Sales Representative Trainee

Duties

• Provide immediate response to any sales inquiry from customers or prospects.
• Prepare detailed and descriptive written quotations.
• Efficiently use computers, databases and software programs to provide fast responses to customers.
• Submit timely call reports and expense reports.
• Assure a professional appearance with customers.
• Develop strong working relationships with customers to assure long term, repeat business.
• Communicate regularly with the General Sales Manager to discuss sales leads and opportunities.
• Become a part of customer trade associations and groups to promote our company, products and services.

Qualifications

• Previous sales experience, preferably in a manufacturing setting.
• Good mechanical knowledge.
• Computer skills to include use of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Email.
• Ability to read and interpret detailed written bid specifications.
• Ability to call on customers and prospects at all levels of business.
• Proficient at following up with customers on quotes that have been provided.
• Must work well with others and possess good people skills.