Welding Sales Specialist

Airgas, Inc.; Bensalem Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Welding Sales Specialist to drive sales of welding processes and applications. In this technical sales role, you'll develop expertise in welding while working closely with experienced specialists. Your responsibilities include growing sales, providing excellent customer service, and utilizing advanced sales tools. This position offers a chance to enhance your skills in a dynamic environment, where your contributions will directly impact customer satisfaction and business growth. Join a company that values diversity and supports its employees with comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k with Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Scholarship Programs

Parental Leave

Qualifications

• 4+ years of welding industry experience required.
• Pass the Certified Welding Sales Representative exam after hire.

Responsibilities

• Grow profitable sales of Welding Processes to small to midsize customers.
• Travel to customer sites to recommend Airgas solutions.

Skills

Welding Processes

Sales Skills

Relationship Management

Problem-Solving

Technical Knowledge

Education

Associate's Degree in Welding

Bachelor's in Engineering

Tools

Efficiency Analysis Tools

Welding Surveys

Job description

R10065217 Welding Sales Specialist (Open)

Location:

Reading, PA - Retail shop
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Philadelphia, PA (Store) - Retail shop
Williamsport, PA - Retail shop

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

The Welding Sales Specialist is a technical sales position responsible for developing Airgas-specific expertise in Welding processes and applications. This role involves working closely with an Advanced Fabrication Welding Sales Specialist, gaining experience through the Airgas Advanced Fabrication Sales Methodology, including Efficiency Analysis & Engineered Cost Reductions. The specialist interacts with Airgas associates, external vendors, suppliers, and both existing and prospective customers.

1. Responsible for growing profitable sales of Welding Processes and Applications to new and existing small to midsize Airgas customers.
2. Develop in-depth technical knowledge to match customer needs with Airgas products and services, addressing inquiries and providing excellent customer service.
3. Utilize sales tools (Efficiency Analysis, Welding surveys, Welding 201) to promote sales and profitability.
4. Travel to customer sites with the Advanced Fabrication Welding Process Specialist to understand customer welding processes and recommend Airgas solutions.
5. Provide customers with sales knowledge and marketing materials to promote Airgas Shielding Gases, welding products, and services.
6. Upgrade selling skills and technical knowledge, especially in automation applications and CNC cutting systems.
7. Operate safely at all times and promote safety standards among colleagues and customers.
8. Perform special projects and other duties as required.

Are you a MATCH?

• Associate's Degree in Welding (AAS) preferred; military welding training, Bachelor's in Engineering, or additional welding experience may substitute.
• Pass the Certified Welding Sales Representative (CWSR) exam sponsored by AWS after hire to enter the training program.
• Membership in AWS, ASM, ASNT, ASQ, ASME, or SME is highly desirable.
• Prior sales experience required; technical sales experience preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of welding industry experience.
• Strong interest and basic knowledge of welding processes and applications.
• Relationship management and problem-solving skills for technical solutions.
• Ability to build relationships within and outside the organization.
• Knowledge of TQM, Lean, and/or Six Sigma principles.

We care about and support our Airgas families through comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, parental leave, 401k with match, tuition reimbursement, and scholarship programs.

Your differences enhance our performance

We are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or other protected characteristics.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

We evaluate applicants without regard to protected characteristics and provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. For accommodations, contact us at [e-mail].