Outside Sales Professional

FASTSIGNS #223801; Strongsville (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

FASTSIGNS #223801 seeks a proactive sales professional to manage leads and perform project management tasks. The role involves developing sales strategies, engaging with clients, and ensuring customer satisfaction while adhering to company standards. Join a dynamic team in a fast-growing industry to further your sales career.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Ongoing training opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in developing and executing sales plans.
• Ability to consultively sell and make recommendations.
• Strong communication skills for engaging with business owners.

Responsibilities

• Develop annual sales plans with Franchisee focusing on sales quotas.
• Consultatively sell products to clients, maintaining records of activities.
• Coordinate project management tasks and assist in customer satisfaction.

Skills

Sales strategy

Customer relation

Consultative selling

Database management

Market research

Job description

This role is responsible for sales activities from lead generation through the project management process. Develop and implement agreed upon Sales and Marketing Plan which will meet both personal and business goals of expanding customer base in the marketing area. Work with the center’s management and support teams for the achievement of customer satisfaction and revenue generation, in line with company vision and values. FASTSIGNS of Strongsville is independently owned and operated.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop annual sales plan with Franchisee, detailing activities to follow during the fiscal year, which will focus the position on meeting or exceeding sales quota.
• Demonstrate the ability to carry on a business conversation with business owners and decision makers.
• Consultatively sell and make recommendations to prospects and clients using various products and Brand Standards.
• Identify sales prospects and contact these using a “drill down” and “share of wallet” concept.
• Develop and maintain a database of qualified leads through referrals, telephone canvassing, face to face cold calling on business owners, direct mail, email, and networking.
• Follow up on new leads and referrals resulting from telephone, marketing and field activity.
• Maintain accurate records of all sales and prospecting activities including sales calls, presentations, closed sales, and follow-up activities within their assigned territory, including the use of a Contact Management program to maintain accurate records to maximize territory potential.
• Develop a complete understanding of pricing and proposal models
• Complete all paperwork and follow established center procedures from initiation through completion of a project (i.e., Work Order, credit approvals, POS entry, pre-payment collection, artwork approval, delinquent account collection, reporting).
• Prepare presentations, estimates and sales contracts.
• Establish and maintain estimate follow-up procedures.
• Prepare status reports, including activity, closings, follow-up, and adherence to goals for weekly sales meetings.
• Assist in the implementation of company marketing plans as needed.
• Carry out market research; i.e. competitive shops and customer surveys
• Identify and resolve customer satisfaction issues.
• Establish and maintain effective team relationships with all support departments.
• Adhere to all company policies, procedures and business ethics codes.
• Participate in and practice the brand mentality of “Everybody Sells”. Constantly be looking for sales opportunities for the center.
• Serve as a backup for answering the phone if the Franchisee, manager and sales/service employees are busy assisting other customers.
• Assist at the front counter as needed.
• Understand the sales process enough to consult with customers to determine project needs and solutions.
• Participate in networking and marketing events such as seminars, referral groups, trade shows, and telemarketing programs.
• Assist in collection of account receivables.
• Coordinate shipping schedules and delivery of merchandise and services.
• Conduct and/or supervise minor installations (i.e., RTA).
• Coordinate various tasks & scheduling activities to ensure quality project management.
• Attending virtual or in person daily production meeting at 8:45am discussing current projects/clients and for planning purposes.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be added at any time with or without notice

At FASTSIGNS, every day is unique and presents exciting opportunities, including new ways to use your talent and grow your skills. We have a large network of independently owned locations - both locally and internationally - who offer competitive pay and ongoing training opportunities.

Are you ready to plan for your future? Discover your next career. Make your statement.

Learn more by exploring the positions offered by FASTSIGNS centers.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to FASTSIGNS Corporate.

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Typically Monday through Friday business hours

Fast growing industry

Opportunity to work in a variety of roles