Outside Sales Representative (Full Time), New Orleans, LA

IDN; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

IDN is seeking an Outside Sales Representative based in New Orleans, LA to drive sales with locksmith dealers and select commercial accounts. You will develop territory plans, manage customer relationships, and expand our regional volume for doors, hardware, and security products.

-qualified candidates bring 3–10 years in sales within distribution, solid product knowledge, travel willingness, and strong CRM/communication skills to succeed in a fast-paced, growth-focused team environment.

Qualifications

• 3–10 years of sales experience in a distribution environment.
• Strong understanding of customer and market dynamics.
• Strong product knowledge in mechanical door hardware, electronic access control, or doors and frames.
• Willingness to travel within New Orleans and Southern Louisiana.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency with CRM systems.

Responsibilities

• Develops a business plan and sales strategy to meet company goals.
• Manages all sales activities for locksmiths and new accounts in the territory.
• Provides timely feedback to senior management on sales performance.
• Maintains accurate records via CRM and reports activity.
• Controls expenses to meet budget guidelines.

Skills

Sales experience

Product knowledge

Travel willingness

Computer skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Cross-functional team player

Tools

CRM software

Job description

Outside Sales Representative (Full Time), New Orleans, LA

Outside Sales Representative (Full Time), New Orleans, LA

IDN Company: IDN-Acme

Title/Position: Outside Sales Reprensentative

Type of Position: Full-Time

Location: New Orleans, LA

IDN is a leading distributor of security hardware, access control systems, video surveillance equipment, doors & frames, locksmithing tools, and related security products.

Job Description

Based in New Orleans, LA, the individual in this position is directly responsible for the development and performance of all outside sales activities pertaining to locksmith dealers and select commercial accounts in the New Orleans and Southern Louisiana area including Metairie, Kenner and Gretna. The individual is responsible for achieving maximum profitability and growth in line with company vision and values. This includes establishing plans and strategies to expand the customer base in the designated geographic area and to expand the volume of our commercial door operation.

Responsibilities Include The Following

• Develops a business plan and sales strategy that ensures attainment of company sales goals and profitability
• Directly responsible for all sales activities pertaining to locksmiths and related new account development in the New Orleans and Southern Louisiana area (as an assigned Territory)
• Provides timely feedback to senior management regarding sales performance
• Ensures accurate records/reporting related to call scheduling, activity reporting, and contact management as related to the use of the company’s CRM software
• Controls expenses to meet budget guidelines
• Adheres to all company policies, procedures, and business ethics codes and ensures that they are communicated and implemented within the team

Key Working Relationships

• Demonstrates an ability to interact and cooperate with all company employees
• Works closely and cooperatively with Inside Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Accounting
• Demonstrates excellence in areas of personal character, commitment, organizational and selling skills, and work habits
• Meets or exceeds all activity standards for prospecting calls, appointments, presentations, proposals and closes
• Maintains contact with all employees at the IDN-New Orleans Branch

Requirements

• 3-10 years sales experience in a distribution environment
• Strong understanding of customer and market dynamics and requirements
• Strong product knowledge in the areas of mechanical door hardware, electronic access control systems, and/or doors and frames
• Willingness to travel and work throughout New Orleans and Southern Louisiana area
• Strong computer skills
• Strong communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with an ability to multi-task
• Cross-functional team player

All qualified applicants that apply for IDN Global, Inc. will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. IDN Global, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.