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Imagine a company that recognizes excellence in not only the products it sells, but also in its employees. R.S. Hughes Company, Inc. is that company. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of quality and professionalism - and we treat our employees like the valuable assets they are.

Founded in 1954, R.S. Hughes Co., Inc. is a dynamic, North American distributor of industrial supplies. With over 50 warehouse sites in the United States and Mexico, we maintain an extensive inventory of adhesives, abrasives, electrical, static control, tapes, labeling and safety products. We are proud to represent products from leading manufacturing companies including 3M, Henkel Loctite, Momentive, Brady, Kimberly Clark, Ansell Edmont, and many others. We specialize in sales and service solutions to manufacturing companies in both OEM and MRO applications.

In addition to competitive salaries and benefits, we offer an environment that asks you to make a difference. We value hard work and common sense, and we consistently reward those that exemplify these traits. If you're looking for a great team to grow with and if you are willing to embrace the challenges of being expected to be the best, we welcome you to come join the R.S. Hughes Company, Inc. team!

Position Description

The Outside Sales Representative executes proven R.S. Hughes sales strategy at a territory level. The successful candidate will expand sales revenue and drive new market share. The Outside Sales Representative is responsible for ongoing opportunity analysis, demonstrations, and value proposition presentations, as well as working closely with the assigned territory teams. The role will manage the entire sales process and client management after a sale. Teamwork and collaboration are key for the Outside Sales Representative to work closely with sales support in multiple departments. This role is expected to adhere to all company policies and safety protocols.

As an Outside Sales Representative, you are

• Consultative - You'd rather build relationships and recommend the best solution based on needs and challenges.
• Motivated by a big payoff - We're talking long-term residual income.
• Business savvy - Maybe you've had your own business or have the spirit of an entrepreneur. Either way you know the heart of a business owner
• Good with people - You're able to take on an advisory role with the C-suite in a professional manner.
• Connected - You're growing a network of business executives who can help expand your sales pipeline.
• Are you a driven individual that thrives in an entrepreneurial environment? - Here at RS Hughes, our Sales Team are hunters who have the ability to own and run their own book of business.
• Would you like to use your skills and abilities to control and plan for your future ? -Our Sales Team has the ability to write their paycheck with an uncapped, commission structure.
• Are you looking to bring your sales skills to a new arena / industry ? -Come and join us for four-week training program teaching you all of the ins and outs to be successful here.
• Is it important for you to receive recognition for your hard work? - We recognize our sales team!

Key Competencies Required to be Successful as an Outside Sales Representative

Education / Certification / Licenses

Skills That Will Make You Successful

Compensation

Our merit-based salary / bonus program offers exceptional growth opportunities. We provide a comprehensive medical, dental, life insurance, wellness benefit, short term disability plan, paid vacation, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan.

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Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)