BestDrive Commercial Sales Associate (EG)

Continental; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts (tires)

Monthly Commission possibilities

Annual Bonus possibilities

Employer 401(k) Match

Job summary

BestDrive is seeking a Commercial Sales Associate to drive sales and service for area fleets. You will solicit commercial truck tire accounts, promote tires, retreads, and tire services, and manage existing accounts with regular calls.

Strong product knowledge and a goal-oriented approach are essential. Expect travel within the regional area; beneficial experience in tire industry and ability to meet profit targets.

Qualifications

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.
• Able to obtain a DOT medical card.
• Background check and drug test are required.
• Clean driving record and safe driving history.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, results-driven team.

Responsibilities

• Solicit commercial truck tire accounts in designated areas.
• Sell industrial tires, new tires, retreads and services.
• Maintain current accounts with regular calls and follow-up.
• Learn and use the billing system for above sales channels.
• Maintain an acceptable profit margin.
• Actively seek new accounts and represent the company to potential customers.
• Develop and maintain product and service knowledge for accurate information.
• Meet established sales and gross profit goals.
• Evaluate customer needs and make recommendations.
• Prepare weekly sales plans and complete call reports.

Skills

Driver's license valid

Good written & spoken communication

Team oriented

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

• Full-time
• Legal Entity: Continental Tire the Americas, LLC (0505)
• Referral Bonus: Yes
• Working Time: Full Time

Company Description

BestDrive, a wholly owned subsidiary of Continental, is quickly becoming the top choice among commercial trucking fleets for our high-quality products and exceptional service. BestDrive Commercial Tire Centers specializes in providing fleet customers with innovative tire solutions including award winning Continental and General Tire brand products, innovative commercial solution products such as ContiPressureCheck, and a wide array of multi-brand truck tires to address all market segments. Since our founding in 2012, we presently have 25 locations throughout the United States and continue to rapidly expand our footprint throughout the country.

Job Description

How You Will Make an Impact:

The Commercial Sales Associate is the main contact for sales and service in a thriving Commercial Tire Dealership. The Commercial Sales Associate is in charge of sales for area fleets as well as promoting new tires, retreads and tire services. Daily solicitation of existing store accounts, as well as calling on prospective new accounts are essential to building a profitable book of business.

• Solicit commercial truck tire accounts in designated areas
• Responsible for the sale of Industrial tires, new truck tires, retreads and services
• Maintain current accounts with regular sales calls and follow up to accounts
• Learn and work through the existing business operating system for billing of above sales channels
• Maintain an acceptable profit margin
• Actively seeking new accounts and represent the company to potential customers.
• Developing and maintaining a thorough knowledge of products and services to provide accurate information to customers.
• Meeting established sales and gross profit goals.
• Evaluating customer needs and making recommendations
• Preparing weekly sales plans and completing all call reports following established company procedures.

Qualifications

What You Will Bring to the Role

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver's license in good standing
• Ability to obtain a DOT med card
• Ability to work in a results oriented, fast paced environment as part of a team
• Good oral and written communication ability
• Must be able to pass a background check including employment history, SSN verification, criminal history, etc.
• Must be able to pass a physical exam and drug test

Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

No relocation assistance is offered for this position.

Additional Ways to Stand Out

• 5+ years experience in the tire industry
• Retread tire knowledge

Additional Information

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Work hours are generally 7-5 Monday – Friday. Saturday and evenings as needed; may have little to no advance notice.
• This position operates in all types of indoor and outdoor work environments, therefore exposure to heat and cold is to be expected.
• While performing the duties of this job, employee is regularly required to stand, bend, climb, lift and walk.
• Required to handle hazardous materials and wear various forms of protective equipment (safety shoes, gloves, protective eyewear, etc.). Comply with OSHA regulations and safety requirements.
• Required to lift 50-75 lbs. routinely; may be required to occasionally lift up to 100 lbs. individually.
• Travel: 75% within Regional Area; minimal overnight travel.

The Perks

• Paid Time Off
• Employee Discounts, including tires
• Monthly Commission possibilities; Annual Bonus possibilities
• Employer 401(k) Match
• And more benefits that come with working for a global industry leader!

EEO-Statement:

EEO / Disabled / Protected Veteran Employer. Continental offers equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to unlawful consideration to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. In addition, as a federal contractor, Continental complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with a disability and protected veterans, where they apply. To be considered, you must apply for a specific position for which Continental has a current posted job opening. Qualifying applications will be considered only for the specific opening(s) to which you apply. If you would like to be considered for additional or future job openings, we encourage you to reapply for other opportunities as they become available. Further, Continental provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with a disability.

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