Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $60,000.00 - $67,000.00
Work Schedule
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Paid sick leave
401k Retirement Plan
Company Vehicle
Business expense account
Cell Phone Allowance
Computer allowance
Flexible spending account
Employee Discounts
Job Description
Firestone Walker Brewing Company is a renowned regional craft brewery that began its journey in 1996, rooted deeply in the wine country of California's Central Coast. Over the years, it has grown from a small local brewery into a widely respected name in the craft beer industry, celebrated for its dedication to brewing exceptional quality beers. With a passion that drives every aspect of their work, Firestone Walker is committed to the pursuit of the perfect beer, embracing innovation while honoring traditional brewing techniques. The company has built a reputation for producing highly awarded beers and continues to be a... Show More
Job Requirements
- Competence with the use of a laptop and associated programs, including Windows and Microsoft Office suite
- experience with the use of a CRM program such as VIP Karma, Lilypad or similar
- a valid driver license with a good driving record
- a reliable, registered, and insured vehicle
- ability to drive to and from accounts continuously
- availability to work nights and weekends and work more than 40 hours per week
- ability to lift and or move up to 50 pounds
- must reside in designated territory (Bakersfield)
Job Qualifications
- A bachelor's degree and prior experience in a sales position
- prior beer sales experience preferred
- Cicerone or other beer certification strongly preferred
- knowledge of all Firestone Walker beers, other craft beers and the craft beer community
- strong oral and written communication
- strong persuasion skills
- active listening skills
- excellent time management
- excellent organization and coordination
- social perceptiveness skills
- decision making skills
- negotiation skills
Job Duties
- Uncompromising pursuit of new On and Off-Premise distribution
- call on existing key accounts to retain and develop existing distribution, secure new distribution, make timely presentations and introduce new and limited release beers
- execute weekly On and Off-Premise promotions and periodic special events that generate brand awareness and consumer sampling, as well as new distribution at target accounts
- develop and maintain strong, positive relationships with account staff and distributor sales personnel
- set the standard for follow-up and follow-through in every aspect of the role
- travel to company meetings
- participate in market blitzes in other territories, and otherwise work with other members of the Firestone Walker team to execute and achieve the sales plan
- complete necessary administrative reporting and communications on a timely basis
- maintain all sales goals and personal budgets outlined to you and your territory
- other duties as periodically assigned by your manager
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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