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Driving for Martignetti is a good job at its core - if you're willing to work VERY hard four days a week. 
The pay scale is good for the hours you have to work. They pay on an incentive scale, so the more cases you have on the truck, the better your paycheck will be. The drawback is that, because you're not paid by the hour, you need to be efficient in order to not cut into much of your free time. 
New-hires will need to cut their teeth though, and will be forced onto difficult routes in downtown Boston, Allston-Brighton, Cambridge, etc., sometimes with brand new, inexperienced helpers who can tend to make the day harder than it has to be. Expect to work over 10 hours per day frequently as you learn the job. All of that being said, you only work four days a week 95% of the year and once you figure out the job, you'll be punching out earlier and earlier (sometimes less than 8-hour days). 
Most of the middle management (i.e. your direct supervisors) will have your back in the case of disputes, and are generally good people. However, recent changes in *some* middle management have led to corner-cutting when it comes to routing and loading trucks. Don't count on touching each of your (up to) 1,200 cases just once. Some days, you'll have to handle these improperly-sequenced cases three to four times just to find your current delivery's product. These measures to save money on the night shift's overtime have only recently (over the past two years) shown up, and I hope it is rectified going forward. 
This is a union job, so advancement is strictly based on seniority and long-time drivers retiring, which varies year-to-year. One of the best things about this job is how well all of the drivers look out for each other. Every other driver will want you to succeed, so don't be afraid to ask for help if you need it! 
Overall, I'd never tell someone in the delivery industry to *not* apply at Martignetti. Yeah, there are some VERY frustrating aspects to this job, but when it comes to liquor delivery in MA, you won't find a better place to work.

Martignetti is pretty much king of the beverage business in New England. The company is a pretty good place to start out of college however if you’re expecting to get into sales quickly don’t hold your breath. Chances are unless you know someone you will be merchandising for close to 2 years before you have a good chance to get a sales job. Being a Merchandiser really isn’t that hard of a job but it’s pretty unfulfilling if you just spent 4 years studying business in college. Essentially you’re a glorified stock associate the only difference is you get a company car,  an iPad and you get to travel around all day. It’s maybe better than most desk jobs but also probably doesn’t pay as well. If you look hard enough you could get hired for a sales position right away in a different industry. If you really love the beverage business and are willing to stick it out it will pay off in the end, but you have to be patient.

From start to finish, I was on my computer. Either preparing analyses for management, or answering questions from sales staff and managers, I was on the phone constantly.  My primary responsibility was to manage the Division profitability.  Much of my interaction was with outside vendors, negotiating pricing strategies.  I was also internal consultant for the company Axapta Sales system, of which I was on the functional design team.  I was required to manage my time, in order to complete a multitude of tasks in a timely manner.  Reporting to the VP of the Connoisseur Wine Division, I took pride that in 9 of the 10 years I reported to him, we were able to meet or exceed our gross margin corporate goal.

Managing beer stock, assisting customers, offering suggestions for alternative beverage options.

I've learned a vast amount about the world of craft beers, and the industry that surrounds it.

The management is next to incompetent, and the parent company could care less about most of the day-to-day activities that go on in the store.

Some co-workers are highly overqualified for the job, and are just working to make ends meet. Others make it feel like working in a methadone clinic.

The hardest part of the day is picking up the slack of the less than ideal coworkers.

The most enjoyable is actively participating in conversations with coworkers and customers who share a similar passion for craft brewing.

Lied to on more than one occasion about promotions and pay raises/bonuses. Was told at initial interview that I would never be as good as the person who held the position before me, who was an “all star”. I then proceeded to increase sales across the board when this person was unable to work. Only to be told that I wasn’t doing enough. Management plays favorites and will not hesitate to set you up to terminate you. I welcome any and all questions about management and the way this company is run.

New England states as Martignetti Companies of New Hampshire and Vermont, Rhode Island Distributing Company through a joint venture, and Maine Beverage Company, as the exclusive distributor of spirits in the state. Classic Imports, a wholly owned subsidiary of Martignetti Companies, sells and promotes the finest craft spirits through a nationwide network of distributors. Distributing Company through a joint venture, and Maine Beverage Company, as the exclusive distributor of spirits in the state.

Alcohol sales used to be the job that people wanted and never left. The company has changed now. Opportunity to grow has disappeared. Low commission structures with base salaries that don't grow makes it extremely difficult to increase your earnings. Having to pay out of pocket for our car, gas and expenses is so outdated too. 

United Liquors was owned by one of the most wonderful, giving, and loving man that ever lived.

I miss being there every day.  I learned so much there.  Accounts Receivable, Credit and Collections.  The most wonderful job I have ever had.

The company was sold to not so nice people and they made it a point to get rid of anyone affiated with United Liquors.

Hence, I lost my job.

There aren't many opportunities in the office for advancement.  The culture is old school.  There is barely any talking in the office.  I experience great management, but I don't know that that can be said about other departments.  They are very reluctant to give any raises or promotions., which is odd for such a wealthy company.

I would never work fr this company again, upper management is oblivious to what the actual market wants and needs. Thankless company. HR department couldn't even hold up their end of the bargain for my exit interview. Look elsewhere if you want to get into wine sales.

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