Sales Apprentice; Chain Stores ($52k), Company Car

About United

United is the largest beverage alcohol wholesaler in both Georgia and Alabama. With two members of the fourth generation of the Hertz family involved in leadership roles, United is one of the 2-3% of family businesses that are able to successfully transition beyond the third generation. The Hertz family remains focused on growth, leveraging its most distinct market advantages in order to maintain its upward momentum. Its talented and innovative team of sales representatives and brand builders has the unique ability to recognize synergies between all three categories of alcohol, making it possible for United to grow its product portfolio and business successfully in Georgia and beyond.

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The Chain Stores Sales Apprentice is an entry-level position in our sales organization that allows an associate to prepare for a Sales Representative role at United.   The position involves running vacation routes for Sales Representatives, performing sales deliveries to customers, merchandising and building displays, managing and rotating inventory, and building relationships with both customers and various departments within United.  This position is perfect for a self-motivated, competitive individual who thrives in situations requiring a high level of collaboration, organization, interpersonal skills, and creativity.   

•    Must be 21 years or older
•    High school or vocational school diploma or GED equivalent required
•    One year of sales experience preferred
•    Valid driver’s license in the applicable state, state minimum auto-liability insurance, an acceptable driving record, and the ability to maintain these minimum administrative driving requirements throughout employment
•    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 customers. (when needed)
•    Run vacation routes for sales representatives
•    Sell new products or programs
•    Utilize Encompass to bill orders
•    Build displays 
•    Merchandise customers using point of sale material
•    Work back stock, shelf space, and cold boxes to ensure proper product rotation 
•    Build and maintain strong relationships with customer’s management personnel 
•    Build and maintain strong relationships with United’s delivery associates, sales representatives, and sales management 
•    Must be able 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
•    Excellent verbal communication skills
•    Strong attention to detail
•    Strong collaboration skills
•    Strong organizational skills with a proven ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time in order to meet frequently changing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
•    Results-driven (performance)
•    Material Control

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

We are a Drug Free Workplace

Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact [email protected] or call 800-381-9947 for assistance with an accommodation.