Shore Point Distributing Company is expanding our team and seeking motivated individuals to join our Freehold, NJ team as a Relief Sales Representative.

About Us:

Shore Point Distributing is a family-owned beverage distributor located in Freehold, NJ. We carry an extensive line of national, regional, and local craft beers and are one of the largest beverage wholesalers in the state.

Job Description:

As an outside Relief Sales Representative, you will execute in-person sales strategies and programs to drive growth in your assigned sales area. You will identify new opportunities for growth, manage replenishment orders, and build strong customer relationships while covering a sales route.

Responsibilities:

Represent, solicit, and present our full portfolio to all accounts.Execute sales plans and programs, communicate pricing and promotions, and coordinate product merchandising according to supplier and distributor standards.Utilize all available resources and technologies to promote sales growth.Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers in all accounts.Manage daily account activities, including call-ins, back orders, and online portal submissions. Ensure accurate inventory levels to minimize out-of-stocks and potential quality issues.Maintain compliance with quality control and product code date standards as required by supplier contracts. Utilize available tools for account inventory, pick-up and move procedures, and inventory rotation.Follow a consistent sales route visit schedule.Prepare and submit reports on key sales metrics and surveys accurately and in a timely manner. Monitor receivables and the disbursement of account credits.Maintain an up-to-date Draft Survey, submitted at every on-premises sales call weekly or bi-weekly, depending on the call frequency of the account.Maintain the company vehicle and all assigned company property in good condition.Maintain all ABC-required documents, including transit permits, solicitors permits, invoices, sampling logs, and sample stickers.Accurately maintain account maintenance information (e.g., open/close, draft/package, ethnic patron, opening/delivery windows, delivery information, displayability, etc.).Assume all responsibilities and direction for the route being covered while the route sales rep is unavailable.

Skills and Qualifications:

Associate's degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.Minimum of 1 year of customer service/sales experience.Ability to multi-task and handle administrative tasks with high attention to detail.Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize and multi-task in a highly demanding environment.Effective communication and interpersonal skills.Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.Clean driving record and reliable transportation.This role requires employees to obtain and maintain eligibility for a Solicitor Permit issued by the New Jersey Division of Alcoholic Beverage Control.

Benefits:

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.Paid Time Off.Life Insurance.Long Term Disability.401(k) with 4% Company Contribution and up to 3% Company Match.

All candidates considered will undergo a background check, pre-employment drug screen, and a physical exam.