Field Sales Representative Full-time Job

Coke Canada Bottling Sales Development Managers (SDM) are field sales representatives tasked with identifying and capitalizing on sales opportunities with a wide range of customers, including Grocery stores, Mass Merchandisers, Convenience & Gas stores, Restaurants & Bars, and other Food Service / On Premise establishments. The SDM's primary goal is to drive profitable sales by deeply understanding the diverse channels and Coke Canada's beverage portfolio.

Coke Canada’s aim is to become our customers’ most valued supplier.  The SDM plays a critical role in helping us achieve this goal, in many cases they will be the first point of contact for our customers. Developing strong, collaborative partnerships will be a priority.  

Additionally, the SDM will play a pivotal role in expanding the customer base and driving business growth within their designated territory.

Responsibilities

• Execute and close all sales calls
• Sell in incremental displays and equipment placements; sell in promotional programs and ensure dealer compliance
• In connection with a sales call, maintain appropriate inventory levels, maintain company assets and point of sale, ensure account meets Company merchandising standards, determine stores' product needs, place and transmit appropriate order in conjunction with existing geographic sales routes
• Communicate account activities to appropriate parties
• Transport, replace and maintain Point of Sale advertising as appropriate for account
• Buillds, changes and removes product displays and cleans product space.
• Periodic lifting of 50+ pounds, bending, reaching, kneeling and light merchandising.

Qualifications

• High School or GED (General Education Diploma) required
• Bachelor Degree/3-4 Yr College - Univ. Degree preferred
• 1+ years of general work experience
• 1+ years previous sales experience preferred
• Food/beverage industry experience a plus
• Ability to handle multiple customer accounts
• Strong attention to detail and follow-up skills
• Excellent planning and organization skills
• Proficient computer application skills
• Ability to create and conduct sales presentations preferred
• Must have a vehicle
• Valid driver's license and driving record within MVR policy guidelines, with access to reliable transportation