Account Specialist/Outside Sales Rep

Applied Industrial Technologies; Fergusonville (PA); In loco; USD 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Applied Industrial Technologies is looking for an experienced professional in Fergusonville to handle requisitions and improve sales efficiency. This role involves processing orders, managing customer relationships, and tracking warranty issues. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and 3 to 5 years of industry experience. Strong sales skills and mechanical aptitude are essential. The company offers an inclusive environment and opportunities for all qualified applicants.

Competenze

• 3 to 5 years' industry related work experience.
• Proven experience in developing new business and managing a sales territory.
• Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.

Mansioni

• Perform a day to day review and processing of requisitions.
• Maintain lead times for those items on look ahead.
• Work with service centers to expedite orders.

Conoscenze

Relationship-building skills

Mechanical aptitude

Sales territory management

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in business, sales or marketing

Descrizione del lavoro

Responsibilities

• Perform a day to day review and processing of requisitions as assigned.
• Perform data order entry into AIT's and customer's systems to obtain quotes, issue purchase orders, and maintain the blanket purchase orders for the relevant business.
• Evaluate and resolve changes in part numbers through MSSR function, manufacturers or changes to fit, form, and function. Work with customer personnel to obtain approval of changes prior to material receipt. Notify customer of items that are obsolete or discontinued.
• Continually identify duplicate stock codes or product.
• Maintain lead times for those items on the look ahead.
• Work with service centers to collect information on weekly backlog and past due reports.
• Work with service centers and customers to expedite orders.
• Provide product sourcing assistance and continually pursue products within our scope of supply.
• Address specific problems as they relate to notifications.
• Work directly with warehouse personnel and service centers to resolve receiving issues
• Resolve, monitor, and track all product warranty issues with the service center.
• Track cost savings achieved by Applied and documented value add to our customers.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to bachelor\'s degree in business, sales or marketing related fields
• 3 to 5 years\' industry related work experience.
• Proven experience in developing new business, building repeat business, and managing a sales territory
• Relationship-building skills at all levels with customers and prospect organizations
• Hands-on product demonstrations for customers and prospects; mechanical aptitude
• Valid driver\'s license and satisfactory driving record are essential

Preferred qualifications

• Experience in a related field of Applied product - bearings, power transmission components, fluid power, general industrial supplies, etc.

Desired characteristics

• Self-starter, self-motivated, and willing to take on tasks of all types to get the job done

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Founded in 1923, Applied Industrial Technologies (NYSE: AIT) is a leading value-added distributor and technical solutions provider of industrial motion, fluid power, flow control, automation technologies, and related maintenance supplies. Our leading brands, specialized services, and comprehensive knowledge serve MRO and OEM end users in virtually all industrial markets through our multi-channel capabilities that provide choice, convenience, and expertise.

Applied Industrial Technologies is built on a philosophy that puts people first. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to a workforce in which we enforce fair treatment and provide growth opportunities for everyone. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender, marital status, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.