Bulk Sales Specialist

US11345-AIRGAS Airgas USA, LLC; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Paid holidays

Vacation

Sick time

Monthly auto allowance

Airgas Scholarship Program

Job summary

Airgas USA, LLC in Piscataway, NJ seeks a Bulk Sales Specialist to grow sales of bulk gas, systems and on-site generators. You will partner with Branch Managers, Account Managers and District leaders to identify opportunities and deliver technical solutions.

This role offers base pay with commission, a monthly auto allowance, and limited overnight travel. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business or related field is preferred, with 3–4 years of bulk gas sales experience or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business or related field.
• Up to 4 years of additional related experience in lieu of degree.
• 3 years of prior technical solution-driven sales in bulk gas preferred.
• 4 years of prior bulk gas industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Sales growth by supporting branch and outside sales to sell Bulk gas/systems and on-site generators.
• Develops and maintains relationships with Branch Managers, Account Managers, District Managers, Sales Specialists and Technical Service Managers.
• Coordinates site surveys, installations, removals and quote requests for Bulk gas opportunities.
• Provides technical knowledge to confirm project information for Bulk gas needs.
• Manages relationships with larger Bulk and on-site customers.
• Initiates customer sales calls and provides product training and support.

Skills

Relationship management

Consultative sales

Analytical skills

Communication

Microsoft Office

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business or related field

Up to 4 years of related experience in lieu of degree

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Bulk Sales Specialist (Open) Location: Piscataway, NJ - Retail shop

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? At Airgas, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world. At Airgas, we RESPECT, HONOR and VALUE diversity. Airgas is Hiring for an Bulk Sales Specialist in Piscataway, NJ! We are looking for you!

Compensation & Compensation Structure

Salary Range: 80-110K, $15-25K commission expected Monday thru Friday, daytime hours. Base plus quarterly commission. Monthly Auto Allowance. Minimal overnight travel.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, and Disability Insurance.
• 14-week paid child birth benefit to support growing families.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match, Tuition Assistance, Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick time.
• Benefits start after just 30 days of employment.
• Monthly Auto Allowance.
• Minimal overnight travel.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for sales growth by providing branch and outside sales associate support to facilitate sales of Bulk gas/systems and on-site generators in a given geographic territory.
• Develops and maintains solid working relationships with Branch Managers, Account Managers, District Managers, Sales Specialists and Technical Service Managers and personnel across the Region.
• Coordinates and participates in customer Bulk gas installation, removal, modification, site survey and quote request activities looking for opportunities to sell not only Bulk products, but to cross-sell all Airgas products to all customers.
• Provides technical knowledge to assist with confirming customer project information such as Bulk gas type (liquid or gas use), vessel size, monthly volume, flow rate, line pressure requirements, duty cycle, USP requirements, telemetry, delivery constraints, temporary supply requirements, and any other additional project information.
• Manages the customer relationship with larger Bulk and on-site customers.
• Provides technical knowledge to customers by showing how Airgas can match customer needs with the appropriate products and services.
• Initiates customer sales calls and provides customers with product and application training, engineering and technical support and service.
• Evaluates customer’s Bulk processes and provides needed training for improvement/optimization.
• Establishes a process for continuous and accurate market data collection for customer sales and service needs, market trends and competitor activities.
• Utilizes all necessary sales and marketing literature to promote Airgas initiative.
• Maintains and upgrades selling skills/strategies and technical/product knowledge through required training and self-directed research and learning.
• Develops sound pricing and negotiation strategies. This includes developing a track-record of success with implementing Bulk price increases and contract renewals.
• Completes and turns in sales-related paperwork, including call reports, month-end reports, reads and responds to e-mail and phone calls in a timely manner.
• Operates in a safe manner at all times and is a proactive advocate of safety; promotes safety by example and aggressively promotes safety with other associates and customers.
• Special projects and other duties as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business or related field.
• In lieu of degree, consideration for up to 4 years of additional related experience may be considered.
• 3 years of prior technical solution driven sales experience within the bulk gas field preferred.
• 4 years of prior Bulk gas industry experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Broad knowledge of bulk products and processes common to the Airgas customer.
• Demonstrated relationship management & consultative aptitude with the ability to problem-solve and devise technical solutions for the customer.
• Ability to build effective relationships with all levels and roles both within Airgas and outside the organization.
• Strong mathematical, problem solving and analytical skills with the ability to apply to customer sales analysis and cost comparisons.
• Communicates effectively both verbally and in writing; listens effectively and clarifies information as needed; works well with others in a cross-functional team environment across the organization knowing who to engage to achieve results.
• Uses candor and sensitivity in their dealings with others.
• Self-motivated with excellent organizational and time management skills to include the ability to multitask and effectively manage projects in a diverse organization.
• PC skills to include proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Benefits (Detailed)

We care about and support our Airgas Families. This is evident not only through our competitive compensation but also through a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision plans, short-term and long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pre-tax commuter transportation benefit, parental leave, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, jury duty and funeral/bereavement leave, and paid holidays for all eligible full-time employees. Additionally, we offer our eligible employees a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for eligible employees’ dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program for dependent children.

Your DIFFERENCES enhance our PERFORMANCE

At Airgas, we are committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.

About Airgas

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions. Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients. Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you’ll find a welcoming workplace where you’re valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career — whatever path you choose.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities, and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to the known disabilities of such individuals so as to ensure equal access to benefits and privileges of employment. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact us by email at [e-mail].

California Privacy Notice

Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Through the passion and diversity of its 18,000 associates, Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation. Airgas associates are empowered to share ideas, take initiative and make decisions. Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, a world leader in gases, technologies and services for industry and healthcare. Present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees, Air Liquide serves more than 4 million customers and patients. Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. As a member of our team, you play an important role in the success of your team, making sure our products are created sustainably and delivered safely and efficiently. In turn, you’ll find a welcoming workplace where you’re valued for who you are and where you can fill your potential while growing a fulfilling career — whatever path you choose.