Horizon Beverage hiring Retail Sales Account Merchandiser in Woburn, Massachusetts, United States | LinkedIn (2024)

Woburn/Burlington, MA Territory Company Overview:As one of New England’s leading spirits, wine and beer distributors, Horizon Beverage Group connects a network of makers, retailers and consumers across New England. Now in our fourth generation of family ownership, we employ more than 775 team members throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

Position Summary:This position is responsible for promoting the company’s products by initiating and creating good working relationships with customers and our suppliers.

Dispatch Position Offers:

• Tue – Sat Full time flexible schedule with early morning 6AM start time
• Bonus Eligibility
• Beverage Industry Experience

Daily/Position Responsibilities (Other duties may be assigned):

• Meets trucks & restock customer shelves and displays
• Maintain Horizon Beverage products at store locations
• Execute sales representative’s display requests (bookings) on a timely basis
• Properly account for work done i.e. cases, pricing, date etc. by using Company display software and integrated digital camera
• Assist with new chain store openings and chain store shelf resets
• Utilize various equipment such as a pallet jack, two wheeled hand truck, U-boat, case cutter, and price gun
• Build and maintain good rapport working with retail owners, managers, and clerks while keeping a professional attitude toward assignments

Education/Experience:High School Diploma/GED or equivalent is required

Must have previous sales experience

Previous knowledge of the alcohol industry (bartender, wait staff, liquor store) a plus

Skills/Requirements:Candidates must be at least 21 years of age and possess a valid driver’s license, with a satisfactory driving record. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize within a multi-tasking environment; ability to work calmly under pressure with strong communication skills is a must. All candidates must demonstrate a basic level of proficiency within Microsoft Office applications

This role requires lifting and carrying of a 50+ pound case of product as well as pushing/pulling in excess of 200+ pounds utilizing a two-wheel hand truck or U-Boat on a regular basis and could require the individual to lift, carry, and climb ladders. Repeatedly bend, reach, walk, and twist while handling product weighing 5 pounds to 55 pounds during a normal work day. This role requires extensive travel throughout assigned territory; at times in extreme weather conditions.

What We Offer:Horizon Beverage Group provides benefits, support programs, resources and expertise to help employees live healthier and safer lives—at work, at home and on the road.

Eligibility for the following benefits depends on employment status.

• Competitive compensation package
• Harvard Pilgrim Medical insurance
• Guardian Dental insurance
• VSP vision insurance
• Hyatt Legal Plans
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Company paid Long Term Disability
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program
• Supplemental Insurance options
• Medicare Specialist for retirement planning
• 100% paid tuition for WSET and Cicerone certification programs

Horizon Beverage Group is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status.