Sales Representative - FIJI Water - Retail Trade Execution

Company Description

It's more than just water. It's FIJI Water. Since 1996, FIJI Water has embodied what it means to be Earth's Finest Water®. Sold in more than 60 countries, FIJI Water is known for its iconic square bottle and unique mineral profile.

Just as discerning as FIJI Water, our Sales team is seeking a distinctive sales representative that can lead and execute within market, channel, and accounts by driving store level sales to support FIJI Water in the Jacksonville, FL territory. This role is a unique opportunity to jump right into owning your accounts by merchandising and bringing forth your sales skills in the field.

Job Description

• Maintain territory through Salesforce to build and establish retail relationships.
• Take initiative to expand space and presence on FIJI Water, JUSTIN, Landmark and JNSQ products by building, moving displays, and/or product to establish best location for sales portfolio
• Rotate and stock all company authorized products on every store call
• Maintain schematic integrity, re-merchandising projects as needed including grand openings and re-models as requested by retailer
• Facilitate account penetration and achieve maximum sales, execution, and participation on all company promotions and programs
• Perform Consumer Wine Tastings for The Wonderful Company Wine Portfolio 
• Execute, maintain, and monitor company-driven marketing initiatives and programs including maintenance of POS and coupon and tie-in programs as assigned

Qualifications

• Prior sales and merchandising experience with beverage and/or grocery products preferred
• Strong relationship building skills with customers and internal associates
• Clean driving record is required - a background check will be conducted
• Ability to lift 50lbs. with no restrictions. The merchandising portion of the role is a physical job and requires a candidate who enjoys being active throughout the day.
• A customer service mindset to ensure internal/external partners receive quality sales support
• Ability to be proactive in identifying issues, recommending solutions, multi-tasking, and staying organized in a fast-paced environment
• Capability to commute within the territory boundaries as established and perform routine travel inside and outside the territory as required for sales driving activities; may require overnight travel from time to time.
• Ability to travel by air outside the territory and state to trade shows, market blitzes, national sales meetings, and the corporate office, as required by the company
• Ability to proficiently navigate MS Outlook, Word and Excel is required

Additional Information

• $450 a month in car allowance and $0.17 in gas mileage reimbursement
• Company technology provided including iPhone and iPad
• Thriving Wellness Community: Access to top-notch medical coverage comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future and including: 
  • 24/7 online physician consultations 
  • virtual mental health resources 
  • life coaching 
  • engaging employee community groups 
  • cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements 
  • library of on-demand fitness videos 
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units. 
• Focused Learning and Development: Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses. 
• Empowering Mentorship Program: Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program to share goals, overcome challenges, and drive your career forward. 
• Continuous Improvement Training: Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant, positive change in the workplace. 
• Building a Healthy Society: We focus on improving the social determinants of a healthy society-quality education and medical care, economic mobility, and a healthy environment-to help build thriving communities. Wonderful CSR
• Giving Back to the Community: Make a difference with Wonderful Giving, allowing you to allocate company-provided funds to up to three charities of your choice, and join Wonderful Neighbor to contribute to group service projects within our local communities. 

FIJI® Water, natural artesian water bottled at the source in Viti Levu (Fiji