Hybrid DSD Account Sales Rep (Direct Store Delivery) at Paris Brothers Inc.

Description

 WHO WE ARE

We are Paris Brothers, a privately held industry leader committed to excellence in all that we do. A diversified manufacturer and distributor of specialty food products, premium specialty coffee, and third-party logistics (3PL), we believe we make the world in which we participate better, especially for our wonderful customers.

GENERAL SUMMARY

The commission eligible role is responsible for visiting local accounts, selling, merchandising, supporting promotions on all lines the company distributes. They are responsible for building and maintaining positive store relationships for all assigned customers.  **Lifting of items 20-40 pounds in weight is required for this role.   Stooping, bending kneeling and reaching to place products on shelves is often needed.   

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

1. Develop and maintain positive relationships with all grocery department managers at store level

2. Maintain high levels of professionalism

3. Daily ordering at all scheduled accounts before listed cutoff times for next day delivery

4. Merchandising all product ordered previous day at all accounts

5. Maintain clean and full product displays at all accounts

6. Maintain organized and properly rotated back stock in area designated by store management

7. Ensure product distribution of all authorized manufactured and partnered products

8. Develop solid relationships at store level

9. Increase brand presence through incremental points of interruption via racks, displays and shipper placement

10. Up to date Technological Skills

11. Able to manage changing priorities

12. Possesses a sense of urgency in the completion of tasks

13. Is highly organized with great attention to detail

14. Ability to stay focused with the task at hand

15. Ability to quickly analyze situations and adapt to them

16. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required Education and Experience

-High school diploma or equivalent.

-Ability to provide your own transportation to travel throughout the city for daily for store visits.  This includes a valid driver’s license and insurance with a clean driving record.  A weekly automobile reimbursement is provided to cover the expenses associated with operating your own vehicle.

-Ability to work within a given sales area during normal business hours while making store visits that align with the needs of our customers schedule.   

Knowledge of:

· English grammar, spelling, punctuation

· Knowledge of DSD sales processes and terminology is a plus.

Skill in:

· Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.

· Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record-keeping.

· Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to:

· Work with minimal supervision.

· Work collaboratively in a team environment and interact effectively with a diverse group of people.

· Handle the physical requirements of the (noted below)

· Meet schedules and deadlines for the work

· Understand and carry out oral and written directions

· Adapt to changing priorities and work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

· Be a self-starter with problem-solving abilities.

· Understand and fulfill customer needs while maintaining a positive and professional demeanor.

· Troubleshoot issues, resolve customer complaints and find solutions to challenges that arise in the sales process.

POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

· Will work in grocery stores, stocking products on shelves.

· General work is Monday through Friday, approximately 8am until 4pm. 

· Occasional abnormal hours are expected and required for specific events.

TRAVEL 

· Frequent travel by car within the metropolitan area will be required.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

- Medical Insurance

- Dental Insurance

- Vision Insurance

- Health Savings Account (HSA)

- Life Insurance

- Short-Term Disability

- Long-Term Disability

- 401(k) w/company matching

- Paid Time Off (PTO)

- Paid Holidays

EEO STATEMENT

· Paris Brother Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Candidates will be required to complete a drug screen and successful background check post offer.