Outside Sales Associate (Fire Protection)

Job Description

Job Summary

Responsible for prospecting new accounts, retaining existing accounts, and increasing opportunities with existing customers.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• Provides full service support for existing customer base in assigned territory including sales and delivery.
• Manages sales volume with an existing customer group and assists with prospecting to expand the customer base.
• Services, maintains and delivers orders to customers within assigned territory.
• Participates in pricing for assigned accounts.
• Works with OSR, but requires autonomous decision making for outside territory.
• Partners with customers, vendors, credit, and A / R to resolve customer service issues.
• Identifies customer products needs and consummates sales.
• Handles repairs as needed.

Nature and Scope

Works in compliance with established procedures and / or protocols. Identifies and resolves readily identifiable, clearly defined problems.

Demonstrates skill in data analysis, techniques by resolving missing / incomplete information, inconsistencies / anomalies in routine research / data.

• Nature of work requires general supervision; exercises judgment. May be paired with a mentor. Work typically involves regular process checks or review of output by a coworker and / or supervisor.
• May provide general guidance / direction to or train junior level support personnel.

Work Environment

• Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting and maneuvering material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward.
• Typically in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noise, and fumes, which may cause noticeable discomfort.
• Typically requires overnight travel less than 20% to 50% of the time.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age or older
• Must pass pre-employment assessment(s) if applicable

Education and Experience

Typically requires BS / BA in related discipline. Certification may be required in some areas. Generally 0-2 years of experience in related field OR MS / MA and generally 0-1 year of experience in related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• External sales experience.
• Familiarity with technical product lines preferred.
• Class A CDL- Operate vehicle with GVW over 26,000 pounds not in combination, or transport hazardous materials that require placarding.

About Core & Main

Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leading distributor of water, sewer, storm drain and fire protection products in the United States.

Operating approximately 320 branches nationwide, the company combines local expertise with a national supply chain to provide contractors and municipalities innovative solutions for new construction and aging infrastructure.

Core & Main's 4,500 plus associates are committed to the safe distribution of water and fire protection to help communities thrive.

Visit www.coreandmain.com to learn more.

Core & Main is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment at Core & Main is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence.

Core & Main does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship, or any other basis protected by law.

None of the questions in this application are intended to elicit information regarding any protected characteristics, nor imply any limitation, illegal preferences or discrimination based upon non-job-related information or protected characteristics.

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