Sales Representative

MRINetwork; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MRINetwork is seeking a motivated Sales Representative to grow business across the Northeast, focusing on the New York metropolitan area. You will develop new accounts, manage existing relationships, and drive profitable growth in the protective coatings and fireproofing markets.

The role combines field sales with technical problem solving, requiring travel throughout the territory, strong communication and negotiation skills, and a track record of closing deals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5+ years outside sales in coatings, industrial coatings, or fireproofing.
• Proven success developing new business and managing customer relationships.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to travel throughout the assigned territory.

Responsibilities

• Grow territory sales through new business development and account management.
• Build relationships with contractors, distributors, engineers, asset owners, and key decision-makers.
• Recommend products and provide technical solutions to meet customer needs.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure responsive service and successful project execution.
• Monitor market trends, competitive activity, and sales forecasts.
• Support product demonstrations and promote safety and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Outside sales

Communication

Negotiation

Presentation skills

Travel availability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Position Overview

Our client is seeking a motivated Sales Representative to grow business throughout the Northeast, with a primary focus on the New York metropolitan area. This role is responsible for developing new business, managing existing accounts, and driving profitable growth within the industrial coatings and fireproofing market.

Compensation

Flexible structure including commission-only or base salary transitioning to commission after approximately two years.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, technical field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of outside sales experience in protective coatings, industrial coatings, or fireproofing.
• Proven success developing new business and managing customer relationships.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to travel throughout the assigned territory.

Preferred

• Experience selling industrial or technical products.
• NACE or other industry certifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Grow territory sales through new business development and account management.
• Build relationships with contractors, distributors, engineers, asset owners, and key decision-makers.
• Recommend products and provide technical solutions to meet customer needs.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure responsive service and successful project execution.
• Monitor market trends, competitive activity, and sales forecasts.
• Support product demonstrations and promote a strong commitment to safety and customer satisfaction.

Why Join Us

This is an excellent opportunity to manage an established territory while expanding market share with an industry leader. You'll enjoy a high degree of autonomy, strong technical support, and the opportunity to make a significant impact on regional growth.