Sales Representative

Koppers Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Koppers Inc. in Pittsburgh seeks a marketing–oriented sales professional to quote railroad products, manage orders, and deliver superb customer service.

You’ll coordinate with plant locations on inventory, production, freight rates and logistics to ensure on-time deliveries. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Marketing, have prior business sales experience, and strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing preferred.
• Prior experience in business sales preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to set priorities and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Quote railroad products to customers (crossties, switch ties, bridge materials).
• Order management and follow-up.
• Provide customer service, including inquiries, order tracking, and feedback.
• Interface with plant locations concerning inventory, production, freight rates and logistics.
• Provide support for outside sales managers.
• Follow procedures established by credit, logistics and tax departments.

Skills

Sales experience

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Team player

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Excel

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Quote railroad products to customers IE: crossties, switch ties and bridge materials
• Order management and follow-up
• Provide customer service, including inquiries, order tracking, and feedback
• Interface with plant locations concerning inventory, production, freight rates and logistics
• Provide support for outside sales managers
• Follow procedures established by credit, logistics and tax departments

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, BS or BA in Marketing preferred
• Prior experience in business sales preferred
• Strong organizational, communication and leadership skills
• Team player
• Ability to set priorities, analyze problems, work independently, and manage time effectively
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.

Koppers Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other category or characteristic protected by federal law, state, or local law.