Outside Sales Representative

Rexel

Hilliard (OH)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

401(k) with Employer Match

Paid vacation and sick time

Paid holidays plus flexible personal–

Tuition Reimbursement

Health & Wellness Programs

Flexible Spending Accounts

HSA Accounts

Commuter Transit Benefits

Employee Discount Programs

Professional Training & Development

Career Advancement Opportunities – we促

Job summary

Rexel USA is seeking an Outside Sales Representative to join the Gexpro team in Columbus, OH. The role centers on building high-quality relationships with new and existing customers, promoting products, and driving profitable sales through creative solutions and top-tier service.

The position emphasizes collaboration with leadership, suppliers, and customers to grow markets, manage accounts, and deliver customer-focused solutions while maintaining strong product knowledge and market awareness in

Qualifications

3+ years of sales or electrical industry experience.
Valid driver’s license.
High School diploma or GED – required.
Positive, friendly, and helpful attitude with customers.
Customer-oriented with excellent communication, presentation, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Excellent negotiation, interpersonal skills, and ability to influence decisions.
Product and application knowledge essential.
Highly self-motivated.

Responsibilities

Sell, market, promote, and demonstrate products, communicating features and benefits.
Increase business by generating sales to new customers and selling additional products to existing customers.
Collaborate with leadership, team members, and suppliers in planning, tracking, and implementing sales strategies and developing new markets.
Assist customers with product selection and application utilizing knowledge, internal specialists, and supplier representatives.
Establish and maintain customer relationships.
Learn and evaluate customer operations to tailor solutions to business objectives.
Collaborate with customers and team members for product quotations and provide ongoing communication throughout the purchasing lifecycle.
Work with management, credit, and customers to resolve payment issues promptly.
Gather and report information regarding the company, competitors, pricing, products, and market trends.
Participate in professional development to improve sales skills and maintain technical capabilities.
Maintain accurate and timely records, including sales call schedules and expense reports.
Coordinate sales calls with vendors to introduce and demonstrate products, identify customer needs, and promote solutions.
Utilize and champion digital tools, customer solutions, and services to gain a competitive advantage.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sales experience

Customer service

Communication skills

Negotiation

Time management

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

ERP/CRM systems

Job description

Job Description

We are looking for an Outside Sales Representative to join our Gexpro team in Columbus, OH. (Needs to be physically located in the greater Columbus area)

Summary

The Outside Sales Representative is responsible for the sales and marketing efforts with the objective of increasing profitable sales by creating, building, and maintaining high‑quality relationships with new and existing customers. The role utilizes company digital tools, products, and services to connect with consumers, develop creative solutions, generate sales volume, and provide the highest level of customer service.

What You’ll Do

Sell, market, promote, and demonstrate products, effectively communicating the features and benefits of our product offering.
Increase business by generating sales to new customers and selling additional products to existing customers.
Collaborate with leadership, team members, and suppliers in planning, tracking, and implementing sales strategies and developing new markets.
Assist customers with product selection and application utilizing knowledge, internal specialists, and supplier representatives.
Establish and maintain customer relationships.
Learn and evaluate customer operations to aid in identifying customer objectives, requirements, and preferences in order to present a unique solution tailored to each customer’s business objectives and needs.
Collaborate with customers and team members for product quotations and provide ongoing communication throughout the purchasing lifecycle.
Work with management, credit, and customers to resolve payment issues promptly.
Gather and report information regarding the company, competitors, pricing, products, and current and future market trends.
Participate in professional development to improve sales skills and maintain technical capabilities, including training, special promotions, sales meetings, supplier seminars, and training schools.
Maintain accurate and timely records, including sales call schedules and expense reports.
Coordinate sales calls with vendors to introduce and demonstrate products, identify customer needs, and promote solutions.
Utilize and champion digital tools, customer solutions, and services to gain a competitive advantage.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Duties Disclaimer

The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, or abilities needed to perform the job. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Qualifications

3+ years of sales or electrical industry experience.
Valid driver’s license.
High School diploma or GED – required.
Positive, friendly, and helpful attitude with customers and sensitivity to their needs.
Customer‑oriented and motivated with excellent communication, presentation, organization, and problem‑solving skills.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Excellent negotiation, interpersonal skills, and ability to influence decisions.
Product and application knowledge essential.
Highly self‑motivated.
Familiar with Microsoft Office and relevant ERP/CRM systems.

Physical Demands

Sit: 21%–50% of the time.
Walk: at least 51% of the time.
Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: at least 51% of the time.
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: up to 20% of the time.
Climb or balance: up to 20% of the time.
Talk, hear, taste, smell: at least 51% of the time.

Weight and Force Demands

Up to 10 lbs – up to 20% of the time.
Up to 25 lbs – up to 20% of the time.
Up to 50 lbs – up to 20% of the time.

Working Environment

Exposure to high noise level, heat, and cold – up to 20% of the time.
Exposure to electrical hazards – up to 20% of the time.
Handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment – up to 20% of the time.
Travel to offsite locations – at least 51% of the time.

Disclaimer

Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.

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