Outside Commercial Sales

Colony Tire Corporation; Lexington (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Paid Holidays

Vacation Time

Paid Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Job summary

Colony Tire Corporation is seeking a full-time Outside Commercial Salesman in Lexington, North Carolina. The role involves providing excellent customer service while selling various tire products and engaging with prospective clients.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and customer service experience, though tire sales experience is preferred. A valid driver’s license is also required. Colony Tire offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, and 401(k).

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in tire sales is a plus, but not required.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• A valid driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and contact prospective customers.
• Recommend products based on customers’ needs.
• Answer customer questions and solicit new accounts.
• Collaborate with car dealer parts and service departments.

Skills

Customer Service

Sales Techniques

Communication

Decision Making

Time Management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Experience in tire sales

Job description

Colony Tire is currently seeking a full‑time Outside Commercial Salesman to join our team! We offer competitive, unlimited pay and a full benefit package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with company match, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), paid holidays, vacation time, company paid life insurance, and short‑term disability.

Summary

Outside sales personnel should be results‑driven and ready to actively seek out and engage prospective clients. The role involves providing outstanding customer service by selling commercial, industrial, agriculture, intermodal, OTR‑earthmover, and retread tires, along with road hazard services, benefits, and product features. The goal is to create long‑term loyalty bonds, drive sales and profitability, and support the store manager with additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Minimum of one year experience in tire sales is a plus, but is not required. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Essential Tasks And Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and regularly contact prospective customers to demonstrate products, explain product features, and solicit orders.
• Recommend products based on customers’ specific needs and interests.
• Answer customer questions related to products, prices, availability, product uses, and credit terms; solicit new accounts and manage existing accounts.
• Maintain margin and sales volume to meet objectives.
• Collaborate with car dealer parts and service departments, assisting dealers with warranty claims and point of sale.
• Plan and hold tire events.
• Collect past‑due accounts and manage expenses.
• Estimate or quote prices, credit or contract terms, warranties, and delivery dates.
• Prepare drawings, estimates, and bids that meet specific customer needs.
• Identify prospective customers using business directories, leads from existing clients, industry organizations, trade shows, and conferences.
• Arrange and direct delivery and installation of products and equipment.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Communication: Full attention to others, understanding points, asking appropriate questions, and conveying information effectively.
• Sales and Marketing: Understanding principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services, including marketing strategy, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
• Customer and Personal Service: Assessing customer needs, meeting quality standards, and evaluating customer satisfaction.
• Administration and Management: Knowledge of business and management principles for strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques, and coordination of people and resources.
• Decision Making and Problem Solving: Analyzing information, evaluating results, and choosing the best solutions.
• Time Management: Managing one’s own time effectively.

Work Styles

• Dependability: Reliable, responsible, and fulfilling obligations.
• Attention to Detail: Careful and thorough completion of work tasks.
• Cooperation: Pleasant interaction with others, maintaining a good‑natured, cooperative attitude even in difficult situations.
• Independence: Guiding oneself with little or no supervision.
• Integrity: Respecting people, keeping commitments, working ethically, and upholding organizational values.
• Stress Tolerance: Handling criticism and high‑stress situations calmly and effectively.

Work Environment

Work is typically performed indoors, but occasional exposure to outside weather conditions occurs. Employees may be required to stand for long hours, regularly lift up to 50 pounds, and frequently lift or move more than 100 pounds.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent is required. A minimum of one year related experience in tire sales is preferred. A two‑ or four‑year college degree is also preferred. A valid driver’s license is required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Colony Tire Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Colony Tire Corporation prohibits any unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with employees’ job duties is not tolerated.

View the EEO is The Law Poster: http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf