Job Description:   

This position is accountable for developing, coordinating, and directing all activities involved with shelf space management in the retail trade.  It is responsible for the development of shelf space business plans, objectives, and tracking systems including the use of new brand/product information.  

Job Duties: 

• Check in with supervisor to get daily objective and information on new re-sets 

• Fill in daily task workbook from prior day / week ending 

• Perform and assist re-set if scheduled.  Put up tags, pricing and clean area 

• Design cooler sets to increase sustainable package distribution 

• Communicate with salesman about the resets (ie:  most urgent) 

• Learn new software.  Update current software 

• Print out schematics sent by competitors or chains 

• Obtain sets by meeting with the store owners.  Propose objective for set change 

• Update end of month binder which includes compiling the sets for end of year reviews by MC 

• Keep up with lifting of priority, pending and potential re-sets.  If we are the captains (by obtaining set) print out two copies and reversals.  Go back to retailer to post and follow up 

• Keep inventory and stocks of pricing supplies (quick chips, shelf hangers, etc) 

• Document plans to insure completion of monthly goals and incentives 

• Stay current on all product promotions, supplier policies and sales techniques, etc. by attendance at meetings, training seminars, training films, in-house training, and other activities dictated by management to expand product knowledge and to improve performance 

• Update cooler sets in independent C-stores and chain 

• Design organized cooler sets that maximize sales 

• Save all schematics and backup on the shared drive 

• Analyze sales data to determine sales trends 

• Work with retailers on ways to increase sales.  Meet with store owner/manager/director on each visit. Demonstrate a sincere interest in the business success of each of your accounts 

• Have a positive attitude about all of your fellow employees when in discussions with retailers 

• Remains informed of company/supplier activities and updates by attending and actively participating in weekly sales meetings 

• Be able and willing to complete assigned work schedule on a daily basis even if extra hours are required 

• Have all mandatory brands / packages available in each account 

• Follows company policies & procedures  

• Attends company meetings as requested 

• Maintain open and clear communications with the managers and other employees of the company 

• Maintain forward thinking and bring positive feedback and ideas to the General Manager 

• Have a positive attitude about the company and all of your fellow employees when in discussions with retailers and suppliers 

This list is not all inclusive but rather an overview of the role’s primary work duties. 

Qualifications: 

• High school diploma or GED required.  

• An understanding of alcoholic beverage industry 

• Ability to work with computer programs associated with the performance of the position. 

• Must be a result oriented professional with excellent verbal/written communication skills; uses diplomacy and discretion 

• Ability to work well with all levels of the organization, to organize, prioritize, negotiate, manage, motive others and solve problems 

• Ability to multi-task, work independently and/or within a team, pay attention to detail and meet deadlines 

• Highly professional, with ability to interface well with internal and external contacts 

• Have strong customer service and interpersonal expertise  

• Decision making, thoroughness and time management a must 

• Knowledge of geographic areas; familiarity with assigned territory 

• Possess a valid Texas drivers license and have an acceptable MVR 

• Carry automobile insurance per company policy 

• Valid TABC License 

• Pass background and drug screens 

• Prior beer industry experience preferred. 

Supervisory Responsibility: 

This position has no supervisory responsibilities