Sales Representative

Intertek; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Intertek, based in Columbus, Ohio, is looking for a Sales Representative to join their Electrical Sales team. This role involves direct sales activities within a designated area, focusing on the identification and development of new accounts while providing exceptional customer service.

The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of successful direct sales experience, with strong interpersonal and organizational skills. The position offers a competitive salary, medical benefits, and generous vacation time.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of successful direct sales experience.
• Ability to travel at least 50% of the time.
• Valid driver's license and reliable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Sell Intertek's services within assigned accounts.
• Meet with customers via presentations and trade shows.
• Prepare sales reports and forecasts as required.

Skills

Sales Experience

Customer Service Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Microsoft Office Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

CRM Tools (MS Dynamics, Sales Force)

Job description

Sales Representative – Columbus, Ohio

Intertek, a Nationally Recognized Testing Lab and leading provider of ATIC services, is actively seeking a Sales Representative in the Electrical Sales team. The role involves direct sales activity within an assigned territory, identifying and developing new accounts, and leveraging Intertek’s Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions. Intertek’s Electrical business line applies product testing expertise to help clients meet safety, performance, environmental and quality requirements for a variety of electric products, including appliances, consumer electronics, lighting, medical devices, ICT, HVACR, industrial, and energy transmission and distribution.

What you’ll do

• Sell Intertek’s services within assigned vertical, account and territory through effective client research, prospecting, and networking.
• Meet with current and prospective customers via client presentations and participation at trade shows.
• Meet order and revenue quotas on a monthly basis.
• Write and follow up on proposals, specify appropriate standards and pricing; follow through on sales transactions to ensure a superior customer experience for every project.
• Provide outstanding customer service.
• Meet all activity targets and log activity in iConnect, as required.
• Prepare sales reports and forecasts, as required.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED.
• 1+ years successful direct sales experience.
• Superior interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Exceptional ability to communicate and interact effectively in written, verbal written and presentation formats.
• Excellent organizational, prioritization and time management skills.
• Must be energized and self‑motivated and have the ability to work independently in a fast‑paced, multi‑tasking environment with shifting priorities.
• Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to travel at least 50% of the time.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable driving record.
• Physical dexterity/mobility to travel via car, airplane and to perform all clerical functions inherent to the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Business to business sales experience.
• Experience with CRM tools (MS Dynamics, Sales Force or other).

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and monthly incentive eligibility based on sales goals.
• Payable holidays.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match.
• Generous vacation/sick time (PTO).
• Tuition reimbursement and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email [e-mail] or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.

Intertek is a drug‑free workplace. For certain safety‑sensitive roles, a pre‑employment drug screen will be required. Based on local law and legislation, marijuana may be included in that screening.

Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.