Company DescriptionThe Sales Trainee (ST) function is to support sales initiatives and provide route coverage for their colleagues during vacation, sick, injury or any special projects as needed. Sales Trainee will work with management to maintain customer relationships between sales, merchandising and operations for all large & small format “off premise” stores. The primary role of the ST is to effectively service all customers in a safe, productive and professional manner to Red Bull executional standards.Job DescriptionMANAGEMENTManage Red Bull products in assigned distribution accountsDetermine current and on going product needs at accountsEstablish and maintain friendly and professional relationships with your customers to increase sales and selling spaceBuild and protect the Red Bull brand through proper rotation to ensure fresh product and set proper brand flow following Red Bull standardsEnsure that all Red Bull equipment is clean and in good working order EXECUTIONTrain with senior Account Sales Managers on their routesCover Account Sales Managers’ routes when neededEvaluate all competitors’ activities such as new launches and price reductions and communicate with District Sales ManagerMeet monthly key performance indicators (KPI‘s) focused on the following areas: sales, distribution, pricing, display, new accounts and other merchandising components PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSEmployee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hearEmployee frequently is required to walk and sitEmployee is occasionally required to stand and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawlEmployee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds as neededSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focusExposed to moving mechanical parts and outside weather conditionsNoise level in the work environment is usually moderateForklift and commercial vehicle operations QualificationsPreferred prior sales experience; having worked in consumer packaged goods or retail organization is considered an assetKnowledge of the beverage market preferredAdditional language skills an advantageHigh school diploma or equivalent (university or college experience is an asset)Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)Outstanding relationship building and people skillsGood mathematical skillsOrganizational skillsCurrent driver’s license with clean driving recordForklift and commercial vehicle operationsAbility to work flexible shiftsAdditional InformationEducationHigh school diploma or GED requiredFluent in English, additional language skills an advantageRed Bull Canada is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, sex, disability, sexual orientation, race, religion.
