ProDealer Sales Representative

Pella Corporation; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Pella Corporation is seeking a talented individual for a position focused on driving sales and developing relationships in Washington, D.C. The successful candidate will partner with assigned accounts, assist in building relationships with builders, and educate on Pella products. A Bachelor's degree and 5-10 years of construction industry experience are required. Candidates should have strong selling skills and the ability to manage a budget while traveling 50%-75%. This role involves using Microsoft Office Suite and CRM software.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints for customer assistance.
• Demonstrated ability to develop strong business relationships.
• Must maintain valid driver's license and travel requirements of 50%-75%.

Responsibilities

• Partner with accounts to exceed sales goals.
• Educate about products and maintain customer relationships.
• Resolve customer concerns timely to maximize satisfaction.

Skills

Selling Skills

Territory Management

Training Skills

Relationship Building

Customer Satisfaction

Planning, Organization and Time Management

Problem Solving

Initiative

Executing business plans

Product and Industry Knowledge

Budget Management

Excellent Communication and Presentation skills

Technologically Savvy

Education

Bachelor's degree (B.S./B.A.)

5-10 years related experience in construction industry

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Partner with assigned accounts to influence sales staff to surpass predetermined sales goals in territory.
• Knowledge of basic residential and commercial construction as well as general window and door product understanding. Educate and establish yourself as the fenestration expert for assigned accounts and customers, including in depth knowledge of competitive landscape.
• Accurately read, interpret, and takeoff blueprints in order to assist customers in acquiring and growing their new construction builder business.
• Demonstrated ability to develop strong business relationships inside an account as well as the development and maintenance of personal relationships with customers.
• Demonstrated ability to coach and train others on selling strategies and product knowledge skills.
• Conduct planning meetings that result in actionable plans and ongoing conversation allowing for the accomplishment of sales goals.
• Communicate regularly with Sales Management, Marketing provide input and feedback regarding product, programs and policies.
• Develop Business Plans with account to increase sales performance and meet sales goals.
• Assist accounts in developing builder relationships in order to acquire and maintain new business opportunities.
• Represent Pella at Trade shows and events.
• Responsible for executing selling activities to reach objectives established for his/her territory. Provides input on strategic initiatives to increase sales and profitability.
• Responsible for managing a personal budget for travel and training expenses.
• This position is the primary communication link between the company and the customer; as such, the rep is responsible for accurately portraying the Pella brand and product offerings.
• Responsible for answering customer questions and resolving customer concerns in a timely manner to maximize customer satisfaction within Pella business guidelines.
• Expected to utilize customer relationship management software while remotely located. Need to be proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Must be able to maintain travel requirements of 50%-75% with overnight stays; must maintain a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience

Bachelor's degree (B.S./B.A.) from four-year college or university; or five to ten years related experience in the construction industry; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Selling Skills
• Territory Management
• Training Skills
• Relationship Building
• Customer Satisfaction
• Planning, Organization and Time Management
• Problem Solving
• Initiative
• Executing business plans
• Product and Industry Knowledge
• Budget Management
• Excellent Communication and Presentation skills
• Technologically Savvy

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public by demonstrating excellent verbal communication skills.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

Computer Skills

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and calendaring through Outlook).

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but may be loud when at job sites.