Sales Representative - Lighthouse Adhesives

We are currently hiring a Sales Representative for our Lighthouse Adhesives facility who will be responsible for promoting and selling products in a business-to-business setting on behalf of the company. The Sales Representative will be responsible for pitching products to potential customers by making cold calls, or following up on leads, presenting new products to existing customer, maintaining existing customer accounts, and ensuring a smooth sales process and customer satisfaction. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Employee must pass a fitness for duty test, drug screen and submit to a TB test on a post offer employment physical. Develops and maintains relationships with potential and existing clients in the specialty chemical fields and any other products of the company. Identifies and locates new clients through a variety of methods including networking and cold calls. Develops and implements strategies for sales in an assigned region or industry. Applies knowledge of the field and product features to match products to the needs of clients. Answers inquiries from clients concerning products, their uses, and the industry at large. Provides information, quotes, credit terms, and other bid specifications to clients. Negotiates prices, terms of sales, and/or service agreements; prepares contracts and submits orders. Collaborates with purchasing departments, managers, and other staff to confirm that orders are processed with accuracy and efficiency and that products are distributed properly. Periodically prepares and reports results, status of accounts, and leads to manager. Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned. Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Able to speak, read and write English. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent sales and negotiation skills. Thorough understanding of technical or scientific products to be sold. Organized with attention to detail. Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with clients. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills to interact positively with customers. Required Education And Experience High School Diploma, required. Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing or related field, required. Previous experience in business-to-business sales, preferred. Physical Requirements Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk while using a phone. Ability to work in controlled environment; however, there are times that work will be required in an uncontrolled environmental setting where temperatures can be extremely cold, hot or humid depending on the outside temperature when required to completed inventory counts and other job duties in plant areas. Work in an environment where there are unexpected, sudden loud noises, beeping backup alarms, flashing lights and sudden movements. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times by lifting, pulling or pushing. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds by reaching above the shoulders. Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Overtime is required from time to time based on business need. Pay Range Pay range is dependent on experience in relevant field. Benefits (effective After 30 Days Except As Noted Below) Medical (3 plans offered) Dental (2 plans offered) Vision Short Term Disability Long Term Disability Basic Life Insurance Voluntary Life Insurance Flexible Spending Account Health Savings Account 401(k) (can begin contribution upon hire) 401(k) matching (upon hire) Paid time available The completion of a TRCC application will be required to be considered for the position. Any incomplete applications will not be considered. Submitting a resume in lieu of an application is not acceptable; however, TRCC will request a resume if needed. The company is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails from search firms. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at TRCC via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of TRCC. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by TRCC as a result of the referral or through other means. #J-18808-Ljbffr