Outside Sales Representative - Comm/Data

Graybar Electric Company; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 49,500 - 60,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits

Life Insurance coverage for you and options for family

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability Benefits

Profit Sharing Plans

401(k) Savings Plan with company match

Paid Vacation & Sick Days

Paid Holidays

Paid Wellness Day

Community Time Off

Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs

Job summary

A leading electrical distribution company is seeking an Outside Sales Representative in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This role involves developing new business and maintaining customer relationships. The ideal candidate has at least 5 years of sales experience and a preferred bachelor's degree. Extensive travel is part of the job. The company offers competitive compensation starting at $55,000 annually, along with a bonus structure and comprehensive benefits, including health plans and a 401(k) matching program.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in sales; 6+ years preferred.
• Knowledge of business administration, sales, and marketing.
• Extensive travel required, including some overnight travel.

Responsibilities

• Develop new prospects and maintain existing customer relationships.
• Handle customer complaints and keep management informed of competition.
• Participate in training sessions and trade shows.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Ability to learn independently

Persuasiveness

Education

4 year degree preferred

Job description

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 in 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 5 years experience required; 6+ years 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 base salary for this position is starting at $55,000 annually depending on experience. This position is also bonus eligible - based on specific and relevant 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.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.****Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled