One of my client companies is seeking an outside sales rep. for their territory in Grand Rapids, Holland, and Muskegon, MI. This position will generate new business only, the service dept. will maintain the customer after the sale.
Are you passionate about what you do? Are you looking for a company with years of stability? Do you want to work in a family oriented atmosphere? Well join us! Since 1899 we have been making a difference for our customers, our communities, and our Team Members.
Strong candidates will be self-confident, self-motivated, persistent, and have a resilient “can-do” attitude. Successful candidates will be able to easily establish rapport with people and possess the ability to read people, show concern, and clearly demonstrate interest in providing a proper solution. If this describes you, join the Team and be a part of a growing company!
Solid wage and benefit package including:
- Base Salary - $45-65K plus commissions to total $65-80K plus
- Gas and Auto allowances
- Monthly commission potential
- Twelve weeks of training provided
- Computer and cell phone provided
- Benefits Package includes: Medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, life insurance, AFLAC, and 401(k) with $1 to $1 match up to 4%
- Paid vacation and sick time
ESSENTIAL TASKS:
Generating revenue by providing prospects with solutions of products and services within the established marketing plan while meeting sales quota targets.
Developing and qualifying leads within respective territory using cold call selling techniques and lead generation strategies.
Researching the market to gather information on prospective new customers and other relative market information.
Meeting with potential customers to present company and demonstrate available product.
Entering initial orders for new customers and preparing agreements.
Coordinate initial deliveries with the new customers and route sales representatives.
Maintaining cloud-based notes (Salesforce CRM) on customers and prospective future customers.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Microsoft Office Skills – competent in all applications (including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Self-Management Skills. - Hold themselves personally responsible for activity and sales goals. Is able to research the necessary information needed to perform at high a high level.
Ability to lead and Work Ethic. - Possesses a strong willingness to work hard and sometimes long hours to get the job done and always has a positive attitude while doing so.
Communication- Speaks and writes clearly.
Organization/Planning-Plans, organizes, schedules their own daily communications and holds themselves accountable.
Attention to Detail – Does not let important details slip through the cracks. Understands and is able to convey the proper information needed for smooth work transition.
Honesty/Integrity- Earns trust and maintains confidence.
Follow Up – Let’s nothing go undone or incomplete. Follows up on work to ensure perfection and timely execution.
Teamwork – Reaches out to peers and cooperates with supervisors to establish an overall collaborative working relationship.
Flexibility/Adaptability – Works well under stress and is able to effectively communicate and problem solve with Sales Representatives and Management.
