Meter Specialist

Core & Main; West Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialty distributor in West Cedar Rapids seeks a knowledgeable candidate to partner with sales teams and handle product expertise, creating sales opportunities. Candidates should have a background in municipal water supply, negotiation, and customer business needs. The position may involve frequent travel and demands experience with electrical data communication protocols. Offering a dynamic work environment with challenging responsibilities and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in related field.
• Certification required in some areas.
• Ability to analyze data and resolve inconsistencies.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic relationships with vendors.
• Forecast and bid for new business.
• Provide field training to sales personnel.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Knowledge of municipal water and waste management

Knowledge of electrical supply protocols

Education

BS/BA in related discipline

MS/MA 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 with a focus 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 provides its customers 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, and such operation is done consistently more than 20% of the average work week. If selected for this position, Core & Main will run a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) report. A requirement of this position is an acceptable MVR report.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• Develops strategic relationships with vendors in the following areas: negotiations, pricing, terms of sale, freight, and rebates.
• Develops new product from concept to implementation.
• Forecasts, prospects and bids for new business, customers, markets and additional service opportunities.
• Provides field training and consultation to sales personnel on product information.
• Promotes and reinforces business image as a total solutions provider.

Nature and Scope

• Demonstrates skill in data analysis techniques by resolving missing/incomplete information, inconsistencies/anomalies in more complex research/data.
• Nature of work 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/direction to or train junior level support personnel or professional personnel.

Work Environment

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

Minimum Qualifications

• Must pass pre-employment assessment(s) if applicable

Education and Experience

• Typically requires BS/BA in related discipline. Generally, 2-5 years of experience in related field; certification is required in some areas OR MS/MA and generally 2-4 years of experience in 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 and water metering, wastewater collection systems
• Knowledge of electrical supply and data communication protocols including 4-20 mA, RS-232, MODBUS, ASCII encoded output, and contact closure accumulation.

This information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this role. It is not designed to contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this role. This description supersedes any previous or undated descriptions for this role. Management retains the right to add or change the duties of the position at any time

Core & Main is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment at Core & Main is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Core & Main does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), affectionate or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship, or any other basis protected by law.

None of the questions in this application are intended to elicit information regarding any protected characteristics, nor imply any limitation, illegal preferences or discrimination based upon non-job-related information or protected characteristics.

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