Outside Sales Representative

Graybar Electric Company; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 40,500 - 49,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Life Insurance coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability Benefits

Profit Sharing Plans

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Vacation & Sick Days

Paid Holidays

Paid Wellness Day

Community Time Off

Educational Reimbursement

Career Development Programs

Job summary

Graybar Electric Company is seeking an Outside Sales Representative in Columbia, SC. In this role, you will develop new prospects and maintain customer relationships to sell our products, while ensuring compliance with company pricing policies.

Responsibilities include handling customer complaints, reporting market conditions, and maintaining customer records. Candidates should have at least 1 year of experience, strong negotiation skills, and a preferred 4-year degree. Graybar offers a competitive salary starting at $45,000 and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience required; 2+ years experience preferred.
• Knowledge of business administration, sales, and marketing.
• Extensive travel required, including some overnight travel.

Responsibilities

• Develop new prospects and maintain contacts with established customers.
• Handle customer complaints promptly and effectively.
• Keep management informed of local competition and market conditions.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Ability to work independently

Persuasive selling

Education

4 year degree preferred

Job description

## Outside Sales RepresentativeApplylocations: Columbia, SCtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R261933Are you ready?As an Outside Sales Representative, you will develop new prospects and maintain contacts with established customers for the purpose of selling Company products, and customarily and regularly interact with prospects and customers in person at the customer's site of business or other off-site locations.**In this role you will:*** Responsible for meeting or exceeding assigned annual gross margin budget by promoting and selling products assigned territory in compliance with the Company's pricing policies* 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**What you bring to the table:*** 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.**Compensation Details:** The expected rate of pay for this position starts at $45,000.00 annually. This position is also commission-eligible, based on meeting specific and relative business metrics.The Value of Graybar:At Graybar, we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like:* Multiple plan options for **Medical, Dental, Vision,** and **Prescription Drug** benefits.* **Life Insurance** coverage for you and options for your family.* Save on expenses with **Flexible Spending Accounts**.* Enjoy our **Disability Benefits** at no cost to you.* Share in our success with P**rofit Sharing Plans**.* **401(k) Savings Plan** with company match to help secure your future.* **Paid Vacation** & **Sick Days** to spend time away from work or in case of an illness.* Rest and recharge during our **Paid Holidays** throughout the year.* Take advantage of our **Paid Wellness Day** to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.* Volunteer with **Community Time Off** to give back to the community.* **Predictable Work Schedules** to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles.* Celebrate your and others' achievements with our **Employee Recognition Program**.* Reach your career goals with our **Educational Reimbursement** and **Career Development Programs**.* And **More Perks** that support your well-being and career growth. Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information.****Why should you join Graybar?****At Graybar, our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it’s the right thing to do and the right way to run our business. We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team.That’s what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company.****Apply now and find out what’s next for you.****