Brand Development Representative

Job DetailsJob Location: GA Smyrna 01 - Smyrna, GA 30082About United
United is the largest beverage alcohol wholesaler in both Georgia and Alabama. With two members of the fourth generation of the Hertz family involved in leadership roles, United is one of the 2-3% of family businesses that are able to successfully transition beyond the third generation. The Hertz family remains focused on growth, leveraging its most distinct market advantages in order to maintain its upward momentum. Its talented and innovative team of sales representatives and brand builders has the unique ability to recognize synergies between all three categories of alcohol, making it possible for United to grow its product portfolio and business successfully in Georgia and beyond.
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The primary responsibility of a Brand Development Representative is to strategically plan, organize and execute local events and brand promotions, helping to increase brand knowledge and gain/grow the distribution of United’s priority brands.  Brand Development Representatives serve as a marketing arm for United’s sales teams as well as our suppliers, promoting in both the on and off-premise accounts.Qualifications
Must be 21 years or older
Bachelor’s degree or Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university
Valid driver’s license for applicable state
Able to secure and maintain auto-liability insurance in accordance with state laws
Ability to secure and maintain a State Alcohol Sales Permit in accordance with state laws
Sales experience in the food and drug industry preferred
Restaurant/Bar/ industry experience preferred
Extensive knowledge of products

Responsibilities

Attend Brand Development meetings and sales division meetings
Attend brand kick-offs and special events
Help gain and grow distribution of United priority brands for beer, wine, and spirits
Prepare and execute off and on premise promotions
Assist with product delivery, set up and execution of festivals/events for United and its suppliers.
Work collaboratively with all suppliers and sales teams in planning and executing promotions
Execute an average of 7-10 promotions/events per week
Visit numerous accounts per day, presenting and scheduling promotions
Secure price features in accounts for promotions
Check inventory levels of products to prepare for promotions
Merchandise and decorate accounts with appropriately branded POS
Schedule and execute product brand training for accounts bar and wait-staff.
Meet, schedule, and train spokesmodels on brand knowledge, recipes, program details, price features, etc.
Execute and provide all necessary promotion recaps and photos in a timely and accurate manner
Recap brand promos with surveys using United software
Perform other duties as assigned
Drive to all call points
Work is a combination of days, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed

Competencies

Decision Making
Plan and Organize
Customer Focus
Professionalism
Flexibility
Communication
Interpersonal Skills
Problem Solving/Solution-Oriented
Collaboration
Conflict Resolution
Positive Attitude
Self-Motivated
Creativity
Working As a Team
Willingness to Learn

Critical Skills

Time management
Creativity and Innovation
Product knowledge
Proficient in Microsoft Office and other United technology use
Excellent verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Strong organizational skills with a proven ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time in order to meet frequently changing deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Able to read, write, and perform business math computations

Working Conditions

Some work in normal office environment
Able to maintain very high proficiency and job standards while working in a non-temperature controlled environment that includes exposure to heat, high humidity, and inclement weather
Able to work occasionally in refrigerated areas
Exposure to smoke and dust in certain accounts
Able to work in an environment with moderate to loud noise levels at events and in accounts

Physical Requirements and Essential Functions

Regular, reliable attendance required
Able to drive a vehicle for extended periods of time
Able to taste. talk and hear, stand and walk, sit, reach with arms and hands, lift and carry, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel
Able to sit for extended periods of time, using computer keyboard, mouse, monitor, or calculator
Able to perform greater than average lifting (50-65 lbs)
Able to frequently climb or balance, stoop, kneel or crouch
Must have specific vision abilities that include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to judge distance

Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact [email protected] or call 800-381-9947 for assistance with an accommodation.