ASSISTANT ACCOUNT MANAGER LF

Job Description

Job Description

About the company :

Hoffman Beverage Company is a leading, local, and family-owned beverage distributor that was founded in 1919. We are committed to our mission of distributing the world’s best beverages through great people and genuine partnerships .

Hoffman Beverage is dedicated to building strong, lasting relationships with our customers, suppliers, and communities. We proudly embrace our values, as they define the qualities we impart in our team and our organization :

TEAMWORK ATTITUDE PASSION INTEGRITY NEVER SATISFIED

If you love our products, you’ll really enjoy being a part of the Hoffman Beverage team.

General Summary :

As a Sales Representative in Large Format, you will spend a considerable time in the market cultivating and growing business in our Grocery store accounts by educating and building existing and new partnerships.

Executes the role in relief capacity to ensure service is consistently being provided to Hoffman Beverage large business chain accounts.

Job Requirements :

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must possess a valid Virginia Driver's License.
• Must have reliable transportation and proof of auto insurance.
• Motor Vehicle Report must meet company standards.
• High School Diploma or GED. College Preferred.
• Must be a detail and results-oriented professional with excellent verbal / written communication skills.

Knowledge / Skills :

• Valid VA Driver's License and driving record must meet Hoffman Beverage standards.
• Ability to operate efficiently under minimal supervision (self-managed role)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• A willingness to be trained and follow procedures accurately
• Excellent written expression, solid communication, and intermediate math skills are required.
• Must have computer experience that demonstrates competence with e-mail, Internet, and basic Microsoft programs.

Experience :

• Previous sales experience strongly preferred
• Previous beverage experience strongly preferred

Duties and Responsibilities :

Day-to-day tasks include but are not limited to :

• Maximize sales and distribution of all HB package products in accounts.
• Maintain the integrity of the shelf sets for all coolers and hot shelves.
• Create accurate orders utilizing sales history and avoid out-of-stock.
• Ensure all orders are written and submitted by the designated time.
• Maintain proper rotation in accordance with HB policy and their suppliers.
• Routinely communicate with drivers and warehouse to convey changes in daily routine.
• Aggressively sell in and maintain displays.
• Maintain proper POS in each account (i.e., case cards, MIR, IRC, shelf strips, and pricing info).
• Communicate with store managers daily for sales opportunities.
• Communicate daily and provide feedback to Team Leader about changes in accounts (i.e., a new product of competition, pricing disparities, new managers, etc.).
• Carry an adequate supply of all sales tools needed (i.e., price cards, core buff, banners, and other related sales tools).
• Responsible for updating and communicating account maintenance to the Team Leader (i.e., closings, openings, changes of contact).
• Daily completion of account calls per HB route itinerary.
• Maintains the integrity of HB equipment (i.e., cleanliness of company vehicle and proper handling of ordering tools (computer).
• Maintains a professional business appearance per company best practice.
• Performs other duties as directed.

Disclaimer : The above statements are intended to describe, and general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification.

They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and / or skills required of all personnel so classified.

Equal Opportunity Employer : Hoffman Beverage Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.