Team Lead, Small Format
About this role
TEAM LEAD, SMALL FORMAT
Hensley Beverage Company is a multi-generational, family-owned, local Arizona beverage wholesaler that distributes a wide portfolio of beverages, including Anheuser-Busch InBev (ABI) beers, top selling local and regional craft beers, premium non-alcohol beverages, and an extensive assortment of award-winning fine wines and spirits. We maintain a fine lineup of world-class products, and even more importantly, a strong team of world-class people.
Position Summary:
Supervises the performance & growth of the Teams Sales Reps. Ensure accurate communication flows consistently to & from our suppliers, retailers and internal departments.
Interested in learning more about Hensley Beverage? Follow the link below:
Position Responsibilities may include, but not limited to:
- Supports Region/Segment Manager in monitoring Small Format employees and evaluating job performance
- Trains Combo Sales Reps in “Full Book Selling”. Advises Sales Reps of Brand/SKU opportunities in their diverse markets
- Maintains a positive relationship with Internal & external customers. Monitor execution of Hensley Sales objectives
- Responds to all customer feedback (Both external & internal customers)
- Monitor Brand/Pkg distribution, POS & retail presence. Ensure Brand/Pkg integrity is adhered to for all suppliers Hensley represents
- Maintains communication with Branch Sales, Operations & Warehouse Teams
- Studies and standardizes procedures to improve efficiency of Team members and issues written and oral instructions
- Schedules & conducts regular meetings to ensure Sales Reps are informed on a regular basis
- Monitor safe working conditions exist and procedures are being adhered to by our employees
- Assists with running of sales routes when necessary
Required Skills and Experience:
- Ability to read and write routine reports. Able to speak effectively with manager, customers, fellow employees and groups
- Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
- Interpret a variety of instructions in written and oral form
- Frequently required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds
- Assists in managing employees by directing, coaching, and evaluating all Reps
- Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Hensleys policies and applicable laws
- Training and coaching of employees, evaluating their performance, rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems
- Previous beverage industry experience helpful, but not necessary
- Ability to successfully clear Background check, drug test and/or Physical
Hensley Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plus EAP, 401K, Tuition Reimbursement
- Cell phone allowance
- PTO - Paid time off
- Safe Ride Home- Cab ride or UBER reimbursement
Company at a glance
Founded in 1955, Hensley Beverage Company is one of the largest privately held companies in Arizona. Hensley offers a very diverse and first- rate portfolio of Anheuser- Busch products, import and craft beers, fine wines, spirits, specialty beverages, energy drinks, water, and teas.
Our Mission
While preserving trusted partnerships with our employees, customers, community, and our supplier partners; we strive to cultivate new ones and exceed expectations…with the finest team in the industry.
Our Vision
Through tradition, innovation, and superior service, Hensley will remain the market leader in beverage distribution delivering an expanded portfolio of world- class products as diverse as the communities we serve.
Top Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401k
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Cell Phone Allowance
- Paid Time Off
- Safe Ride Home Reimbursement
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