Team Lead, Small Format

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: 

https://hensley.com/ 

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