Chain Account Manager

Elite Brands of Colorado is a dynamic, goal oriented, Colorado owned and operated wholesale distributor of Fine Beverages and is looking for a grocery sales representative in the Denver Metro area. We employ more than 35 regional sales representatives throughout the state of Colorado and service on-premise and off-premise retail accounts. Elite Brands represents some of the finest wine, beer and spirit suppliers in the world. Please review our Portfolio page for a complete list of our suppliers.

Job Description:

We are looking for a high-energy, proven, self-motivated, and goal orientated individual to join our sales and merchandising team. This individual will manage and merchandise our portfolio of craft beer, wine and spirits to off premise chain accounts and Independent off premise accounts. The candidate we seek is a team player, has experience in beverage sales (preferably in the alcoholic beverage industry), and possesses a desire to enthusiastically generate sales activity, close sales and merchandise product.

Job Qualifications:

One year of sales experience is preferred; experience in the wine, beer and grocery industry is an advantage. Candidates must live within 25 minutes of position’s location. We would be willing to train someone with proven beverage sales experience, but beer knowledge is a must. The ideal candidate should be motivated by working independently in a regional sales situation, in the fast-changing beverage industry, and in the dynamic atmosphere of Elite Brands. This member of our team should also have high-quality organizational skills, values consistent with our mission, ability to establish relationships with customers and suppliers, and desire to actively pursue new business. Familiarity with local marketplace, companies and community in the region assigned is preferred

Position requires sales presentations, product merchandising, phone follow-up, networking with referral sources, presentation of a positive image for our company, and extensive public contact. Evening and weekend work is expected. Position also requires a reliable automobile, mobile communication (mobile phone), basic Computer Skills (working knowledge of Outlook, Word and Excel,) and the ability to lift 35 lbs. Position is full-time (40 hours/week).

Compensation: $41,000.00 – $43,000.00 / Base Salary to start; Car and Phone Allowance; Full Benefits – Health, Vision and Dental; Matched 401k; Profit Sharing; Voluntary Short and Long Disability and Life Insurance; Paid Time Off