Sales Representative (Contract)

What makes this a great opportunity?

The Sales Representative’s mission will be to achieve and/or exceed planned territory/provincial objectives by budget and volume and maximize brand distribution through personal contact at licensee and retail level.

This is a fixed term contract position. 

Role Responsibilities

• Responsible for calling on Government, Retail and On-Trade to achieve incremental orders and promote Suntory Global Spirits brands.
• Consistent and constant pre-planning and review of territory coverage
• Aggressive and dynamic shelf and facing management, menu and back bar placement maximizing distribution objectives
• Maximize display and merchandising opportunities
• Maximize on-premise and consumer penetration of brands
• Know features and benefits of our brands as well as competitor brands
• Develop and maintain overall beverage alcohol knowledge
• Recognize competitive activity and assess opportunity for the company
• Competently conduct on-premise training programs
• Preparation and timely submission of required reports
• Manage budgets to maximize effectiveness
• Ensure all SAP account information is up to date
• Some evening and weekend hours are needed

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Business/Commerce preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Must have valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• Candidate must be physically able to lift 16-18kgs on a regular basis
• Minimum of 2 years previously related sales experience – CPG preferred

Core Competencies:

• Business and Financial acumen: the ability to identify and address the potential risks and opportunities for the company
• Deliver results that can reach goals and meet deadlines
• Interpersonal Skills: Able to create and maintain productive relationships within the company and externally
• Leadership: able to inspire and motivate others to perform well
• Change Management: able to successfully adapt to changes
• Strategic Thinking: able to step back in order to solve problems and become oriented
• Organizational skills: able to manage priorities, to be organized and work well in a challenging environment where the pace is fast.
• Communication skills: has excellent communication skills, both written and spoken and demonstrated ability to work effectively with internal and external contacts