Now Hiring - LA Distributing Co - Sales Associate - Beverage Distributor - Koreatown/Los Angeles in Los Angeles, CA

Full description of the position

Los Angeles Distributing is a premium snack and beverage distributor specializing in healthier, better-for-you brands and craft beer. Serving the Greater Los Angeles area, we supply retailers with products such as kombucha, cold-pressed juice, premium waters, plant-based snacks, cold brew coffee, and local craft breweries. We are a rapidly growing company with strong upward mobility and an excellent company culture. SUMMARY The Sales Associate's primary responsibility is to ensure our products are consistently available and well-presented at retail locations. This includes merchandising shelves, maintaining stock levels and code dates, presenting brands effectively, and selling additional opportunities to store buyers (such as displays). Approximately 90% of this role involves merchandising and organizing product in receiving areas. In addition to Merchandising and Sales, the Sales Associate will also prospect new customers and maintain ongoing supplier relationships to build the skills needed to eventually service a full sales route. Important Requirement: All Sales Associates must use their personal vehicle to visit assigned accounts within their designated territory. Mileage reimbursement is provided. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIESMerchandising

• Achieve and exceed metrics related to inventory management, out-of-stock levels, and out-of-code thresholds.
• Deliver best-in-class customer service related to in-store execution, supply chain, and accounting needs.
• Stay aligned and responsive to your Territory Sales Manager regarding daily servicing and store needs. Sales
• Drive revenue and distribution goals across approximately 50 managed house accounts.
• Meet and exceed Sales Effectiveness metrics, including accurate order collection and on-time delivery.
• Collaborate with the Key Account team to execute supplier programs and support overall LAD success. Prospecting
• Utilize our catalog, product samples, and brand stories to generate interest with potential new accounts.
• Effectively communicate LAD's value proposition to drive new distribution and revenue. Supplier Relationships & Communication
• Maintain regular communication and conduct route rides with key suppliers to execute programming.
• Interpret route accounting software and reporting to provide accurate updates to suppliers.
• Communicate professionally and courteously via email and other channels. Starting Wage $18$21 per hour Job Type: Full-time Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits

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• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off Experience:
• Beverage: 1 year (Required) Work Location: On the road