About You:
We are looking for a high-energy, proven, self-motivated, and goal-oriented sales professional to present our portfolio of fine wine, small batch spirits and craft beer to established off and on-premise accounts. This position covers a prime territory central to Vail Valley, CO. To ensure excellent account coverage and local market integration, candidates must reside within a 30-minute drive of the territory.
The candidate we seek:
- Has experience in beverage sales, preferably one year.
- Is a team player and is also highly organized and able to work independently.
- Has the desire to enthusiastically generate sales activity and close sales.
- Excellent customer service skills, values and establishes relationships with customers and suppliers.
- Actively pursues new business in on premise and off premise accounts.
- Valid DL and reliable automobile, cell phone, basic computer skills, access to daily emails.
The purpose of the Sales Support Specialist is an important link to the success of the entire Sales Department and growth of Elite Brands. The position is responsible for supporting the assigned sales team members to ensure the needs of our customers are met and route coverage as needed for assigned team members. This position is full time, 40 hours a week. Evening and weekend work is expected. Experience in the wine and beer industry is an advantage, we would be willing to train someone with proven beverage buying experience. Familiarity with local marketplace, companies and community in the region is preferred. The Sales Support Specialist requires sales presentations, phone follow-up, networking with referral sources, presentation of a positive image for our company, and extensive public contact.
Snapshot of duties:
In territory market support for account managers; stop into accounts to drop off samples, build displays, offer tastings; help with product placement/merchandising, ensure freshest product possible in the market verifying production dates, promote company portfolio, answer customer's questions regarding all aspects of products, contact new and existing customers to promote and highlight specific products and services to meet the customer's demographic.
About the Pay:
Base salary and car/phone allowance is $49,800.00 to $51,200.00 per year to start + monthly bonus opportunities.
About the Perks:
- Profit Sharing
- Big Employee Discounts
- Happy Hour Every Friday
- Employee Lounge
- Fun and Inclusive Culture
- Retirement Savings Matching
- And of course, we do medical, dental, vision, life, PTO, anniversary trips, and all that good stuff!
About Us:
Elite Brands of Colorado, recognized as Craft Beer Wholesaler of the Year and a Top 100 Family-Owned Business in Colorado, is looking for a Sales Support Specialist in Vail Valley, CO. We employ more than 50 regional sales representatives throughout the state of Colorado and service on and off premise retail accounts. We believe in fast feedback, continuous professional development, and using modern technology to empower you wherever you are. Elite Brands represents some of the finest wine, beer, and spirit suppliers in the world. Please review our website www.elite-brands.com for a complete list of our suppliers and to learn more about who we are. Come join our team!
Job Type: Full-time
QualificationsThe candidate we seek:
- Has experience in beverage sales, preferably one year.
- Is a team player and is also highly organized and able to work independently.
- Has the desire to enthusiastically generate sales activity and close sales.
- Excellent customer service skills, values and establishes relationships with customers and suppliers.
- Actively pursues new business in on premise and off premise accounts.
- Valid DL and reliable automobile, cell phone, basic computer skills, access to daily emails.
Skills Required
- Reside within a 30-minute drive of the Vail Valley territory
- Valid driver's license and reliable automobile
- Basic computer skills and access to daily email
- Strong customer service and relationship-building skills
- Ability to generate sales activity, close sales, and pursue new business
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to work evenings and weekends
- Approximately one year of beverage sales experience
- Wine and beer industry experience
- Proven beverage buying experience
- Familiarity with the local marketplace, companies, and community
What We Do
Elite Brands of Colorado is an independent, family-owned distributor of premium beverages founded in 2003. Based in Denver, the company specializes in distributing a wide range of premium alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, including craft beers and wines, throughout Colorado. They are committed to delivering a best-in-class beverage experience while fostering strong relationships with both beverage makers and customers.
