Sales Development Associate — Hybrid Growth Path

MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc.; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

MSC Industrial Supply Co. is seeking a Seller to support sales growth through relationship-building, account development, and hands-on learning across the sales organization.

Onboarding begins without an assigned territory, shadowing experienced sellers and supporting unassigned accounts to build foundational selling, account management, and product knowledge. As territories are assigned, the MSC Seller will take full ownership of account management, drive revenue growth, retain customers, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 2–4 year college degree preferred.
• 2–3 years of outside direct sales/service experience preferred but not required.
• Role may require relocation to an assigned territory outside the candidate's current state.
• Industry experience (e.g., fasteners, chemicals, industrial maintenance supplies, electrical, etc.) preferred.
• Strong technical aptitude with ability to read and analyze technical materials.
• Excellent communication, presentation, listening, and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Build and strengthen relationships with customers at functional and executive levels to ensure retention, satisfaction, and alignment with needs.
• Develop and execute strategies to deepen penetration within accounts and achieve sales targets.
• Serve as a trusted advisor by delivering tailored, value-driven solutions.
• Lead the implementation of major company programs within assigned accounts.
• Process orders, verify shipments, stock inventory, and manage returns for accuracy.
• Leverage CRM and account management systems to track sales activity and forecast.

Skills

Relationship-building

Account development

Sales support

CRM proficiency

MS Office & email

Education

High school diploma or GED

2–4 year college degree preferred

Tools

MS Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Handheld scanners

Order management systems

Job description

MSC Industrial Supply Co. is seeking a Seller to support sales growth through relationship-building, account development, and hands-on learning across the sales organization.

Onboarding begins without an assigned territory, shadowing experienced sellers and supporting unassigned accounts to build foundational selling, account management, and product knowledge. As territories are assigned, the MSC Seller will take full ownership of account management, drive revenue growth, retain customers, and