Welding Sales Specialist

Airgas, Inc.; King of Prussia (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Welding Sales Specialist to enhance its technical sales team. This role involves developing expertise in welding processes and applications, working closely with customers to provide tailored solutions that meet their needs. You will be responsible for driving sales growth while ensuring excellent customer service and safety practices. Join a dynamic team that values diversity and offers competitive pay and benefits, including medical, dental, and tuition reimbursement. If you have a passion for welding and sales, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

401k

Tuition Reimbursement

Scholarships

Qualifications

• 4+ years of welding industry experience with strong knowledge of welding processes.
• Prior sales experience required; technical sales experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop expertise in Airgas welding processes and applications.
• Grow profitable sales of welding products to small to midsize customers.
• Travel to customer sites to assess welding processes and recommend solutions.

Skills

Welding Processes

Technical Sales

Relationship Management

Problem-Solving

TQM

Lean Principles

Six Sigma

Education

Associate's Degree in Welding

Bachelor's in Engineering

Job description

R10065217 Welding Sales Specialist (Open)

Location:

Reading, PA - Retail shop
Bensalem, PA - Retail shop
Carlisle, PA - Garrison - Retail shop
Harrisburg, PA (Plant) - Filling industrial
Hatfield, PA - Retail shop
Hazle Township, PA - Retail shop
King of Prussia, PA - Retail shop
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 collaborates closely with an Advanced Fabrication Welding Sales Specialist, utilizing 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.

• Responsible for growing profitable sales of Welding Processes and Applications to small to midsize Airgas customers.
• Develop in-depth technical knowledge to match customer needs with Airgas products and services, addressing inquiries and providing excellent customer service.
• Utilize sales tools like Efficiency Analysis, Welding surveys, and Welding 201 to promote sales and profitability.
• Travel to customer sites with the Advanced Fabrication Welding Process Specialist to assess current welding processes and recommend Airgas welding solutions.
• Provide customers with sales knowledge and marketing materials for Shielding Gases, welding products, and services.
• Upgrade selling skills and technical knowledge, especially in automation applications and CNC cutting systems.
• Operate safely at all times and promote safety among colleagues and customers.
• Participate in special projects and perform other duties as required.

Are you a MATCH?

• Associate's Degree in Welding (AAS) preferred; equivalent military training, Bachelor's in Engineering, or additional welding experience may be considered.
• Pass the Certified Welding Sales Representative (CWSR) exam sponsored by AWS after hiring, to complete Airgas Welding training.
• Membership in AWS, ASM, ASNT, ASQ, ASME, or SME is highly desirable.
• Prior sales experience required; technical sales experience preferred.
• At least 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 Airgas and externally.
• Knowledge of TQM, Lean, and Six Sigma principles.

We support our Airgas Families with competitive pay and benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, parental leave, 401k, tuition reimbursement, and scholarships.

Our Commitment to Diversity

We value diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or other protected characteristics. We believe diversity fosters innovation and strengthens our organization.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer, evaluating all applicants without discrimination. For more information, view our EEO policies and notices linked in the original description. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities; contact us at the provided email for assistance.