Outside Sales Representative - State and Local Education (SLED)

About the role

As an Outside Sales Representative, you will develop new prospects and maintain contacts with established customers for the purpose of selling Company products, and customarily and regularly interact with prospects and customers in person at the customer's site of business or other off-site locations.

Responsibilities

• 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

• None specified

Skills

• None specified

Benefits

• Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits
• Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family
• Savings on expenses with 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
• Paid Wellness Day
• Community Time Off
• Predictable Work Schedules
• Employee Recognition Program
• Career Development Programs
• And More

Pay

The expected salary for this position is $45,000 annually. This position is also bonus eligible based on specific and relevant business metrics.

Schedule

Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may have predictable work schedules.