Outside Sales Representative

SurfacePrep; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Company Paid Life Insurance

Company Paid Short-Term Disability

Company Paid Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Car Program

Job summary

SurfacePrep is seeking a Surface Finishing Sales Representative to drive revenue by selling our surface enhancement solutions to new and existing clients in Seattle and Western Washington. You will build relationships, identify opportunities, tailor solutions, and present features that meet customer needs while managing a robust pipeline.

This commission-based role rewards successful outcomes with unlimited upside; expect to travel extensively, maintain CRM records, forecast sales, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 5+ years outside sales experience.
• Excellent sales and negotiation skills.
• Organized and detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Willingness to travel extensively, including prolonged driving.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a network to generate new sales opportunities.
• Plan and schedule meetings with prospective and existing customers.
• Understand client needs and recommend suitable solutions.
• Present product features and benefits tailored to customer needs.
• Maintain CRM records of sales activities.
• Prepare and deliver periodic sales forecasts for the territory.
• Drive post-sale customer satisfaction and issue resolution.
• Travel across Seattle and Western Washington.

Skills

Sales skills

Negotiation

Organized

Prioritization

Analytical thinking

Pressure resilience

CRM proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Sales, Business, or related field

Minimum 5 years outside sales experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Surface Finishing Sales Representative drives revenue by selling the company’s products and services to new and existing clients. This role covers Seattle and Western Washington, focusing on building relationships, identifying opportunities, and delivering solutions that meet customer needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain a strong network to generate new sales opportunities/leads.
• Plan and schedule meetings with prospective and existing customers.
• Engage with clients to understand their product or service requirements and recommend suitable solutions.
• Present and demonstrate product features/benefits tailored to customer needs.
• Ensure customer satisfaction through proactive communication, relationship management, and timely resolution of post-sale issues.
• Maintain ongoing contact with current and past clients, providing updates on new products, services, and enhancements.
• Track and document sales activities including calls, orders, wins/losses, and relationship challenges using CRM tools.
• Prepare and deliver periodic sales forecasts for the assigned territory.
• Perform additional duties as required to support business objectives.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Sales, Business, or a related field OR minimum of five years of relevant experience in outside sales or a similar role.
• Excellent sales and negotiation skills.
• Organized and detail-oriented, capable of managing multiple priorities effectively.
• Ability to prioritize and respond promptly to customer inquiries and requests.
• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills to address challenges and deliver solutions.
• Thrives in fast-paced environments and remains composed under pressure.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and related software applications.
• Willingness to travel extensively, including prolonged periods of driving.
• Comfortable with extended periods of desk work and computer use.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds as needed.

About SurfacePrep

Delivering Results Beyond the Surface

Founded in 1956, SurfacePrep is North America’s leading provider of surface enhancement solutions, with over 60 facilities across the United States, Canada, and Europe. With decades of experience, we deliver reliable equipment, consumables, and technical expertise that help manufacturers enhance performance, efficiency, and finish quality across their operations.

At SurfacePrep, we understand the importance of dependable and effective surface enhancement solutions. Our team partners with trusted manufacturers to provide comprehensive process improvements, hands-on technical support, and high-quality products across a wide range of applications — including coated and bonded abrasives, abrasive air and wheel blasting, mass finishing, paint and powder coating, additive manufacturing post-processing, and turnkey production services that help customers eliminate risk, protect uptime, and maintain consistent quality.

Our national footprint combines local expertise with a robust network of resources, ensuring consistency, responsiveness, and innovation for customers across aerospace, automotive, medical, defense, general manufacturing, and more.

By partnering with SurfacePrep, customers gain more than products — they gain a collaborative team committed to delivering results beyond the surface.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability
• Company Paid Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Car Program

Commission based compensation structure with unlimited potential, where a successful Sales Rep will be making $150,000+.