Outside Sales Pro — Commission, Benefits, Equity

Graybar Electric Company, Inc.; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock ownership plan

401(k) Savings Plan with company match

Paid Vacation & Sick Days

Job summary

Graybar Electric Company, Inc. in Augusta, GA is seeking an Outside Sales Representative to develop new prospects and maintain relationships with existing customers, selling our products at the customer's site or other off-site locations.

The role requires at least 1 year of sales experience (2+ preferred), a four-year degree preferred, willingness to travel, and the ability to work independently to achieve goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience required; 2+ years experience preferred
• 4 year degree preferred
• Knowledge of business administration, sales, and marketing
• Negotiation skills
• Ability to learn our business and to work independently to achieve goals
• Ability to sell and be persuasive
• Extensive travel required, including some overnight travel

Responsibilities

• Meeting or exceeding the annual gross margin budget by promoting and selling products in the territory
• Handle customer complaints promptly and effectively, and report potential claims
• Keep management informed of local competition and market conditions
• Carry out sales and merchandise programs as directed, and recommend new items for stock
• Maintain current customer records, files, and reports of business transactions; assist in collection of past due accounts
• Participate in training sessions, trade shows, and sales meetings as requested
• Demonstrate products after sale when necessary

Skills

Negotiation skills

Sales ability

Willing to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Graybar Electric Company, Inc. in Augusta, GA is seeking an Outside Sales Representative to develop new prospects and maintain relationships with existing customers, selling our products at the customer's site or other off-site locations.

The role requires at least 1 year of sales experience (2+ preferred), a four-year degree preferred, willingness to travel, and the ability to work independently to achieve goals.