Electrical Outside Sales Pro — Travel, Growth & Impact

Graybar; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 56,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life Insurance

Disability benefits

401(k) match

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Wellness day

Educational reimbursement

Career development

Employee recognition

Job summary

Graybar is seeking an Outside Sales Representative to drive growth in our Electrical sales team. You will develop new prospects, maintain relationships with existing customers, and regularly visit them at their business sites or other off-site locations.

The role emphasizes meeting gross margin budgets, handling customer issues, and promoting products in the assigned territory. A 4-year degree is preferred, extensive travel is required, and compensation includes incentive eligibility with a

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years industry-specific experience required; 4+ years preferred.
• 4 year degree preferred.
• Knowledge of business administration, sales, and marketing.
• Negotiation skills.
• Ability to learn our business and to work independently to achieve goals.
• Ability to sell and be persuasive.
• Extensive travel required, including some overnight travel.

Responsibilities

• Meet or exceed annual gross margin budget by promoting and selling products in assigned territory.
• Handle customer complaints promptly and report potential claims.
• Keep management informed of local competition and market conditions.
• Carry out sales and merchandise programs as directed, and recommend new items for stock.
• Maintain current customer records, files, and reports of business transactions; assist in collection of past due accounts.
• Participate in training sessions, trade shows, and sales meetings as requested.
• Demonstrate products after sale when necessary.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Sales

Marketing

Business administration

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Graybar is seeking an Outside Sales Representative to drive growth in our Electrical sales team. You will develop new prospects, maintain relationships with existing customers, and regularly visit them at their business sites or other off-site locations.

The role emphasizes meeting gross margin budgets, handling customer issues, and promoting products in the assigned territory. A 4-year degree is preferred, extensive travel is required, and compensation includes incentive eligibility with a