Regional Sales Representative

Overview:

We are currently looking for a talented, dynamic and motivated outside sales professional to join our team in the Christiansburg, VA Market Area. Reporting to a Region Sales and Business Development Manager, in this position you will independently prospect, develop and nurture relationships with businesses and industry entities.

Responsibilities:

• Develop new sales leads by prospecting and pursuing targeted new business through calling or visiting potential customers, attending trade shows, initiating mailings and other related activities
• Negotiate and close new sales contracts and service agreements to achieve year over year customer base growth
• Develop and leverage relationships with businesses and industry entities such as real estate companies, home builder associations and other trade organizations to cultivate new business prospects
• Actively participate in industry organizations to continually build a professional network
• Partner with Regional Management and the National Accounts group to aggressively pursue Regional and National Accounts business opportunities
• Champion a positive, professional image of Suburban Propane to create customer goodwill and foster referrals and repeat business
• Follow up with new accounts to ensure customer satisfaction and fulfillment of the job

Why join the Suburban Propane team? Because we care about the physical, mental, and financial wellbeing of our employees and provide them with competitive pay plus incentive potential and an outstanding benefits package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision (eligibility after just 30 days of employment)
• Paid time off that increases with tenure
• A 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
• A new employee training program and many opportunities for continued learning and career development
• Disability and life insurance
• Employee recognition program
• Generous tuition assistance program
• Propane discounts

$65,000/year (plus commission)

*Subject to change over time, to allow adequate time to build a commissionable platform.

For eligibility, the number of days provided under our PTO plan, and other information about benefits please visit: .

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of business-to-business sales experience
• Some college or equivalent in experience and education (Business related Bachelor’s Degree preferred)
• Excellent verbal communication skills including the ability to negotiate and convincingly persuade others
• Professional and articulate with an enthusiastic and positive attitude
• Industry knowledge is preferred but not required
• Basic understanding of oil and gas fired appliances and related distribution systems (training is provided)

Suburban Propane Partners, L.P. ("Suburban Propane") is a publicly traded master limited partnership listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Headquartered in Whippany, New Jersey, Suburban Propane has been in the customer service business since 1928 and is a nationwide distributor of propane, renewable propane, renewable natural gas ("RNG"), fuel oil and related products and services, as well as a marketer of natural gas and electricity and producer of and investor in low carbon fuel alternatives, servicing the energy needs of approximately 1 million residential, commercial, governmental, industrial and agricultural customers through approximately 700 locations across 42 states. Suburban Propane is supported by three core pillars: (1) Suburban Commitment – showcasing Suburban Propane's nearly 100-year legacy, and ongoing commitment to the highest standards for dependability, flexibility, and reliability that underscores Suburban Propane's commitment to excellence in customer service; (2) SuburbanCares – highlighting continued dedication to giving back to local communities across Suburban Propane's national footprint; and (3) Go Green with Suburban Propane – promoting the clean burning and versatile nature of propane and renewable propane as a bridge to a green energy future and investing in the next generation of innovative, renewable energy alternatives. For additional information on Suburban Propane, please visit .

It’s an amazing time to become a part of our team as we expand our national footprint and make strides toward a sustainable, clean energy future!

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. As part of our pre-employment hiring process, background checks and drug screens are performed. For more information about our hiring process, please visit:

  At Suburban Propane, we know that our strength comes from our diverse and inclusive team of employees who make a difference in the communities we serve across the country every day. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all applicants for employment without regard to an individual’s age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, color, creed, religion, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, handicap, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other category protected under federal, state or local law, regulation, or ordinance.

In line with these values, Suburban Propane considers all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable laws. To that end, the Company welcomes such applicants in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Philadelphia applicants can review information pertaining to Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance here: