Outside Sales Representative - (FT)

Dal-Tile Corp.; Maryland Heights (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Match on 401(k)

Employee Purchase Discount

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Dal-Tile Corp. is looking for a dedicated Sales Representative in Maryland Heights to increase market share and sales. The role includes conducting sales calls, preparing reports, and performing area market analysis.

The ideal candidate should have strong sales, negotiation, and communication skills, coupled with a high school diploma and some college experience. Dal-Tile offers competitive salary packages, benefits, and the opportunity for career growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and some college highly preferred.
• 4 years prior selling experience.
• Proven ability to work in an unstructured environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct weekly sales calls and service existing customers.
• Prepare weekly Sales and Call reports.
• Grow market share by increasing sales volume.

Skills

Sales skills

Customer service skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Some college preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Lotus Notes/email

Job description

Dal-Tile is currently seeking an exceptional Sales Representative to join our TEAM! As the Sales Representative, we need someone who is ready to provide a variety of support such as conducting weekly sales calls, reports and market analysis for top accounts in the region.

Primary Objective

Increase market share and sales for the Dal-Tile SBU in the prescribed region/area. Increase account base by servicing existing customers and expand account base through cold calling.

Major Function and Scope

• Conducts weekly sales calls - includes servicing existing customers as well as cold calling potential customers (average 4-5 cold calls per week).
• Prepares weekly Sales and Call reports.
• Develops monthly strategy for sales calls and prepares monthly travel calendar based on that strategy.
• Conducts area market analysis of top accounts in each area include top Dealers, top Contractors and top Builders.
• Researches area market product data to determine the types, styles and sizes most commonly purchased in the area to determine sales strategy.
• Grows market share by increasing sales and sales volume while maintaining company approved product margin goals.
• Completes Positive Action Forms for all cold calls resulting in a display, rack and/or sale.
• Utilizes influence and negotiation skills to sell and/or place displays in customers showrooms.
• Conducts client follow-ups via phone calls, letters and/or emails.
• Establishes and maintains client files and performs timely follow up on programs and projects.
• Provides PK seminars to customers.
• Utilizes On Demand reporting to achieve sales objectives.
• Performs other duties as required.

Experience and Knowledge Required

• High school diploma and some college highly preferred.
• Computer skills to include functional knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Lotus Notes/email.
• Clean driving record and reliable transportation is required.
• 4 years prior selling experience.
• Prior customer service experience is a plus.
• Proven ability to work in an unstructured, unsupervised environment is required.

Competencies

• Self-motivated with the ability to work under little or no supervision.
• Must possess proven interpersonal skills including influencing and negotiation skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to exercise independent judgment and demonstrate solid time management and organizational skills.

Other Pertinent Job Information

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, use hands and reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to walk, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee may sit, climb, balance, talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this position includes close vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities. While performing the duties of this job, the associate is required to frequently lift 50 pounds.

We offer competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, career opportunities, and an environment of creativity and growth. Examples include: Company Match on 401(k), Employee Purchase Discount, and Tuition Reimbursement.

Mohawk Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran committed to an inclusive workplace.