Regional Sales Representative
Responsibilities
- Develop new sales leads by prospecting and pursuing targeted new business through calling or visiting potential customers, attending trade shows, initiating mailings and other related activities
- Negotiate and close new sales contracts and service agreements to achieve year over year customer base growth
- Develop and leverage relationships with businesses and industry entities such as real estate companies, home builder associations and other trade organizations to cultivate new business prospects
- Participate in industry organizations to continually build a professional network
- Partner with Regional Management and the National Accounts group to aggressively pursue Regional and National Accounts business opportunities
- Champion a positive, professional image of Suburban Propane to create customer goodwill and foster referrals and repeat business
- Follow up with new accounts to ensure customer satisfaction and fulfillment of the job
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years of business-to-business sales experience
- Some college or equivalent in experience and education (Business related Bachelor’s Degree preferred)
- Excellent verbal communication skills including the ability to negotiate and convincingly persuade others
- Professional and articulate with an enthusiastic and positive attitude
- Industry knowledge is preferred but not required
- Basic understanding of oil and gas fired appliances and related distribution systems (training is provided)
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision (eligibility after just 30 days of employment)
- Paid time off that increases with tenure
- A 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
- New employee training program and many opportunities for continued learning and career development
- Disability and life insurance
- Generous tuition assistance program
- Propane discounts
Pay
$70,000 - $90,000 annually (plus commission dependent on experience)
Schedule
Subject to change over time, to allow adequate time to build a commissionable platform.
About the role
We are currently looking for a talented, dynamic and motivated outside sales professional to join our team in the California Market Area. Reporting to a Region Sales and Business Development Manager, in this position you will independently prospect, develop and nurture relationships with businesses and industry entities.
Requirements
Minimum of 5 years of business-to-business sales experience
Skills
Some college or equivalent in experience and education (Business related Bachelor’s Degree preferred)
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision (eligibility after just 30 days of employment)
Pay
$70,000 - $90,000 annually (plus commission dependent on experience)
Schedule
Subject to change over time, to allow adequate time to build a commissionable platform.
Company Overview
Suburban Propane Partners, L.P. ("Suburban Propane") is a publicly traded master limited partnership listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Headquartered in Whippany, New Jersey, Suburban Propane has been in the customer service business since 1928 and is a nationwide distributor of propane, renewable propane, renewable natural gas ("RNG"), fuel oil and related products and services, as well as a marketer of natural gas and electricity and producer of and investor in low carbon fuel alternatives, servicing the energy needs of approximately 1 million residential, commercial, governmental, industrial and agricultural customers through approximately 700 locations across 42 states. Suburban Propane is supported by three core pillars: (1) Suburban Commitment – showcasing Suburban Propane's nearly 100-year legacy, and ongoing commitment to the highest standards for dependability, flexibility, and reliability that underscores Suburban Propane's commitment to excellence in customer service; (2) SuburbanCares – highlighting continued dedication to giving back to local communities across Suburban Propane's national footprint; and (3) Go Green with Suburban Propane – promoting the clean burning and versatile nature of propane and renewable propane as a bridge to a green energy future and investing in the next generation of innovative, renewable energy alternatives. For additional information on Suburban Propane, please visit www.suburbanpropane.com .