Sales Representative Job Opening

Skyland Distributing Company is Western North Carolina's premier beverage distributor. Our portfolio and distribution footprint include a fine selection of wines, imported, domestic and craft beers, as well as non-alcoholic beverages distributed across 38 counties in Western North Carolina. Please visit our website at www.sdcwnc.com.

About You:

• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Goal-oriented and possess a high level of organization.
• Team spirited and solution focused.
• Must be dependable, have a positive attitude, and have the ability to quickly build effective working relationships with customers and co-workers.
• Exhibit a track record of exceeding sales goals and producing quality results while managing tight deadlines.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills in addition to decision making abilities and negotiating strengths.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Partner with established Skyland Distributing Company accounts and mutually grow our business.
• Establish new accounts within the designated sales route.
• Manage a territory of chain and independent accounts.
• Make effective sales presentations of Skyland Distributing Company products.
• Identify opportunities for sales growth within new and existing accounts.
• Work with our supplier partners to promote their products in the market.
• Evening or weekend work may be required at times.
• Prepare and present professional written and oral brand presentations.
• Responsible for assigned quotas and placement objectives on a monthly basis.
• Provides work itinerary and sales accomplishments to District Manager.

Education, Experience, Skills and Qualifications:

• 4 year degree preferred or equivalent industry experience.
• Valid Driver's License with clean driving record.
• Must be able to lift boxes 40+ lbs.
• Must successfully pass both a physical and a criminal background check.
• Proficient in the use of an iPad and G Suite by Google.
• Aptitude to market an extensive portfolio of brands for placement within assigned accounts.
• Passionate about the wine and beer industry and a desire to constantly improve knowledge and understanding of all major wine regions, and imported, domestic and craft beers.

Why Skyland Distributing Company?

• Competitive commissions plus monthly and quarterly bonuses available.
• Family owned company experiencing rapid growth.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• 401k with company match program.
• Opportunity to sell an extensive portfolio of fine wines, beers and other beverages.
• On-the-job sales training.
• Paid mileage and monthly incentives.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• Sales: 2 years (Preferred)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

License:

• Driver's License (Required)