Outside Sales Representative - Chicago

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage and grow customer base with a large geographic territory
• Create & execute specific strategic plans to profitably grow the business
• Attain revenue targets and KPIs as set by the Sales Director
• Assist and guide customers in product selection and influence sales towards strategic brands
• Continuous follow-up on assigned quotes
• Quote to close ratio of 20% or greater
• Evaluate, monitor, and resolve sales-related issues in a timely manner
• Participate in construction site meetings as required to assist in issue resolution
• Collect market intelligence and competitor activity information and share through company database
• Provide timely and accurate forecasts on sales projections
• Generate accurate and timely field reports
• Participate in industry and promotional events

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to communicate effectively in English
• Experience in Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook
• Good Communication & writing skills
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and with a team
• Ability to read and understand equipment operation manuals, Safety Data Sheets and other literature as required
• Good mathematical skills
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Skills

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Outside Sales Experience is a MUST
• Carpentry skills preferred
• Bachelor's Degree in Business preferred, not required

License/Certification:

• Driver’s License (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Required)

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Travel reimbursement
• The position’s salary is a draw + commission, $4k a month draw