Outside Sales Representative

POSITION SUMMARY

Meet or exceed sales goals for goods and services sold by Preferred Pump and Equipment LP. Responsible for selling water well / septic (and related) products and services; develop and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective customers; and performing other essential duties of this position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Regularly meet with (in-person) current and prospective customers to demonstrate products, explain product features, and solicit orders.
• Prospecting : Constantly prospecting for new customers by using business directories, following leads from existing clients, participating in organizations and clubs, and attending trade shows and conferences.
• Sales Activity Planning and Organization : Develop advanced, written sales call plans that include a schedule, contact list and sales strategy for each meeting.
• Recommend products to customers, based on customers' needs and interests.
• Answer customers' questions about products, prices, availability, product uses, and credit terms.
• Negotiate details of contracts and payments, prepare sales contracts and order forms.
• Estimate or quote prices, credit or contract terms, warranties, and delivery dates.
• Credit / Collections : Responsible for working with assigned customers / prospects to obtain credit information, update credit information and resolve outstanding collection issues.
• Consult with clients after sales to resolve problems and to provide ongoing support.
• Present, market and update PPE incentive programs including Dealer Award Programs, open house events and customer training programs.
• Provide customers with product samples and catalogs.
• Arrange and direct delivery and installation of products and equipment.
• Monitor market conditions, product innovations, and competitors' products, prices, and sales.
• Must be able to safely operate a motor vehicle, hold a valid driver license, meet Company driver standards and must meet Company insurability requirements.
• Perform administrative duties including maintaining sales records and timely completion of expense account reports. May have some responsibility for warranty administration.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education :

High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED) : Required

Experience :

Two or more years of related outside sales experience.

Computer Skills :

Ability to use basic computer applications including Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel, web browsers and order processing computer applications.

Job Type : Full-time

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

100% Employee owned

Company Vehicle

Compensation Package :

Commission pay

Base pay

Schedule :

Monday to Friday

Education :

High school or equivalent

Experience :

Sales Experience : 2 years (Preferred)