Outside Sales Representative - Industrial

Responsibilities

• Develop new prospects and maintain contacts with established customers for the purpose of selling Company products.
• Customarily and regularly interact with prospects and customers in person at the customer's site of business or other off-site locations.
• Meet or exceed assigned annual gross margin budget by promoting and selling products assigned territory in compliance with the Company's pricing policies.
• Handle customer complaints promptly and effectively, and report potential claims.
• Keep management informed of local competition and market conditions.
• Carry out sales and merchandise programs as directed, and recommend new items for stock.
• Maintain current customer records, files, and reports of business transactions; assist in collection of past due accounts.
• Participate in training sessions, trade shows, and sales meetings as requested.
• Demonstrate products after sale when necessary.

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year experience required; 2+ years experience preferred.
• 4 year degree preferred.
• Knowledge of business administration, sales, and marketing.
• Negotiation skills.
• Ability to learn our business and to work independently to achieve goals.
• Ability to sell and be persuasive.
• Extensive travel required, including some overnight travel.

Qualifications

• 4 year degree preferred.
• Knowledge of business administration, sales, and marketing.
• Negotiation skills.
• Ability to learn our business and to work independently to achieve goals.
• Ability to sell and be persuasive.

Skills

• Customer service skills.
• Communication skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Time management skills.
• Travel skills.

Pay

The expected base salary for this position is starting at $45,000 annually depending on experience. This position is also commission eligible - based on specific and relevant business metrics. This role requires the use of your personal vehicle for business purposes. Graybar offers a Fixed and Variable Rate (FAVR) reimbursement program to support eligible drivers. This program allows you to choose and drive your own vehicle, rather than a company-assigned car, and your reimbursements can help you build equity in your vehicle over time.

Schedule

This role requires extensive travel, including some overnight travel.

Benefits

Graybar offers a variety of benefits including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits.
• Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Disability Benefits at no cost to you.
• Profit Sharing Plans.
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future.
• Paid Vacation & Sick Days.
• Wellness Day.
• Community Time Off.
• Predictable Work Schedules.
• Employee Recognition Program.
• Career Development Programs.

Note: Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information.