Outside Sales Representative - Chattanooga, TN
About the role
Piedmont Plastics is the leading independent and privately held distributor of performance plastics in North America. Since opening in 1968 with one location and five employees, Piedmont has grown to over 50 locations across the U.S. and Canada, employing over 575 individuals. The company fosters a family‑oriented culture built on integrity, support, and a growth‑oriented environment where employees can thrive. Piedmont Plastics is currently hiring an Outside Sales Representative for the Chattanooga market (serving the Phoenix area) to promote and sell products and services in‑person to business and industrial establishments.
Responsibilities
- Develop new accounts through prospecting, networking, cold calling and referrals.
- Provide sales support to existing accounts, work and close daily opportunities, continuously expanding the customer base.
- Develop and strengthen relationships with new and existing accounts.
- Communicate daily with sales team/management on the status of orders and customer concerns.
- Maintain and enhance product and technical knowledge in the plastics industry.
- Follow‑up on leads and application opportunities.
- Contribute to the team effort.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of outside sales experience in plastics, industrial distribution or graphics‑related sales with a track record of exceeding assigned sales goals.
- Personal vehicle in good condition.
- Willingness and desire to travel almost exclusively.
Skills
- Basic computer skills.
- Positive attitude and team player.
Benefits
- Full suite of generous employee benefits including medical, dental, and life coverage; paid time‑off; employer matching 401(k) plan.
- Auto/Cell phone allowance.
- Opportunity to work for a growing company that truly cares about its employees.
Pay
Industry leading wages (base plus monthly commissions).
Schedule
Travel is required almost exclusively; schedule allows for occasional overnight travel.