Sales Representative (Wine Jobs: Sales & Marketing)

  Empire Merchants North

  Cheektowaga, New York

Job Description

Empire Merchants North is the premier wine and spirits distributor in Upstate New York with roots going back to the end of Prohibition. With more than 700 dedicated associates and state-of-the-art facilities, Empire Merchants North has become synonymous with both service and quality and has earned the loyalty of more than 9,000 area restaurants, bars, hotels, nightclubs, and retail outlets. Empire Merchants North acts as a marketing agent for the brands that we represent and is proud to employ the most knowledgeable and well-equipped sales force in Upstate New York.

We are seeking a high energy, motivated Sales Representative to cover a territory in Erie County.

Our Sales Representatives maximize the sales of supplier brands to the trade and consumer through effective territory planning, selling, merchandising, and communication.  They follow an established sales route to call on liquor stores in their assigned region, attend company/supplier trainings and use promo opportunities to ensure sales.

Skills & Requirements

• A clean, valid New York State Driver’s License is required.
• Ability to obtain and hold a valid NYS Solicitor’s Permit
• Bachelor’s degree is required
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in the food/beverage industry is required; adult beverage experience preferred.

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