Territory Sales Representative - A

Alliance, Nebraska! 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Position Summary: The purpose of this role is to ensure customer needs are met and that the company's presence within the assigned territory aligns with company's standards and expectations. The Territory Sales Representative (TSR) is responsible for coordinating with Retail Sales Merchandisers (RSM's) and/or Merchandiser's in the areas of merchandising, promotions, displays and other sales opportunities within assigned accounts or territories, with the goal of growing volume, share, revenue, and profit. This role also oversees relationships with key accounts to ensure excellent customer service, drive sales and strengthen market share at the store level.

Essential Job Functions

• Audit store accounts to ensure Company standards are met and identify opportunities to expand product lines by selling in additional items


• Merchandise product and promotional materials as needed


• Maintain regular communication with store managers to understand product and merchandising needs and maintain positive working relationships


• Coordinate with Retail Sales Merchandisers (as applicable by franchise) to ensure current and upcoming products and promotions are ordered appropriately to meet store needs


• Ensure store managers comply with LinPepCo agreements, promotional signage requirements, and pricing standards


• Clean and replace signs, displays, glides, racks and cold barrels as needed


• Stock and rotate product on shelves


• Provide excellent customer service


• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma and two years of related route sales experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience


• Valid driver's license


• Valid pallet jack and/or forklift certification


• Knowledge of inventory management and general merchandising


• Understanding of principles and practices related to customer service


• Basic knowledge of accounting principles


• Basic proficiency with computers and tablets


• Effective oral and written communication skills


• Skill in coordinating the work of others


• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, judgment, and decision-making skills


• Ability to organize and prioritize work and tasks


• Strong attention to detail


• Ability to work collaboratively with others


• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Company Overview and EEO Statement

LinPepCo is a Pepsi-Cola independent distributor and has more than 35 years of soft drink and vending product distribution experience. Our company includes five Pepsi franchises in the Midwest, a full-line vending company, a full-service coffee company and a refrigeration division that specializes in equipment service leasing. In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at LinPepCo will be based on merit, qualifications, skills and other relevant criteria. LinPepCo does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Disclaimer

This job description should not be construed to imply that these requirements are the exclusive standards of the job. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as may be required. Reasonable accommodation will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not to be construed as a contract for employment.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.