Sales Support- Northern Kent County

Posted 25 Days Ago
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Grand Rapids, MI, USA
In-Office
Entry level
Food • Logistics • Retail
The Role
Provide route coverage, write orders using company software, stock and merchandise products, build displays, assist special events, train peers, and learn product details to progress to a Sales Representative role.
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Full-time Sales Support:
Our Sales Support personnel split their time between covering sales routes when needed, stocking beverages at customer locations, assisting in special events, and providing training to other sales support staff. This position’s primary purpose is to develop the skills and abilities to eventually move into a Sales Representative role. This job is for those who are flexible, enjoy traveling around, and like to do different things every day.
Primary functions of Sales Support:  

  • Order writing. Utilize software programs to write orders for our accounts.
  • Merchandising. Rotate, face, and stock merchandise at our accounts. Including repeatedly lifting product up to 50lbs.
  • Creating Displays. Work with other sales support staff to build displays.
  • Special Events. Assist the sales team in setting up various special events.
  • Product Knowledge. Learn the products we offer to successfully meet our customer’s needs and demands.
  • Teamwork. Coordinate and communicate with the General Sales Manager, Team Lead, Sales Representatives, and other sales support staff to meet our customer’s expectations.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Compensation and Benefits:
  • Competitive Pay.
  • Great Health Benefits.
    • Medical - Three low premium plans for you to choose from:
    1. A completely free plan for you and your entire family with a generous company HSA contribution.
    2. A low-cost plan with an HSA contribution.
    3. A low deductible plan with an FSA option. 
    • Low-cost Dental plan 
    • Low-cost Vision plan
  • Other Ancillary Benefits.
    • 401(k) plan with company match
    • Company Paid Life Insurance
    • Company Paid Accidental Death and Dismemberment
    • Company Paid Short Term Disability
    • Voluntary Short-Term Disability
    • Voluntary Long-Term Disability
    • Accident Insurance
    • Critical Illness Insurance
    • Hospital Insurance
    • Paid Parental Leave
    • Paid Time Off
    • Paid Sick Time
    • Discounted Product
 
  • Mileage Reimbursement. Our employees are compensated per mile for the use of their own car.
  • Cell Reimbursement. Our Sales personnel are given the option of a company phone or are reimbursed for the use of their own cell phone.  
  • Opportunity for advancement.  We look internally to fill positions to help our employees advance in their careers.
  • Product Discounts.  We offer generous employee discounts on product purchases.
Qualifications:
  • A Valid Driver’s License and Adequate Auto Insurance. Sales Support staff drive from customer to customer to carry out the duties of the job.
  • Reliable transportation. Sales Support drive their own vehicle.
  • Ability to Obtain the Proper Licensure. Sales staff are required to obtain a MLCC license.
  • Stable Work History.  It takes about three weeks for training, so we hire people with a proven track record of reliability.
  • Self-Direction. Although you are a part of a larger team, you will be primarily working alone.
  • Customer Service Problem Solving Skills.  Sales must communicate with customers and other employees.
  • Ability to bend and lift product. Merchandisers must be able to repeatedly bend and lift products weighing up to 50lbs repeatedly for their entire shifts.

Skills Required

  • Valid driver’s license
  • Adequate auto insurance
  • Reliable transportation (use own vehicle)
  • Ability to obtain MLCC license
  • Stable work history (reliable for multi-week training)
  • Self-direction and ability to work independently
  • Customer service and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to repeatedly lift and bend with loads up to 50 lbs
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The Company
HQ: Grand Rapids, MI
550 Employees
Year Founded: 2013

What We Do

Alliance Beverage Distributing is a family-owned wholesaler that provides alcoholic beverages, including beer, wine, and spirits, to retail establishments, restaurants, and taverns. Formed in 2013 through a merger, the company proudly serves over 6,000 customers across Western Michigan.

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