Meter Specialist

CORE & MAIN LP; Iowa (LA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

CORE & MAIN LP, based in St. Louis, is a leading distributor of water, wastewater, and fire protection products. This sales-focused role partners with the field to provide product expertise, develop vendor relationships, and win new business.

The position requires operating a company vehicle more than 20% of the work week and maintaining an acceptable MVR. Key responsibilities include negotiating terms, forecasting opportunities, and training sales staff on product information, while promoting

Qualifications

• BS/BA in a related discipline.
• 2–5 years of related field experience; MS/MA with 2–4 years may be required in some areas.
• Certification is required in some areas.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic relationships with vendors in areas such as negotiations, pricing, terms of sale, freight, and rebates.
• Develop new products from concept to implementation.
• Forecast, prospect and bid for new business, customers, markets and additional service opportunities.
• Provide field training and consultation to sales personnel on product information.
• Promote and reinforce business image as a total solutions provider.

Skills

Negotiation

Customer relations

Field sales

Education

BS/BA in related discipline

Job description

Based in St.Louis, Core&Main is a leader in advancing reliable infrastructure™ with local service, nationwide. As a specialty distributor focused on water, wastewater, storm drainage and fire protection products and related services, Core&Main provides solutions to municipalities, private water companies and professional contractors across municipal, non‑residential and residential end markets nationwide. With over 370 locations across the U.S., the company offers local expertise backed by a national supply chain. Core&Main’s 5,700 associates are committed to helping their communities thrive with safe and reliable infrastructure. Visit coreandmain.com to learn more.

Job Summary

Partner with sales to provide expertise and answer questions regarding products and services. Demonstrate how product/services can solve customer issues and create sales opportunities. This position requires operation of a Company Vehicle more than 20% of the average work week. A Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) report will be run and an acceptable MVR report is required.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• Develop strategic relationships with vendors in areas such as negotiations, pricing, terms of sale, freight, and rebates.
• Develop new products from concept to implementation.
• Forecast, prospect and bid for new business, customers, markets and additional service opportunities.
• Provide field training and consultation to sales personnel on product information.
• Promote and reinforce business image as a total solutions provider.

Nature and Scope

Demonstrates skill in data analysis techniques by resolving missing/incomplete information and inconsistencies in more complex research/data. Requires increasing independence; receives guidance only on unusual complex problems or issues. Work review typically involves periodic review of output by supervisor and/or direct customers of the process. May provide general guidance or direction to, or train, junior level support or professional personnel.

Work Environment

Requires intermittent periods of continuous physical exertion such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting, and maneuvering material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward. The environment is generally comfortable but includes regular exposure to temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noise, and fumes that may cause noticeable discomfort. Requires overnight travel more than 30% of the time.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must pass pre‑employment assessment(s) if applicable.
• Education: BS/BA in a related discipline.
• Typically requires 2‑5 years of experience in a related field; certification is required in some areas or MS/MA with 2‑4 years of experience in a related field.
• Certification is required in some areas.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in contract negotiation.
• Knowledge of customer business needs.
• Knowledge of municipal water and waste management.
• Knowledge of water distribution, water metering, wastewater collection systems.
• Knowledge of electrical supply and data communication protocols including 4‑20mA, RS‑232, MODBUS, ASCII encoded output, and contact closure accumulation.

EEO Statement

Core&Main is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment is based solely on merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Core&Main does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, related condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, public assistance status, citizenship, or any other basis protected by law. None of the questions in this application are intended to elicit information regarding protected characteristics, nor imply any limitation, illegal preference, or discrimination based on non‑job‑related information or characteristics.

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