Technical Sales Representative - Protective and Marine Coatings - Missouri/ Iowa

PPG is in search of a Sales Representative to join our Protective and Marine Coatings business. PPG is a world leader in protective and marine coatings, developing products that protect customers' assets in some of the world's most demanding conditions and environments, including Civil infrastructure, Offshore, Petrochemical, Power, Marine new-build, dry dock & sea stock. You'll report to the PMC Zone Sales Director – Central. This is a remote role which involves travel. Key Responsibilities Achieve a specified sales and net contribution within the market by selling PPG Coatings Products across all major segments and distribution channels. Open and service new and current customer accounts assigned to a specified territory. Respond to customer needs concerning product recommendations, application and performance. Analyze territory performance reports and develop strategic sales territory business plans. Maintain a good understanding of the market, customers, competition and developments within a specialized segment in order to use sales opportunities. Work with PPG credit department to manage customer debt. Qualifications Minimum Education: High School Diploma Minimum 3+ years of sales experience, preferably in the Protective Coatings industry. Ability to work well with diverse customers. Ability to calculate discounts and profit associated with a selling price, calculate commissions associated with territory performance, and estimate product volume based on surface area. Ability to read and understand product data sheets, material safety data sheets, scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to analyze problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and write technical reports to communicate the information. Benefits PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. Other incentives may apply. Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process. PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr PPG