We are seeking a high energy, motivated Account Development Specialist - Buffalo/RochesterResponsible for maximizing the sales and marketing of supplier brands to a targeted off-premise and on-premise account base through effective planning, selling, merchandising and communication that permits achievement of company and supplier objectives.ESSENTIAL POSITION RESULTS• Determines specific needs of individual off-premise and on-premise accounts by analyzing account data and surveying for opportunities.• Prepares and delivers professional sales presentations to customers by balancing the company's priorities and customers' needs to include selling new products, distribution, display or feature opportunities, drink and/or wine lists and promotions.• Obtains appropriate distribution of supplier brands throughout the targeted off-premise or on-premise account base by presenting and selling based on the brands' features and benefits.• Maintains key accounts, by effectively communicating marketing plans, maintaining relationships with influencers presenting new products and conducting business reviews as prescribed by management.• Understands company pricing and product programming information monthly by reviewing and maintaining accurate and up to date records.• Understands competitive pricing and product programming by reviewing pricing schedules and surveying accounts.• Ensures maximum brand visibility within accounts by maintaining account standards as determined by management and using effective and current point of sale materials when appropriate.• Educates account staff on priority brands by administering instructional staff training seminars. Also educate EMN Sales Representatives through work withs and or monthly meetings.• Maintains professional relationships with all suppliers by participating in effective supplier work-with sales calls.• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.• Supports sales representatives as a training and information resource by presenting and sharing account trends and brand knowledge.• Produces wine, and cocktail lists by working with BRANDMUSCLE.• Facilitates accounts visits, dinners for dignitaries and supplier representatives by scheduling and preparing accounts to meet the expectations of suppliers and management.• Completes all necessary training programs by attending, participating, and passing all required tests as defined by management.• Maintains professional and industry knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks.• Maintains customer confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESNoneCOMPENSATION & BENEFITS Empire Merchants North offers a competitive compensation package including:Salary $60,000 Paid Holidays, Health Plan options (medical, dental, disability coverage, life insurance, and other voluntary plans), 401K, PTO, vacation accrual, Flexible Spending Account, and more.The company will evaluate a specific candidate's education, skills, and experience when making an offer.

Minimum Salary: 60000 Maximum Salary: 60000 Salary Unit: Yearly