Sales Rep Trainee - Temporary with Potential for Permanent Hire

At T.J. Sheehan Distributing, we believe in doing right by our employees, suppliers, customers, and communities. We believe hard work delivers results. And we believe these values are why our network of distributors, the Sheehan Family Companies, has been in business for over 125 years. Here you’ll work with a team that’s rooting for you to succeed and empowering you to reach your full potential. We’re looking for hardworking, motivated, and good-humored individuals to join our close-knit team and help us grow our business.

Get your start in the beer business! This is a temporary position with the potential to become permanent.

The Sales Rep Trainee will learn the essential skills to become a Sales Representative and provide coverage of routes when necessary. Our Sales Reps ensure the successful sale, distribution and retail execution of our products and related programs resulting in the overall volume growth of the accounts within the assigned territory.

*This position will cover the Buffalo territory.

What you'll be doing:

Covering sales routes, strengthening your relationships with account owners 

Ensure that all product is rotated and code policy is followed

Successful sale, distribution and placement of products

Proper merchandising of accounts with permanent and paper POS

Effective accounts receivable collections within corporate credit policy

Conduct promotions in accounts on a regular basis or when required

Develop new accounts and new placements

Organize and execute placement of window neons and banners at all accounts

Handle customer inquiries regarding credit, delivery, product information and other inquiries as they arise

Execute monthly goals as related to business activities

Maintain a regular schedule of weekly appointments with accounts in assigned area

Develop and maintain effective customer relations

Other duties as assigned

What you'll need to succeed: 

Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in marketing, sales and management or equivalent experience

Excellent oral and written communications skills

Enthusiastic, high energy, and self-motivated individual with a desire to succeed

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Ability to work in all environments (including physical labor such as lifting, standing, sitting, kneeling, etc.)

Must have strong attention to detail, communicate effectively, and strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Why join us?

Competitive pay: $26.50 an hour 

*The schedule is Monday-Friday 45-47 hours with a start time 6:00 AM until work is completed (typical end time could range from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM). 

Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance - $0 in-network deductible, better-than-average premium contribution

Paid time off & holidays

401k Savings Plan with company match

Growth & development opportunities

Employee Assistance Program with Work-Life Services

Employee Wellbeing Program

Tuition Assistance Program

Discounted Pet Insurance

Personal technology and cell phone plan discounts

Supplemental Plans available: Disability, Life Insurance, Legal & Identity Protection

The Sheehan Family Companies are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We believe in an inclusive culture that provides mutual respect with salary advancement based on merit and individual performance.  Sheehan Family Companies is committed to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate against any protected class. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical​​​ condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or ​expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

*In applying for this job and providing your phone number, you are authorizing the Sheehan Family Companies to contact you via text message for recruiting purposes. You may opt out of text messaging at any time.

TJ Sheehan is a proud Anheuser-Busch distributor offering an unmatched product portfolio of domestic, import and craft beers, ciders, artisanal wines, spirits, non-alcoholic beverages and more to our customers across Central and Western New York. 

Education

• High School or better

• Bachelors or better

Licenses & Certifications

• Driver's License

Behaviors

• Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

• Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
• Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help