Outside Sales Representative

Quincaillerie Richelieu Ltée/Richelieu Hardware Ltd; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commissions

Car allowance

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Company cell phone

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Richelieu Hardware Ltd is seeking an Outside Sales Representative to grow our local business in the Indianapolis area. You will manage relationships with cabinet and furniture manufacturers, residential and commercial woodworkers, and expand our market through consultative selling in the field and virtually.

You will travel three to four days per week, use a CRM, and drive sales growth with solutions-based support. Competitive base plus commissions and full benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Outside sales experience in building materials or related industries.
• Ability to learn and provide client solutions.
• Must have reliable transportation for field visits.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day sales activities and grow relationships with manufacturers and woodworkers.
• Conduct consultative sales discussions in-person and virtually.
• Advise customers to help grow their business.

Skills

Sales-driven

Strong communication

Time management

Customer relationships

Tools

CRM software

MS Office

Job description

Company Overview

Richelieu is a leading North American distributor, importer, and manufacturer of specialty hardware and complementary products. Our products are targeted to an extensive customer base of kitchen and bathroom cabinet, storage and closet, home furnishing and office furniture manufacturers, door and window, residential and commercial woodworkers, and hardware retailers including renovation superstores. Richelieu offers customers a broad mix of high-end products sourced from manufacturers worldwide. With over 150,000 product offerings, 112 locations in North America, and a state-of-the-art field force that passionately serves over 110,000 customers, Richelieu continues to stand in the forefront of a dynamic and ever-changing industry.

Company Overview

Richelieu is a leading North American distributor, importer, and manufacturer of specialty hardware and complementary products. Our products are targeted to an extensive customer base of kitchen and bathroom cabinet, storage and closet, home furnishing and office furniture manufacturers, door and window, residential and commercial woodworkers, and hardware retailers including renovation superstores. Richelieu offers customers a broad mix of high-end products sourced from manufacturers worldwide. With over 150,000 product offerings, 112 locations in North America, and a state-of-the-art field force that passionately serves over 110,000 customers, Richelieu continues to stand in the forefront of a dynamic and ever-changing industry.

Since 1968, Richelieu has understood the significance and impact of a strong set of Core Values.

Five Core Values

Customer Focus, Innovation, Performance, Respect/Integrity/Ethics, and Ownership.

Our Mission

to enable our customers to profitably grow their businesses through the design and creation of exceptional kitchens, closets, and storage spaces.

Our Opportunity

We are currently seeking an Outside Sales Representative to take responsibility for growing our local business region.

Candidate must live inside the sales territory

Outside Sales Representative

The Outside Sales Representative is responsible for the overall relationship and management of day-to-day sales activities towards cabinet and furniture manufacturers, and residential and commercial woodworkers in his/her territory. You will engage in structured consultative sales discussions, both in person and virtually, ultimately serving as a business advisor towards your customers.

What We Are Looking For

• Experience in sales, optimally outside sales within the building materials or construction industries
• Eager to learn, with a passion for providing solutions to customers and a drive to achieve successful sales growth
• Knowledge or experience within these areas is preferred: building materials, bathroom or kitchen cabinetry, closets, millwork, etc.
• Highly motivated, able to self-direct and manage your own time and responsibilities, organize and plan
• Able to learn and proficiently use our CRM (Customer Relationship Management) program to track daily activity, plan and optimize sales calls, and follow up with customers' requests or needs
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; must be able to effectively use Excel, Word, Outlook for daily responsibilities and tasks
• As this position requires regular automobile travel, you must have your own independent, reliable transportation. This position requires you to work "in the field," making in-person visits to customers three to four days per week
• Position may require occasional lifting/moving up to 50 lbs.

Compensation And Benefits

• Competitive market-based salary plus monthly commissions
• Monthly car allowance plus fuel and business expense reimbursement
• A comprehensive group insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, long-term and short-term disability insurance, life insurance, etc.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with company matching
• 401(K) with employer matching
• Company cell phone
• Paid vacation, 9 paid annual holidays, and sick days

What We Offer

• Proudly North American company: As a company with proud roots in Quebec, present in Canada and the United States, we enjoy excellent recognition and a great reputation.
• A mature and stable company: With more than 50 years of experience in the market, we offer the trust and organizational strength needed for a safe working environment.
• Continuous growth: With strong financial health, our business is constantly expanding, opening future opportunities for all.
• Competitive compensation: We offer competitive base compensation based on the market.
• Opportunity to become a shareholder: We believe in the involvement of our employees and offer them the opportunity to become shareholders.
• Work-life balance: We value a healthy and flexible work environment, allowing everyone to achieve a work-life balance.
• Quality products: We are committed to offering products of exceptional quality, thus satisfying our most demanding customers.
• Opportunity to grow: We encourage career opportunities and continuing education for the professional development of our employees.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, we will only communicate with candidates selected for the pre-selection process.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

By submitting their application file, candidates consent to Richelieu Hardware Ltée collecting, using, and retaining the documents provided solely for the purpose of evaluating their application. These documents may be retained by Richelieu Hardware Ltée for future reference for a period of twelve (12) months following receipt of the application.