JOB SUMMARY

Duvel Moortgat is internationally recognized as a leader in the high-end beer segment. The Duvel Moortgat family includes Duvel USA, Boulevard Brewing Company, and Brewery Ommegang. Our beers and cocktails are built by our people, who are bound together by a devotion to our products and customers. We are currently seeking a Sales Representative with emphasis on the metropolitan market of Los Angeles, California. The successful candidate must live in LA or the surrounding area. We offer a competitive salary, employee bonus, medical/dental, 401k, and other wonderful employee perks and benefits!

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Ensure the implementation of all sales and marketing programs for the entire portfolio (Duvel Imports, Boulevard Brewing Co, and Brewery Ommegang)

Motivate distributor sales force to achieve sales objectives

Focus on selling products and/or upgrading number of product lines across distribution channels

Identify accounts that are not being penetrated with Duvel USA products and develop a plan to establish business with such accounts

Conduct wait-staff / bartender educations, beer tastings and beer dinners

Ensure proper merchandising of on- and off-premise accounts

Plan and execute on-premise promotions as permitted (note: evenings; weekend festivals)

Develop and maintain close relationships with key accounts both on and off-premise.

Work with local distributors to increase brand awareness and consumption

Be responsible for the allocation and use of point-of-sale materials

Collect data (e.g. pricing, distribution) as required

Compile and submit reports required for the sales division

Operate effectively within corporate and budgetary guidelines

Track and monitor progress in all identified accounts

Observe all state and federal laws pertaining to the sale, merchandising and promotion of malt beverages

KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Bachelor's degree preferred

One to two years malt beverage experience, preferably with at least one year at a wine or beer distributor

Ability to interface with various levels of management, at wholesale as well as retail

Self-motivation and ability to work with limited amount of direction; ability to work both independently and within a team to accomplish goals

Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to speak in front of large groups, conduct trainings/promotions

Strong work ethic; demonstrated ability to plan and manage multiple responsibilities

An intense competitive spirit with an assertive, confident personality

Strong sense of urgency and commitment to achieving results

Strong judgment and professional maturity

Excellent problem solving skills; mathematically proficient

Willingness to travel overnight and a good driving record

Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and Power Point

Emphasis on sampling; must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary