Surface Finishing Sales Representative

SurfacePrep, founded in 1956, is North America’s leading provider of surface enhancement solutions, with over 60 facilities across the United States, Canada, and Europe. We deliver reliable equipment, consumables, and technical expertise to help manufacturers enhance performance, efficiency, and finish quality. Our team partners with trusted manufacturers to provide comprehensive process improvements, hands-on technical support, and high-quality products across applications including coated and bonded abrasives, abrasive air and wheel blasting, mass finishing, paint and powder coating, additive manufacturing post-processing, and turnkey production services.

About the role

This full-time role drives revenue by selling SurfacePrep’s products and services to new and existing clients in Seattle and Western Washington. The position focuses on building relationships, identifying opportunities, and delivering solutions that meet customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a strong network to generate new sales opportunities and leads.
• Plan and schedule meetings with prospective and existing customers.
• Engage with clients to understand their product or service requirements and recommend suitable solutions.
• Present and demonstrate product features and benefits tailored to customer needs.
• Ensure customer satisfaction through proactive communication, relationship management, and timely resolution of post-sale issues.
• Maintain ongoing contact with current and past clients, providing updates on new products, services, and enhancements.
• Track and document sales activities—including calls, orders, wins/losses, and relationship challenges—using CRM tools.
• Prepare and deliver periodic sales forecasts for the assigned territory.
• Perform additional duties as required to support business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Sales, Business, or a related field OR minimum of five years of relevant experience in outside sales or a similar role.
• Excellent sales and negotiation skills.
• Organized and detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple priorities effectively.
• Ability to prioritize and respond promptly to customer inquiries and requests.
• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills to address challenges and deliver solutions.
• Thrives in fast-paced environments and remains composed under pressure.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and related software applications.
• Willingness to travel extensively, including prolonged periods of driving.
• Comfortable with extended periods of desk work and computer use.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• 401(k) Plan.
• Paid Time Off.
• Paid Holidays.
• Company Paid Life Insurance.
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability.
• Company Paid Long-Term Disability.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Pay

$50K-$70K base + uncapped commission; OTE $150K+