Sales Lead COM - Tampa, FL

Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) is a distinguished family-owned business with a rich history that dates back before the Prohibition era. Today, RNDC stands as one of the largest wine and spirits wholesalers across the United States, driven by its foundational core values of Family, Service, Accountability, Honesty, and Professionalism. This reputable company has fostered a vibrant and inclusive culture aimed at providing an exceptional workplace experience for professionals passionate about building fulfilling careers. RNDC not only focuses on business expansion but also prioritizes the health and well-being of its associates, offering dynamic health and wellness benefits that ensure outstanding care and value. As the company continues to extend its national footprint and develop its team, it invites individuals who share its enthusiasm for the wine and spirits industry and who aspire to grow their careers in a supportive and engaging environment. The role of Sales Lead at RNDC is vital in advancing the company’s mission by directly engaging with customers and driving sales growth within a designated territory. This position requires a proactive and strategic approach to managing existing sales accounts while exploring new opportunities for increased market penetration through informed and consultative selling techniques. The Sales Lead serves as the customer’s primary advocate, representing their interests and needs effectively to ensure superior service and product alignment. Key responsibilities include educating customers about the best product matches for their businesses, introducing new products to close distribution gaps, and frequently visiting accounts to maximize revenue potential. The Sales Lead also develops customized sales plans that incorporate a deep understanding of customer needs and local market conditions to optimize outreach efforts. Collaboration is essential in this role as the Sales Lead works closely with customers to comprehend and support their business strategies, goals, and objectives, ensuring tailored service and mutual success. They follow up meticulously to guarantee that orders are fulfilled accurately and promptly. Where there is an absence of a support representative, the Sales Lead assumes additional merchandising duties such as stocking shelves and building displays, which further contributes to sales growth and customer satisfaction. Moreover, this role involves continuous professional development aimed at enhancing sales skills and deepening product knowledge, ensuring that Sales Leads remain expert advisors in the fast-evolving wine and spirits market. The Sales Lead role can include working nights and weekends, especially when supporting promotional activities and managing account-related events. RNDC seeks candidates who possess strong customer service skills, have a valid driver's license with the ability to meet vehicle insurance requirements, and have completed at a minimum a one-year certificate from college or a technical school, though a four-year degree is preferred. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, competitive paid time off that can accumulate to up to five weeks annually, paid volunteer, parental, and caregiver leaves, fertility benefits, paid training, life insurance, short-term disability insurance, company-paid holidays, and access to diversity and inclusion programs. RNDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and equitable hiring practices and provides reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process to qualified applicants with disabilities.

• Current valid state driver's license
• Ability to meet vehicle insurance requirements as defined by the company
• Strong client skills and experience understanding customer needs
• Minimum one year certificate from college or technical school
• Preferred four year college degree
• 3-6 months related experience and/or training