The Item Catalog Data Specialist plays a critical role in the ongoing maintenance of a comprehensive catalog of packages and brands that VIP has created for the Beverage Industry.  This entry-level position is responsible for monitoring a group of assigned accounts (beverage suppliers & distributors), and assist them in adding content to the Item Catalog that meets a set of data quality rules. Position Type: Full Time, Hybrid - will be required to report to our office in Colchester, VT Primary Responsibilities:

• Validate and ensure data quality and accuracy on an ongoing basis
• Populate and maintain individual items, brands, and their attributes within the item catalog based on a set of established business rules
• Monitor incoming data requests and assist customers in uploading and downloading data from the catalog
• Assist in documenting data creation and maintenance procedures

Requirements:

• High level of attention to detail and ability to prioritize work
• Speed and proficiency on a standard keyboard
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and others inside the company to solve problems
• Ability to work independently
• Exposure to Excel and related business applications
• Ability to learn and become proficient with unfamiliar systems
• College preferred but not required

The role of Data Quality Analyst is integral in our rapidly growing company.  This is an excellent opportunity for intelligent, outgoing, and motivated self-starters seeking rapid professional development and acquisition of new business skills.  Your primary responsibilities will be working closely with internal and external users to maintain the quality of VIP’s master retailer database and aligning customer sales data to that retailer universe.  As this data is central to the operation of our clients’ businesses, you will need to bring a high level of attention to detail and willingness to find solutions to problems in a systematic and efficient way. Ideal candidates for this entry-level position will understand the importance of building and maintaining relationships with our customers.  Successful candidates must also work well both individually as well as part of a team to accomplish shared goals. Position Type: Full Time, Hybrid - will be required to report to our office in Colchester, VT Primary Responsibilities:

• Populate and maintain alcohol retailers and account attributes in the internal retailer database based on a set of established business rules
• Align wholesaler account details to internal retailer database
• Validate and ensure data quality and accuracy on an ongoing basis

Requirements:

• History of solid employment
• Strong analytical and reasoning skills to assess and implement information from multiple resources
• Clear communication skills
• Self-organization to meet daily, weekly and monthly responsibilities, both to the company and the customer
• Strong computer skills and knowledge of working with spreadsheets (Excel)
• College degree preferred but not required

VIP is seeking a Software Implementation Specialist to join our fast growing Pricing Team. This group works with our supplier customers to install and support our Price 2.0 application, which allows the supplier to manage and plan pricing and promotions for their distributor partners. We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who can handle multiple projects at once and be committed to building and maintaining strong relationships with our customers. The successful candidate will be a fast learner, strong communicator, have excellent technical diagnostic skills, and enjoy a fast-paced environment. Position Type: Full Time, Hybrid - will be required to report to our office in Colchester, VT Primary Responsibilities:

• Implement, train and support customers on the VIP Price 2.0 application.
• Manage the implementation of Price 2.0, following a project plan and hitting key milestones for a successful implementation.
• Work directly with customers by phone, electronically and in person.
• Respond promptly to customer inquiries in a professional manner.
• Obtain and evaluate all relevant information to handle and resolve customer inquiries.
• Keep detailed records of customer interactions, steps taken towards problem resolution and follow up communication.

Requirements:

• Must be highly organized and detail-oriented
• Excellent communication skills - verbal & written
• Self-motivation with the ability to work independently and as a team player
• Ability to multitask and handle multiple projects and customers at once
• A desire to learn new technologies and provide innovative ideas for the implementation team
• Strong ability to analyze and solve problems
• Beverage industry knowledge is a bonus!

VIP is seeking a Graphic Design Intern to join our growing design team in Colchester, VT. A keen eye for design is a must, as well as experience with common design software used for web and mobile applications. A basic understanding of foundational interaction design principles is a plus! The ideal candidate will be curious, inventive and seeking to continuous improvement of their skillset. If this sounds like a good fit for you, please send us a nice hello, plus links to your work and experience. Position Type: Temporary, Hybrid - will be required to report to our office in Colchester, VT Requirements:

• 2+ years of design-related education or experience
• Experience with Figma or Sketch
• Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud (specifically Illustrator & InDesign)
• Problem Solving Skills
• A positive attitude!

All internship job offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment background check.

We are seeking a Data Collections Specialist to join our SRS Team.  Our Supplier Services business is focused on moving data between distributors and suppliers in the beverage industry. This data is a driving force in marketing and supply chain planning and is vital to the business practices of our customers. This entry-level position is well-suited to an inquisitive self-starter willing to ask questions and work with little direct supervision. The Data Collections Specialist is responsible for monitoring a set of assigned distributor accounts to ensure the prompt and accurate reporting of data based on supplier guidelines. Primary Responsibilities:

• Maintaining a professional relationship with an assigned group of distributor customers
• Managing the daily data processing for those assigned distributors
• Cross referencing that data against supplier data to ensure accuracy, clarity and continuity
• Resolving discrepancies that arise with distributor data
• Establishing reporting of distributor data for new suppliers & making changes, as required, to existing supplier reporting

Requirements:

• History of solid employment
• Strong analytical and reasoning skills to assess and implement information from multiple resources
• Clear communication skills
• Self-organization to meet daily, weekly and monthly responsibilities, both to the company and the customer
• Strong computer skills and knowledge of working with spreadsheets (Excel)
• College degree preferred but not required