Field Technical Sales Specialist – Coatings

Sherwin-Williams Co.; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sherwin-Williams Co. is seeking a Technical Services Representative to drive sales for the General Industrial division across a geographic territory. You will provide product and application support, engage with customers, and travel to various sites to coordinate between technical, sales, and operations teams.

A strong background in paint/construction tech is preferred. The role requires 50%+ travel, lifting up to 70 lbs, and flexibility to work evenings or weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment without needing sponsorship for employment work visa status now or in the future.
• Must have a valid, unrestricted Driver’s License.
• Must be willing to work all scheduled hours, which may include evenings and weekends, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able, with or without reasonable accommodation, to retrieve material from shelves and floor stacks and lift and carry up to 50 lbs. frequently and up to 70 lbs. on occasion.
• Willingness to travel as required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Research and communicate product knowledge and trends in General Industrial markets and technologies.
• Communicate competitive information, new products, and selling issues to Sales Force.
• Effectively build relationships with customers by understanding and supporting their business.
• Assist customers with identifying their paint specification, product inventory control, and re-ordering needs.
• Advise customers of applications product line changes and improvements.
• Train customers on product knowledge and application methods.
• Respond to and resolve any customer complaints.
• Manage product test runs and conduct technical training at designated customer facilities.
• Assist with equipment installations and various line or equipment modifications/adjustments.
• Assist Sales Representatives in generating leads.
• Assist Sales Representatives by preparing samples, panels, etc. for presentations.
• Provide technical support for product demonstrations.
• Operate tinting, mixing, and industrial material handling equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, order pickers, vacu-hoists, drum dollies, conveyor belts, etc.
• Troubleshoot on-line technical problems, such as correcting batches and formulation of products, and partner with laboratory to resolve technical issues

Skills

Eighteen years old

Work authorization (US)

Driver's License

Willing to work odd hours

Lift 50–70 lbs

Travel willingness (50%+)

Education

Associate degree or higher in Maintenance/Science/Tech/Engineering/Business/Sales/Marketing

Job description

Sherwin-Williams Co. is seeking a Technical Services Representative to drive sales for the General Industrial division across a geographic territory. You will provide product and application support, engage with customers, and travel to various sites to coordinate between technical, sales, and operations teams.

A strong background in paint/construction tech is preferred. The role requires 50%+ travel, lifting up to 70 lbs, and flexibility to work evenings or weekends as needed.