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Sales Associate - Red Bull - Portland, OR

Columbia Distributing

Vancouver, WA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$22.50–$22.51 Per Hour
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Auto Insurance, Communication Skills, Competitive Research, Corporate Policies, Customer Relations, Door-to-Door Sales, Driver's License, Expense Management, Hand Tools, Insurance, Inventory Management, Market Share, Market Trend Analysis, Merchandising, Multilingual, Pallet Jack, People Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Sales, State Laws and Regulations, Time Management, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Vancouver, WA
POSTED
30+ days ago
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Sales Associate - Red Bull
#26-245
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Working Locations
Portland, Oregon, United States
Vancouver, Washington, United States

Pay Range
$22.50 per hour

Job Details

Summary

Sales Associates are to accomplish sales, merchandising and distribution goals by assisting the execution of business objectives and company initiatives.

Primary Responsibilities


Effectively sell, rotate and merchandise the Red Bull portfolio in all assigned accounts
Accomplish sales and distribution goals by assisting the execution of business objectives and company initiatives
Provide route relief for Sales Representatives as scheduled
Manage inventory expenses in accordance with company policy
Interact respectfully and maintain dialog with inter-company departments, suppliers and customers
Establish and maintain a high level of industry knowledge: Red Bull, CSDs, trends, market share, etc.
Utilize Columbia University for Professional Education (CUPE) courses to improve effectiveness
Monitor competitive activity and communicate strategies
Maintain appropriate themed programs to meet supplier and company standards
Submit all required reporting, preplans, trackers, surveys, market surveys (MVPs), expense report, mileage log, etc. by the required due date
Understand and assist with MVP Standards
Adhere to all state liquor laws and regulations
Complete all other tasks or projects as assigned
Demonstrate behaviors consistent with those of the Company's Core Values at all times

Key Competencies


General knowledge of industry products
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Bilingual preferred
Effective organizational and time management skills
Ability to develop strong relationships with internal and external customers

People Management

None

Work Environment

Work indoors with occasional outdoor work.

Physical Demands


Lift, carry, push, pull up to 165 lbs.
Use arms, wrists, hands, grasp
Must be proficient in the use of industry tools including hand truck, six-wheeler, manual pallet jack, box cutter, etc.
Must be able to drive and operate a vehicle

Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position. Days and hours will vary.

Required Education and Experience


Valid driver's license and auto insurance required
High School diploma or GED required
Sales Fundamental (which includes CSP training and certification) required upon hiring

Preferred Education and Experience


Minimum one (1) year previous industry experience preferred

Compensation


Actual compensation packages are based on a wide array of factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, years and depth of experience, certifications, and specific location.
Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan. Employees are also eligible for 80 hours of vacation every year and 7-8 days of paid holidays throughout the calendar year (depending on location).
Hired applicant may be eligible for incentives/ bonuses/ annual bonuses.

Benefits
Paid Vacation and Sick Days Holiday Pay Competitive Health Insurance Plans 401(k) with company matching Short-Term Disability and More Benefits may not be available for positions covered under active CBA, seasonal, or part-time.

AAP/EEO Statement
Columbia Distributing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Please contact the Human Resources Dept. at (425)251-9300 or email recruiting@coldist.com if you have questions regarding reasonable accommodations.

Columbia Distributing is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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