Beverage Driver-Sales (Based in Woodinville)

About the position

Opportunity to be a part of a new endeavor to build and grow our beverage distribution in greater King and Snohomish County. This new and unique position is responsible for selling & delivering supermarket and gas station chains, plus seeking to grow other independent retail accounts by planning and solicitation. We seek a self-motivated, structured, coachable individual looking to be a part of something new and exciting. Full-time union position. Monday-Friday hours. No CDL required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Northern Territory Manager in establishing and growing sales of specific beverages in greater King County; selling off a truck 'driver-sell' style.
• Desire to gain hands-on sales experience and embrace an opportunity to grow in the company.
• Plan your next day of sales for adequate inventory on-hand and selling support material.
• Driving vehicle to retail locations to service and maintain in line with company standards for customer service.
• Professionally represent the company while soliciting sales and delivering product from your vehicle.
• Foster good relationships with your customers as you build rapport with them.
• Work your delivery to the store’s shelves, backstock and displays.
• Merchandise your stores as needed, sometimes as a non-delivery call back to fill shelves or displays.
• Diligently manage your outgoing inventory balance responsibly.
• Seek additional retailers to grow your route and sales.
• Work Monday – Friday at early starting time.
• Maintain a clean and neat/organized vehicle and equipment.
• Maintain company’s impeccable image through actions and appearance, quality and service.

Requirements

• Sales experience preferred but not required.
• Must have a valid Washington State drivers license and an acceptable driving record.
• Beverage industry experience preferred, but not required.
• Ability to, occasionally, lift a minimum of 21lbs and a maximum of 160lbs required.
• Basic computer knowledge is helpful, familiarity with smart phone mapping apps (i.e. Google Maps).

Nice-to-haves

• Customer service/relationship driven.
• Team oriented.
• Competitive by nature.
• Self-motivated.
• Strong work ethic.
• High integrity and honesty.
• Well organized, with ability to prioritize/set goals, maintain focus and follow-through under a variety of conditions.
• Up-beat/can-do attitude.
• Early morning person.
• Attention to Detail.

Benefits

• Company sponsored Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance to all Full Time Employees.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance for employees and their families.
• 401k provided to non-union employees.
• Union employees will be part of a pension program.
• 8 paid holidays.
• Up to 40 hours of vacation after the first year of employment, increasing to 80 hours at 2 years.
• Washington State Sick Leave for sick time accruals.