Outside Sales

BSC Industries, Inc; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

BSC Industries in the United States seeks an experienced outside sales representative to expand our power transmission and automation product lines across assigned accounts and new territories.

You will lead annual territory planning, execute sales strategies, and develop new business while maintaining strong customer relationships and profitability. A 5-year track record in outside sales is expected, with strong negotiation and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5 years in outside sales selling power transmission and automation products.
• Proven success meeting sales goals and growing accounts.
• Strong selling strategies, listening, and negotiation skills.
• Self-starter, team player, and able to manage priorities.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and distribution software.
• Valid driver's license with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Develop annual forecast and territory plan with specific goals.
• Grow existing accounts and generate new business through sales calls.
• Utilize CRM to track activity, pipeline, and opportunities.
• Assist pricing decisions to maximize gross margin and profitability.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships and satisfaction.
• Coordinate with branch and vendor reps; attend meetings as required.
• Present a professional image and report on time.

Skills

Outside sales

Power Transmission

Automation

Account development

CRM management

Negotiation

Time management

Customer relationships

Job description

Description

Position Summary

The outside sales representative is responsible for increasing sales and gross profits by increasing business at current customers and developing new business at new customers within an assigned territory and/or group of assigned accounts. The outside sales representative is ultimately accountable for all sales activity in the assigned territory and/or group of assigned accounts.

About BSC Industries

For decades, companies have relied on BSC Industries to keep their operations running. We've earned that trust by combining deep product expertise with strong supplier partnerships - delivering the right solutions, at the right time, on the right terms. Our customers choose us because we understand their challenges, move quickly to solve them, and consistently deliver results.

Today, BSC is in an exciting period of rapid growth. We are expanding our reach, strengthening our capabilities, and investing in our people to meet increasing demand across the markets we serve. Our growth creates real opportunity - for driven sales professionals, problem-solvers, and relationship builders who want to make an impact and help accelerate our momentum.

At BSC, you're not just filling a role - you're helping customers succeed, building lasting partnerships, and contributing to a company that is scaling with purpose. If you're energized by growth, motivated by results, and excited to be part of a high-performance team with strong industry roots and ambitious forward vision, BSC Industries is a place where you can build a meaningful and upward-moving career.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate with management in creating an annual forecast and territory sales plan with specific account strategies and measurable goals. Revise sales plan and account strategies as needed during the course of the year.
• Implement sales plan strategies throughout the course of the year.
• Develop new business at existing and new accounts by maximizing the number of sales calls, creating and developing new opportunities, and offering creative product and value-added service solutions to customers.
• Utilize BSC's CRM to keep track of all sales activity, including sales calls and pipeline opportunities
• Involvement in decisions regarding pricing/gross margin and terms in an effort to maximize the profitability of all customer transactions.
• Interface with accounting department to resolve any customer related credit issues.
• Establish, maintain, and improve customer relationships and satisfaction.
• Communicate with branch and other company personnel frequently regarding territory activity including; leads, quotes, returns, credit, pricing/gross profit, competition, problems, etc.
• Establish mutually productive working relationships with vendor reps. Meet with reps frequently and make joint sales calls as needed.
• Remain current on product and industry knowledge by attending sales meetings, vendor training, trade shows, or reading trade journals. Learn and apply new product knowledge to enhance sales and personal professionalism.
• Attend all company and vendor meetings as required. Participate in a professional and constructive manner.
• Practice honesty and integrity in customer and vendor relations.
• Present a professional image at all times to other BSC personnel, customers, and vendors. Use common courtesy and respect towards others.
• Submit all reports as required by sales manager on time.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications & Requirements

• 5 years in outside sales selling Power Transmission and Automation related products e.g., bearings, gearing, clutches & brakes, linear motion, AC/DC drives & motors, fluid power, electrical, etc.
• Demonstrated success meeting sales goals and growing sales.
• Demonstrated understanding and application of effective selling strategies and techniques.
• Effective listening, communication (verbal and written), and negotiation skills.
• Motivated self-starter, comfortable in fast-paced environment.
• Problem-solving and analytical ability.
• Team player who works productively with wide range of people.
• Strong project management and multi-tasking skills.
• Technical expertise and knowledge of company products.
• Manages time effectively and adapts quickly to changing priorities.
• Ability to create and execute a territory sales plan.
• Superior presentation/public speaking skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and distribution software.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.

EEO Statement

BSC Industries is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact Human Resources.