Responsibilities:
- Communicate with customers, enter orders, and determine the cost of specialty items (with management's assistance).
- Document all sales calls.
- Discuss and sell a diverse range of products.
- Manage existing account relationships through regular communication and interactions, including occasional in-person visits and overnight travel.
- Sell products and take orders via phone.
- Administer orders promptly, ensuring they are entered into the system and communicated to production within the same business day.
- Communicate effectively with customers regarding production lead times or changes in material availability within the same business day.
- Manage account needs, including RMA/Credit processing, change orders, and shipping inquiries.
- Prospect and develop new business opportunities/customers for all products, dedicating at least 15% of weekly activities to calls, emails, and quotes.
- Coordinate, manage, and occasionally attend trade shows.
Qualifications:
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree.
- Minimum of two (2) years of sales experience.
- Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
- Proficient computer skills, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Publisher.
- Ability to multitask and self-manage.
- Strong attention to detail and good math skills.
- Solid analytical skills.
- Experience in distributor sales, technical sales, and/or construction sales is a plus but not required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Budgeting and forecasting experience.
- Commodity purchasing experience.
- Contract negotiation experience.
- Experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Customer service skills.
- Basic computer skills.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Familiarity with ERP software.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to stand, walk, or sit for approximately eight (8) hours/day.
- Ability to bend and stoop.
- Ability to drive a car and travel as needed.
Machines & Technologies You'll Use:
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Compensation package:
Schedule:
Work Location: In person