email or text.
• Assist with other projects and tasks needed by the chain department. (Drop off signage, Racks or any other tasks that come up)

This list is not all inclusive of other tasks and subtasks that may be necessary in performing this role, but rather an overview of the role’s primary work tasks.

Here's what you must have to be considered for this role:

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Able to speak effectively before customers and employees.
• Proficient knowledge of MS Office programs
• Ability to calculate in various units of measure using whole numbers, percentages, etc.
• Must have a valid Class C driver's license with a driving record that meets the Company's standards and company vehicle insurance requirements.
• Requires drug screen and criminal background check.

Here's what we hope you have:

• Post high school education
• A great work ethic & attitude

Physical Requirements:

• Required to lift 50 lbs. frequently and 100 to 200 lbs. occasionally.
• Ability to drive during shift to various accounts.

Potential candidates are required to successfully complete a medical evaluation including a physical evaluation designed to test ability to perform basic physical job requirements.

FBF is an Equal Opportunity Employer: EEO/AA All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, genetics or any other category protected under federal, state or local laws.