Sales Rep

Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) is a family-owned business with roots extending before Prohibition that has evolved into one of the nation's largest wine and spirits wholesalers. Our success is grounded in our core values of Family, Service, Accountability, Honesty, and Professionalism. We offer a vibrant, inclusive culture and workplace experience for individuals who want a career that makes them feel accomplished and engaged. RNDC values the health and well-being of our associates, inside and outside the office, offering dynamic health and wellness benefits that supply exceptional care and value. RNDC is geared toward growing our footprint and our people. Join our team of energetic professionals who believe in many happy hours and are experts in our craft.

Summary

Join us in the Wine & Spirits Industry on our Republic National Distributing Company Seattle Sales Team As Sales Representative, you maximize the sale of supplier brands to high image beverage accounts through effective account management, selling execution, and communication resulting in the achievement of company and supplier objectives

In this role, you will

• aEffectively executing distribution and volume through various qualitative drivers: distribution, drink/wine lists, wells, promotions, banquets, special events.
• Conducting staff training and education in all assigned accounts.
• Identifying opportunities, developing and implementing 'Account Action Plans'.
• Developing monthly, weekly, and daily written plans for execution.
• Creating customer business building concepts to increase company share and volume.
• Working collaboratively with supplier personnel to develop product knowledge, assist with presentations, and activate account action plans.

What you bring to RNDC

• 2+ years of sales experience in the beverage industry.
• Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent experience.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, analytical, and objection handling skills.
• Experience and knowledge of Microsoft Office environment.
• Proven abilities to develop selling strategies targeted to enhance wine and spirit sales within an account.
• Proven track record of successful selling.
• Availability for occasional evening sales calls and events.
• Ability to work with management, colleagues, and customers throughout the business and industry at every level.
• Key attributes: entrepreneurial self-starter, ambitious personality, accountable, and action oriented.
• 21+ years of age.
• Valid driver's license, reliable personal vehicle, and clean DMV record.

What's in it for you

• 401(k) with company matching
• Medical, dental and vision benefits*
• Generous paid time off program - work your way up to 5 weeks of PTO a year with the ability to carryover unused PTO
• Paid volunteer time
• Paid parental leave
• Paid caregivers leave
• Fertility benefits
• Paid training
• Company paid life insurance, short-term disability, and company-paid holidays
• Associate resource groups, and diversity, equity, and inclusion programs available for all associates

*Participation in these programs is subject to applicable wait periods and all plan and program terms and eligibility

COVID-19 considerations:

We follow CDC Guidelines and have a fun and safe environment for our teams.

Bonus if you bring

• Previous experience in the Wine and Spirits industry
• Industry certifications to include: CSW, CSS, WSET, Court of Master Sommeliers, Sake Specialist

Republic National Distributing Company and National Distributing Company are Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers. It is our policy not to discriminate against any Employee or Applicant. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability. This policy of nondiscrimination in employment includes but is not limited to: recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, employment advertising or solicitations, compensation, layoff or termination of employment.

RNDC is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to people with disabilities throughout the job application and interview process, to the point of undue hardship. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please click here.

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