Sales Representative

Graybar Electric Company, Inc.; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Profit Sharing

Job summary

Graybar Electric Company, Inc. is seeking a Sales Representative in Rochester, NY to develop relationships with new prospects and maintain existing customers while selling Graybar products and services. You will learn about technology, grow your career in sales, and join a team focused on results.

You will handle inquiries, maintain records, and participate in trainings, trade shows and meetings. Expect an uncapped commission structure with a base salary and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to negotiate and be persuasive.
• Work independently and within a team.
• Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• 2+ years relevant experience preferred; 2 or 4 year degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow customer accounts.
• Handle customer inquiries promptly and effectively.
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate customer records.
• Participate in training sessions, trade shows and sales meetings.
• Meet or exceed assigned annual sales and margin budgets.

Skills

Persuasion

Negotiation

Independent work

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Education

2- or 4-year degree preferred

Job description

Are you ready? As a Sales Representative you will develop relationships with new prospects and maintain relationships with established customers while selling Company products and services. Our Sales Representatives develop relationships with a wide variety of customers, learn about exciting technology and products, and grow their career in sales.

In this role you will:

• Develop and grow customer accounts
• Handle customer inquiries promptly and effectively
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate customer records
• Participate in training sessions, trade shows and sales meetings
• Earn uncapped commissions plus a base salary
• Meet or exceed assigned annual sales and margin budgets

What you bring to the table:

• Ability to negotiate and be persuasive
• Work independently and within a team
• Highly effective interpersonal and communication skills
• 2+ years relevant experience preferred, 2 or 4 year degree preferred
• Ability to travel on a limited basis

Shift and Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

Compensation Details: The expected rate of pay for this role starts at $45,000 annually, depending on experience. This position is also incentive-eligible, based on meeting specific and relative business metrics.

This role requires the use of your personal vehicle for business purposes. Graybar offers a Fixed and Variable Rate (FAVR) reimbursement program to support eligible drivers. This program allows you to choose and drive your own vehicle, rather than a company-assigned car, and your reimbursements can help you build equity in your vehicle over time. Please note that certain vehicle requirements, such as age and original MSRP, may impact your eligibility for tax-free reimbursement. More information about Graybar's FAVR reimbursement program will be shared upon hire.

The Value of Graybar:

We are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular, full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like:

• Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits.
• Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.
• Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you.
• Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans.
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future.
• Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness.
• Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year.
• Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.
• Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community.
• Predictable Work Schedules to plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles.
• Celebrate your and others' achievements with our Employee Recognition Program.
• Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs.
• And More Perks that support your well-being and career growth.

Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles, so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information.

Why should you join Graybar?

At Graybar, we believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it’s the right thing to do and the right way to run our business. We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team. That’s what our employee ownership culture is all about: working as one team and moving forward together, while honoring the unique value each person brings to our company.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled

Consistent with our values, we welcome people from all backgrounds, cultures and experiences into our company because we believe it’s the right thing to do and the right way to run our business. We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging, ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect, and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow, learn and make a difference, both as individuals and as part of the team.

Graybar, a Fortune 500 company, specializes in supply chain management services, and is a leading North American distributor of high quality components, equipment, and materials. We serve the construction market, the commercial, institutional, and government (CIG) market, and the industrial and utility markets. Graybar products and services support new construction, infrastructure updates, building renovation, facility maintenance, repair and operations, and original equipment manufacturing.