Sales Representative (Hood River, OR/The Dalles, OR)
Posted on October 24, 2025
Anheuser-Busch is a leading American brewery company known for its rich heritage and a diverse portfolio of some of the most beloved beer and beverage brands in the United States, including Michelob ULTRA, Cutwater Spirits, Budweiser, Kona Brewing Co, Stella Artois, and Bud Light. With a workforce of approximately 19,000 employees, Anheuser-Busch is deeply invested in creating a future filled with more cheers by delivering high-quality products that consumers trust and love. The company prides itself on its commitment to American manufacturing, sourcing over $700 million in ingredients from American farmers and investing nearly $2 billion in its 100 facilities nationwide over the past five years. This devotion not only ensures the highest product standards but also fosters economic growth and community development across the country. As a company that values passion, talent, curiosity, and dedication, Anheuser-Busch offers an empowering work environment where employees are provided with the resources, opportunities, and support to realize their full potential. Their culture is rooted in dreaming big and looking ahead to new ways to meet life's moments, making them a dynamic leader in the beverage industry.
The role of a Sales Representative at Anheuser-Busch is a pivotal position, ideal for driven individuals who want to be empowered to own their sales routes and cultivate market growth in every aspect of the business. Positioned in Hood River, OR, and The Dalles, OR, this role offers a base salary of $51,500 plus a pay-for-performance opportunity of $15,960, reflecting both the importance and reward of excelling in this position. Sales Representatives act as the direct link between the company’s vast portfolio of products and a variety of retail accounts. They are tasked with increasing market share through strategic engagement, creative merchandising, and exemplary customer service. This includes growing shelf space and positioning for Anheuser-Busch products, introducing new brands and packages, fulfilling sales objectives, and maintaining product freshness standards. The position involves a blend of sales, relationship building, negotiation, and on-the-ground marketing through activities such as product tastings and sampling. Candidates will enjoy a challenging yet rewarding environment where their daily decisions and hands-on work directly impact business growth. This role is not only an entry point for those eager to break into the company but also a platform for career advancement, emphasizing meritocracy and the opportunity to grow across diverse markets in the US, Canada, and around the globe. Through this role, employees gain valuable industry experience in beverage sales and distribution while contributing to the future success of a historic and innovative company.
- Must be 21 years of age and have a valid driver’s license and safe driving record
- High school diploma or GED required
- Able and willing to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and/or holidays
- Highly self-motivated and organized with the ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Solid interpersonal skills and team orientation
- Comfort level with change and ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities
- 1+ years of warehouse, delivery, sales, or merchandising experience preferred
- Experience in data gathering/analysis, identifying trends/gaps, building action plans, and driving execution
- Strong selling and negotiation skills
- Strong customer service skills and ability to grow and lead customer relationships
- Ability to understand and read invoices, load sheets, job orders, and installation instructions as well as ability to calculate simple math functions
- Ability to move products, hang merchandise, and fulfill other physical requirements including repetitive lifting, bending, and pulling/pushing
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point) and ability to learn new software programs
- Previous consumer packaged goods/beverage industry experience preferred
- Advanced degree preferred (Associates, Bachelors, etc.)