Alabama Off Premise Sales Apprentice C Store-Mobile - United

The Sales Apprentice is responsible for executing all functions relating to selling, distribution, brand development, promotion and merchandising...

Must be 21 years or older

High school or vocational school diploma or GED equivalent required

1-3 years of sales experience preferred

Valid driver’s license for applicable state

Valid auto liability insurance for applicable state

Ability to secure and maintain a State Alcohol Sales Permit in accordance with state laws

Responsibilities

Work with sales team members to train and understand all facets of the United sales representative role

Drive to all call points

Perform sales deliveries to accounts

Run vacation routes for sales representatives

Sell new products or programs

Utilize Encompass to bill orders

Build displays in accounts

Merchandise accounts using point of sale material

Work back stock, shelf space, and cold boxes in accounts to ensure product rotation

Build and maintain strong relationships with account management

Build and maintain strong relationships within United with delivery associates, sales representatives, and sales management to work as a team

Perform other duties as assigned

Competencies

Decision Making

Plan and Organize

Customer Focus

Professionalism

Flexibility

Communication

Relationship building

Time management

Positive attitude

Stress management

Conflict Resolution

Critical Skills

Time management

Selling skills

Quality Control

Product Knowledge

Proficient in use of Microsoft Office and other technology

Able to read, write, and perform business math computations

Working Conditions

Able to maintain very high proficiency and job standards while working in a non-temperature controlled environment that includes exposure to heat, high humidity, and inclement weather

Able to work occasionally in refrigerated areas

Able to work in an environment with moderate noise levels

Physical Requirements and Essential Functions

Regular, reliable attendance required

Able to drive and safely operate a vehicle

Able to frequently use hand trucks, stairs, ramps, and docks

Able to talk and hear, stand and walk, sit, reach with arms and hands, lift and carry, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel

Able to perform greater than average lifting up to 50-65 lbs, with some overhead lifting required

Able to frequently climb or balance, stoop, kneel or crouch

Able to learn and maintain knowledge of company and products

Must have specific vision abilities that include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to judge distance