Outside Sales Representative - Ground Protection

sunbeltrentals; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision plans

401(k) Match

Volunteer time off

Short-term and long-term disability

Life insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sunbelt Rentals is seeking an Outside Sales Representative for Ground Protection in Chicago. You will leverage cold-calling and closing skills to expand an existing portfolio in a high-demand market and develop skills to advance toward a sales or operations management track.

Join a team that values entrepreneurial spirit and offers training, a strong benefits package, and opportunities for career growth in a dynamic equipment rental business.

Qualifications

• 4-year college degree in related field with at least 1 year of related experience OR 3-4 years of related sales experience.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• 21 years of age

Responsibilities

• Leverage your cold-calling & closing skills to expand an existing portfolio w/i a high demand market
• Develop skills to grow your career as part of a sales or operational management career track
• Work with an incredible team of people that takes the extra step and make it happen for the customer

Skills

Cold-calling

Closing skills

Sales prospecting

Negotiation

Communication

Computer skills

Ground protection knowledge

Bilingual (Spanish)

Education

4-year college degree or 3-4 years related sales experience

Job description

Join Our Team! Sunbelt Rentals strives to be the customer's first choice in the equipment rental industry. From pumps to scaffolding to general construction tools, we aim to be the only call needed to outfit a job site with the proper equipment. Not only do we offer a vast fleet that ranks among the best in the industry, we pair it all with a friendly and knowledgeable staff. Our employees are our greatest asset, and although we present a comprehensive equipment offering, our expertise and service are what truly distinguish us from the competition.

We pride ourselves on investing in our workforce and offer competitive benefits, as well as extensive on-the-job training for all eligible employees.

As a highly successful national company, we are constantly looking for talented individuals to support our growth. If you are interested in pursuing a rewarding career, we invite you to review our opportunities!

Job Description Summary

Outside Sales Representative - Ground Protection

Are you seeking an entrepreneurial, empowering workplace that allows you to:

• Leverage your cold-calling & closing skills to expand an existing portfolio w/i a high demand market
• Develop skills to grow your career as part of a sales or operational management career track
• Work with an incredible team of people that takes the extra step and make it happen for the customer

Education or experience that prepares you for success:

• 4-year college degree in related field with at least 1 year of related experience OR 3-4 years of related sales experience
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• 21 years of age

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities you may rely on

• Strong project management, new business development and customer retention skills
• Effective communication and negotiation skills
• Solid computer skills
• Knowledge of ground protection, construction or specialty industrial equipment preferred
• Bilingual (Spanish) may be preferred in some locations

The physical demands of this role

The physical demands of this role require bending, squatting, crouching, reaching, lifting 50 pounds or more, and working indoors/outdoors when required by the job. The above description is not a complete listing of all miscellaneous, incidental or similar duties which may be required from day to day. Reasonable accommodations may be made to comply with applicable laws. Sunbelt Rentals is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran and any other protected class.

Related experience may include:

• Account Manager
• Rental Sales
• Parts Sales
• Service Manager
• Customer Service Representative
• Construction Manager
• Tools Manager
• Counter Sales Representative
• Equipment Associate
• Manager Trainee
• Manager in Training

Base Pay Range

Base Pay Range: $40,000.00 - 67,761.00 Total compensation package includes base pay, company vehicle, and robust commission plan.

Benefits

Sunbelt also provides a comprehensive benefits package to its full-time employees. This package includes:

• Health, Dental and Vision plans
• 401(k) Match
• Volunteer time off
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Accident, Life and Travel insurance, as well as flexible spending
• Tuition Reimbursement Options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Length of Service Awards

Paid Time Off

You will become eligible for benefits on the first of the month following 30 days from your start date. Sunbelt offers team members the following paid time off from work, subject to Sunbelt's policies (unless specified in a collective bargaining agreement):

• 12-25 vacation days depending on years of service
• 5 sick days
• 6 holidays
• 2 half day holidays
• 2 floating holidays
• 1 inclusion day
• 1 volunteer day

Sunbelt Rentals supports service members. Veterans encouraged to apply.