Account Representative

Crown; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug

401K Retirement Savings

Life and Disability Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Crown Equipment Corporation, a leading lift truck manufacturer, is seeking a driven Outside Sales Representative to expand key accounts and develop new business within a defined territory.

You will analyze opportunities, build relationships with decision-makers, deliver compelling product demonstrations, and develop strategic plans to meet sales objectives while collaborating with internal teams and training programs at headquarters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree or higher is preferred for business acumen and selling skills.
• Strong communication, organization, and time management are essential.
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability and teamwork in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Maximize the sale of lift trucks and related products within a defined territory.
• Develop existing accounts and seek new business opportunities.
• Analyze opportunities, identify key personnel, and build relationships.
• Consult and solve problems to strengthen the company's position in accounts.
• Create territory plans to maximize customer time and sales activity.
• Develop sales strategies, proposals, and forecasts.
• Conduct product demonstrations and sales presentations.
• Maintain accurate records of sales calls and activity.
• Participate in training programs at local sites and headquarters.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor degree in business management, marketing, entrepreneurship, professional selling, or related business program

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Crown Equipment Corporation, one of the world's largest lift truck manufacturers, offers local support on a global scale with more than 15 manufacturing facilities worldwide and more than 500 retail locations in over 80 countries. Our global sales and service network provides our customers with a local resource for a wide variety of quality material handling equipment, fleet management solutions, warehouse products and support services to meet their needs anytime, anywhere.

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Job Duties

• Responsible for maximizing the sale of lift trucks, Crown Insite products, and warehouse products within a specified territory to meet sales objectives.
• Develop existing accounts and seek new business.
• Analyze opportunities, identify key personnel, and develop strong business relationships.
• Consult and problem solve to enhance the Company’s position in existing and target accounts.
• Develop a territory management plan to maximize time with customers.
• Develop sales strategies, proposals, and forecasts.
• Develop and conduct product demonstrations and sales presentations.
• Utilize online resources to maintain accurate records of sales calls, customer files, and sales activity information
• Participate in initial and ongoing training programs both locally and at the New Bremen, Ohio corporate headquarters.

Minimum Qualifications

• Less than 2 years related experience
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and the ability to safely operate lift trucks for product demos.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in business management, marketing, entrepreneurship, professional selling, or related business program, or several years of successful sales experience a plus.
• Knowledge of the entire sales process.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities, strong sense of responsibility and self-motivation, and ability to work in a team environment.
• Intermittent computer skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites.
• Ability and willingness to work outside normal business hours to prepare for sales activities.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Work Authorization:

Crown will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Compensation and Benefits:

Crown offers an excellent wage and benefits package for full-time employees

• Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan
• Flexible Benefits Plan
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Life and Disability Benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Tuition Reimbursement
• and much more.

EOE Veterans/Disabilities

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