About the role
Who We Are: Watkins Distributing is a family owned and operated beverage distribution company that has serviced Idaho and Montana for four generations. Job Summary: The Relief Sales Representative provides coverage for Sales Representatives during vacations and other absences, ensuring continuity of sales, merchandising, and customer service. Duties/Responsibilities:
* Cover assigned sales routes and territories as needed. * Maintain product inventory levels by monitoring accounts, placing orders, and communicating with store contacts. * Merchandise products to company standards, including stocking shelves, rotating product, and building displays. * Assist with deliveries when needed, including unloading, checking in product, and ensuring accurate delivery. * Maintain positive relationships with customers by providing reliable service and resolving basic sales or service issues. * Support sales initiatives by executing pricing changes, promotions, and resets as directed. * Stay knowledgeable on company products, pricing, and market conditions. * Communicate route activity, issues, and opportunities to sales management. * Performs other related duties as assigned.
Preferred Skills & Abilities * Prior experience in beverage sales, merchandising, or delivery preferred. * Strong organizational skills with the ability to adapt quickly to changing routes and responsibilities. * Reliable, flexible, and dependable with a team-oriented mindset. * Strong communication and customer service skills. * Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Physical Demands & Work Environment * Valid driver's license and clean driving record with no major violations. * Must be able to lift, move, and merchandise cases ranging from 20 – 30 lbs. regularly. Tasks include bending, squatting, reaching, and standing for extended periods. * Work independently across multiple retail locations, traveling between accounts throughout the day. * May assist with delivery routes requiring early start times.
Benefits: * Paid time off * Health insurance after 60 days * 401k matching up to 7% * Discounts on beverage products