OUTSIDE SALES ASSOCIATE

Hanes Supply, Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 63,900 - 78,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental insurance

401k

Paid time off

Job summary

Hanes Supply, Inc. is seeking an Outside Sales Associate in Buffalo, NY, responsible for promoting and selling their extensive product line. The successful candidate will meet sales goals and provide excellent customer service.

The role requires strong communication skills, the ability to build relationships, and a high school diploma at minimum. A Bachelor's degree in Sales or Marketing is preferred, along with a demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement options.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required; Bachelor's degree desired.
• Trade, manufacturing, industrial experience is highly desired.
• Must have effective time management and planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Meet pre-determined sales goals and promote the product line.
• Provide superior customer service for existing accounts.
• Grow sales territory by searching for new industries.
• Communicate with customers to ensure production requirements are met.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to develop working relationships

Self-motivated and independent

Time management

Education

High school Diploma or equivalency

Bachelor’s Degree in Sales or Marketing

Tools

Computer software for inventory and sales order systems

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

OUTSIDE SALES ASSOCIATE

SALARY ROCHESTER

Today Requisition ID: 1004

Salary: $71,000.00 Annually

JOIN OUR TEAM! Hanes Supply, Inc. is a well-established full – line industrial manufacturer of slings and contractor supplier specializing in lifting solutions. Hanes Supply offers a comprehensive and diverse product line to its customers including: rigging, fall protection, power tools, fasteners, hand tools, construction and safety equipment. Headquartered in Buffalo, NY, Hanes Supply has six other branches in the United States.

Position Summary

Outside Sales Associates are responsible for meeting pre-determined sales goals, promoting the Hanes product line, obtaining new accounts and protecting the professional image of Hanes Supply in all their dealings with customers and the general public.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Observes all safety procedures, rules and regulations, and instruction in performance of job duties.
• Provides superior customer service for existing customer accounts; handles customer questions, complaints and concerns in a timely fashion.
• Develops and grows current sales territory by searching for other industries or specialty shops in the territory; follows up on sales leads to develop potential sales opportunities.
• Obtains sales quotes requested by potential customers in a timely manner; converts sales opportunities to customer orders.
• Ensures all work orders are completed accurately and reflect specific customer requirements.
• Facilitates the completion of an order taking into account that Hanes is able to provide a fully compliant application of purchased and/or manufactured products to satisfy a specific application or solve a customer problem.
• Provides and counsels Hanes product application expertise to existing or new customers.
• During the manufacturing process, communicates with customer to ensure their production requirements are met; in addition, advises them of any changes recommended by Hanes.
• Enlists the help of an Inside Sales Associate and a member of the manufacturing team prior to making any changes to a customer order.
• Contacts customers to determine acceptable delivery dates and updates the work order to reflect the promised date.
• Keeps in mind other product manufactured by Hanes that could develop into problem solving techniques for another customer.
• Defines and creates an accurate sales document and resulting work order for customer application.
• Builds an ongoing relationship with customers and users both face to face and electronically.
• Provides onsite customer specified applications, reviews, advises and inspects where appropriate.
• Participates in continuous improvement processes in a team environment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to develop working relationships with all levels at different client sites.
• Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated and work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Most possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Working knowledge of computer software for inventory and sales order systems is required.
• Knowledgeable in all facets of customer service, the ability to close sale deals and maintain and seek out new customers is required.
• Must have effective time management and planning skills.

Level of Education and Experience

• High school Diploma or equivalency required; Bachelor’s Degree in Sales or Marketing is desired.
• Trade, manufacturing, industrial and contractor experience is highly desired.
• Prior manufacturing experience and working with quality systems in an ISO environment is highly desired.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Frequency

• Constant: sitting and driving a motor vehicle
• Occasional: carrying 25 lbs., carrying 25 lbs. to 50 lbs., kneeling squatting, crouching, handling and grasping,
• Frequent: N/A

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions and is exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and fumes.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet while in the office, or light to moderately loud when out in the field driving.
• Drivers are likely to drive on motorways for long periods of time.
• Drivers are expected to work in all weather conditions including snow and icy conditions therefore they need to be alert and careful at all times.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, HRA, Life Insurance, Disability, PTO, 401k, Holidays, and much more.

Screening

Successful passing of a pre-employment drug, alcohol and physical screening test is required as a condition of employment. We reserve the option to do a reference and/or background check.

Location

Positions are available in person only; No remote work is available at this time.

Compensation Note

The actual compensation is determined by experience and other factors of the law.

Resume Requirement

*Consideration will not be given to any responses that do not include a resume.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Hanes Supply Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, pregnancy outcomes, reproductive healthcare and autonomy, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.