Sales Specialist, Control States

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Philadelphia, PA, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Food • Logistics • Retail • Sales
The Role
Sells specialized wine and spirits products within an assigned territory, manages key customer relationships, develops sales plans, coordinates supplier and customer events, educates and mentors sales staff, collaborates with marketing and supplier representatives, and achieves portfolio volume and sales goals. The role requires customer travel, event availability on nights and weekends, product expertise, and compliance with driving, insurance, and applicable alcohol licensing requirements.
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Description

Responsible for selling products and services to a wide range of highly complex or major accounts and customers and/or a specific supplier. Accountable for increasing sales/client ratio and expanding customer base. Possesses an advanced knowledge of company and competitor policies, products and/or services or technology. 

This position will work within their assigned market/territory to achieve sales goals. 

Key Accountabilities:

  • Must demonstrate expertise knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services that are considered specialized, fine wine, vintage, luxury, and/or specific to a designated supplier’s portfolio of brands.
  • Management of special events such as Wine Marker Dinners, supplier market visits, and wine/spirit education to customers.
  • Trains and/or educates the sales staff on all facets of wine knowledge. Coach and mentor less experienced sales representatives to achieve their sales targets and increase their product knowledge.
  • Develop long-term sales plans for key customers and monitor and adapt sales activities so these objectives are met.
  • Works with the marketing team on pricing programs for non-mainstream items to ensure product line is competitive in the marketplace to meet supplier goals.
  • Works with third party industry professionals (supplier reps and customers) as part of the selling process of assigned brands and portfolio.
  • Effectively influence full book resources for District Managers and representatives to ensure brands are amplified. Provide execution guidelines and influence to full book District Managers.
  • Achieve volume goals assigned to respective distributor teams

Requirements

  

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills 
  • Strong time management and organizational skills
  • Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment 
  • Ability to use Tablet/iPad
  • Ability to work well independently as well as in a team environment

Education/Training/Experience

  • College degree or equivalent work experience/training/education highly preferred
  • Related sales experience of six years or more; or equivalent combination of education and experience 
  • Candidate must possess valid driver’s license and registration
  • Ability to meet vehicle insurance requirements as defined by the Company and Alcohol Beverage Commission (ABC) License, as required by the state

Physical Demands and Environment:

  • Occasional physical exertion including the regular lifting of objects weighing up to 30 pounds and the occasional lifting of objects weighing up to 50 pounds
  • Work requires frequent standing or walking throughout the work day
  • Work requires considerable mental concentration to effectively execute complex tasks requiring periods of focused mental and visual concentration
  • Availability to work nights and weekends on activities related to customer account events
  • Work requires travel and exposure to weather conditions while visiting customers, prospects or vendors
  • Potential for accidents due to over the road travel including traffic accidents, delivery of goods or the set up of displays

  

Martignetti Companies prides itself on being a company where you can bring your best self to work every day. We strive to be an employer of choice where everyone feels they belong. We act on our commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion by offering a substantial benefits package that includes generous paid time off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a comprehensive 401K plan, and employee discounts. All are welcome to apply to work for a company that believes its employees are its greatest asset!

Martignetti Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, and local laws. We also comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location where we have facilities.

EEO M/F/D/V 

NOTE: This job description covers the essentials but isn’t exhaustive. Employees may be asked to take on additional tasks or duties to help meet the evolving needs of our organization.

Skills Required

  • Six or more years of related sales experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Valid driver's license and vehicle registration
  • Ability to meet company and Alcohol Beverage Commission vehicle insurance requirements
  • Alcohol Beverage Commission license, as required by the state
  • College degree or equivalent work experience, training, or education
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
  • Strong time management and organizational skills
  • Ability to use a tablet or iPad
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment
  • Availability to work nights and weekends for customer account events

Martignetti Companies Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Martignetti Companies and has not been reviewed or approved by Martignetti Companies.

  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as broad, with multiple plan options and employer‑paid protections such as short‑ and long‑term disability, and some roles offering fully paid medical after required hours. This scope indicates a comprehensive medical offering for eligible employees.
  • Retirement Support — A 401(k) with automatic enrollment and an employer match is available, and some positions are noted to include a company‑funded pension. These elements point to meaningful long‑term savings support.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation, holidays, flexible holidays, and sick days are provided, with certain postings highlighting generous paid time off. The mix of vacation, fixed and flexible holidays, and sick time signals a wide leave offering.

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The Company
HQ: Taunton, MA
778 Employees
Year Founded: 1908

What We Do

Established in 1908, Martignetti Companies is the leading distributor of wine, spirits, and beer in New England and the sixth-largest distributor in the United States. Based in Taunton, Massachusetts, the company operates across six New England states, providing comprehensive distribution services, brand development, and sales consultation to thousands of retail and restaurant customers through a highly trained workforce and state-of-the-art logistics capabilities.

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