We have an exciting opportunity for a Retail Sales Representative to promote and sell Steam Whistle pilsner and our other brands within the GTA.
Responsibilities:
- Achieve annual company goals and objectives set for the retail channels within the given territory
- Execute sales and marketing initiatives, new product launches, enhancing brand awareness and in-store relationships
- Represent the brands at retail events within the retail channels. Organize, solidify and attend new store openings, and ensure product listings and merchandising in place
- Seek new opportunities to customize and increase brand exposure via display, coldbox placement, adhoc opportunities
- Build seasonal and promotional displays at retail, and pre-selling promotional activity to drive growth
- Visit various retail stores within the given territory based on prescribed frequency and routing guidelines; identifying new distribution opportunities; building a partnerships that maximizes profitable share and volume through distribution, visibility and service for your region
- Build, maintain and provide as requested, call route plans, field notes, pictures and competitive intel
- Manage budget as provided
- Assist the distribution department as required to maintain sales and relationships and to support corporate initiatives and programs and provide emergency delivery support when called upon
- Review and analyze key sales data and comprehend rep reports
- Proactively use and maintain retail sales tools to inform and influence goals in store; ie-8 week report, Last Call, CRM, Daily/Weekly/Monthly reports etc.
- To use every opportunity to build relationships with drinkers and key influencers that result in brand loyalty and repeat purchase
- To execute corporate and marketing initiatives and leverage them into consumer loyalty and beer sales
- To effectively manage the given territory, ensuring all administration records and information is current and up to date
- Attend and participate in various company sales and marketing meetings
- Maintain a full understanding of the products, history and brand activity
- To fully understand and comply with the legal and regulatory regulations of the Alcohol and Gaming Commission, appropriate to Ontario
- To ensure that timely and accurate expense reports are submitted when due
The salary range for this position is $55,000 to $68,000 base, plus bonus, and branded vehicle.
AI Disclosure - We do not use Artificial Intelligence in our recruitment/selection process.
Skills and Experience:
- Retail experience is an asset, along with the ability to manage your own time, build strong relationships and increase sales
- Detailed oriented problem solver and fresh-thinking
- Ability to generate account based merchandising solutions
- Takes initiatives in pursuing daily objectives
- Strong organization and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Outgoing and personable with the ability to create strong relationships, and quickly build rapport
- Produce Monthly reporting and trade highlights
- Resourceful with an entrepreneurial spirit
- Valid Driver’s G License
- 3 years + experience in retail sales in Beverage Alcohol industry considered an asset
We Offer:
- The opportunity to work for one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies
- Paid training and development, related to area of work
- 12-pack of beer each week
- Competitive pay, and quarterly bonus plan
- Friendly, collaborative environment
- 3 weeks vacation to start with additional day per year to 20 days
- 6 paid wellness days
- Health and Dental Benefits Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Branded Vehicle
- Cell Phone
- Subsidized Gym Membership
- Epic Parties
Diversity/Equality
Steam Whistle Brewing is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. We are dedicated to building a diverse workforce. We will accommodate individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Please advise us of any requirements and we will do our best to meet your needs. Hr@steamwhistle.ca
