Sales Representative (Columbia, MO)

SALES REPRESENTATIVE This roll interacts directly with the customer. This individual is responsible for sales development and program execution within a respective account base. This position is responsible for attaining monthly and annual territory sales targets. This person should be able to perform well in a team environment and have the ability to work on their own without direct daily supervision. The position reports to a Territory Manager.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Manage and track all Sales objectives for a given sales territory
• Participate in regular sales meetings to insure alignment
• Strategic planning for a sales territory
• Manage all planning, recaps and reporting
• Build and manage relationships with key accounts
• Create, manage and execute business development strategy
• Execute sales programs
• Manage a territory budget
• Manage activity calendar for territory
• Comply with all company policies

Requirements

• At least 3 years in the wine / spirits industry
• Strong wine knowledge and passion for the business
• Proficient computer / Microsoft Office skills
• Ability to communicate, present and influence customers
• Ability to educate customers
• Possess strong organization skills, attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment
• Self-motivated with a strong sense of accountability and ownership

PHYSICAL REQIREMENTS

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds
• Must have valid driver’s license