Sales Development Representative

Grey Eagle Distributors offers an onsite, full-time Sales Development Representative role in Belleville, Illinois. You will work with select on and off premise retail accounts to sell supplier products, maintain appropriate inventory levels, provide resources that promote product sell-through, and uphold a consistent call frequency through scheduled account visits.

Benefits

• Onsite role based in Belleville, Illinois
• Full-time position with a schedule that is primarily Monday through Friday, with seasonal variations
• Local travel required, typically during regular business hours
• Opportunity to introduce new brands and packaging and support sell-through efforts
• Access to sales data tools such as VIP and IDIG and standard Microsoft Office applications
• Collaborative environment with cross-department communication
• Adherence to Grey Eagle supplier standards and liquor regulations

Responsibilities

• Maintain a consistent retail call cadence by following the structured selling process
• Keep retail inventory levels accurate and up to date
• Plan, build, and replenish product displays as needed
• Manage POCM placements and optimize shelf visibility
• Expand shelf space by selling in additional products
• Rotate products to ensure freshness and compliance
• Fill and organize shelves as required
• Plan and execute promotion activities with the accounts
• Follow up on delivery issues and resolve discrepancies
• Introduce and sell in new brands and packaging, including activities to support sell-through
• Complete required paperwork such as point sheets, expense reports, tracking forms, surveys, and work orders
• Establish and monitor quality control standards for product freshness and shrink
• Communicate with all company departments as necessary
• Make daily inventory decisions using past sales history, VIP and IDIG data, competitive activity, and promotions
• Maintain all required information in VIP
• Assist with delivery as needed
• Complete merchandising tasks as required
• Comply with Grey Eagle supplier standards and policies
• Adhere to Federal, State, and Local liquor regulations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED certificate required
• At least one year of beverage or consumer goods selling or merchandising experience
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude
• Friendly, courteous, and professional demeanor
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent customer orientation with strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to safely operate job related equipment
• Ability to meet physical requirements including repetitive lifting and movement of product
• Frequent lifting or carrying of package product up to 50 pounds and draught product up to 165 pounds
• Regular and reliable attendance
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record
• Flexible hours including nights, weekends, and some holidays as needed
• Technologically proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background and drug screening
• Ability to perform all essential job functions and duties as assigned

Technologies

• VIP
• IDIG
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint

Work Environment

• Varied account settings including grocery stores, convenience stores, gas stations, bars, and restaurants

Physical Demands

• Occasionally stand, walk, sit, and use hands to handle objects or operate controls
• Reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl as needed
• Speak and hear clearly in communication with customers and colleagues
• Occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds and draught product weighing up to 165 pounds

Position Type and Expected Hours

This is a full-time position. Hours are primarily Monday through Friday, though day and weekly hours may vary based on organizational needs. The summer season is the busiest period. The company is generally closed on major holidays, but holiday schedules may require routing adjustments. Local travel is required and will occur mostly during the business day along your specific sales route.