Business Development Representative

Location: SCP Distributors 147 - 207 Fairlane Dr Lafayette Louisiana 70507

Pay: Competitive salary plus annual bonus opportunities company vehicle benefits and SO MUCH MORE!

Looking to work for the best in the industry
Look no further than POOLCORP the worlds leading distributor of outdoor living products. With over 445 Sales Centers in 12 countries and a team with more than 6000 dedicated employees we are committed to meeting the needs of our customers with pride and professionalism. Our network includes SCP Distributors SCP Distributors International Superior Pool Products National Pool Trends Pinch A Penny and Horizon Distributors.

Why join POOLCORP
We offer a wealth of opportunities for career growth and advancement with comprehensive training programs to support your success. As a company we value integrity trust diversity and innovation and we strive to foster a family-oriented hometown culture that is supported by our strong stable and growing business. Join us today and experience the best of both worlds!

So end your job search here at POOLCORP Where Outdoor Living Comes to Life!

You want Benefits Youve got it! Our generous benefits package includes:

• Medical Dental Vision and Prescription Drug coverage with Flexible Spending Accounts and Wellness Programs
• 401 (k) with generous company match
• 13 days of paid time off (PTO) & 8 Paid Holidays (NOTE: PTO increases with tenure!)
• 100% employer paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Fully Funded Tuition Education Programs
• Bonus Programs that include Employee Recognition and Referrals Summer Madness and Annual Performance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Employee Discounts and much more!

What to Expect

The Business Development Representative (BDR) is responsible for selling POOLCORPs value proposition to our customers across all segments including pool builders service providers and retailers. The Business Development Representative plays a key role in customer retention generating revenue and driving sales growth for POOLCORP.

On a daily basis our Business Development Representative:

• Develops a strategy to increase sales and profits within the assigned territory for different customer segments including key opportunity new and existing customers.

• Prospects and generates leads through cold calling networking referrals and online research; follows up on qualified sales leads.

• Effectively builds relationships with customers by understanding and supporting their business. Grows and maintains these relationships over time becoming a go to advisor.

• Plans and executes a minimum number of daily scheduled sales calls with defined objectives for the assigned book of business.

• Travels within designated territory delivering best-in-class sales presentations and product demonstrations that meet the customers needs and proactively provides solutions.

• Negotiates terms closes sales and handles post-sale support including addressing customer concerns and ensuring satisfaction.

• Coordinates sales efforts with corporate marketing initiatives and incentives.

• Attends industry events trade shows and networking opportunities to expand the customer base and stay informed on market trends.

• Provides quotes and product data promptly and accurately.

• Develops relationships with POOLCORP region and division leadership including the Sales Center Region and Division Managers as well as vendor representatives to achieve individual and broader goals.

• Maintains all customer records in our Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system completing reports and call records in a timely fashion.

• Stays current on competitor activities market conditions and industry trends through ongoing research and analysis.
• Other job related duties as assigned.

What You Will Need:

• At least 2 years experience in professional-level business-to-business sales.

• A proven track record of successful sales in a wholesale distribution environment.

• Ability to cold call on prospective clients.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to build trust and long-term relationships.

• Knowledge of industry products and distribution processes.

• Self-motivation and ability to work independently.

• Ample knowledge of one or more of these product lines: pool related equipment plumbing supplies tile decking exterior lighting patio furniture construction materials building supplies chemicals landscaping / irrigation supplies HVAC supplies or similar tangible goods.

• Proficiency with Microsoft CE or other CRM and the entire Microsoft Suite (e.g. Outlook PowerPoint Word and Excel).

• Familiarity with Prelude or similar inventory management software is preferred.

• A valid drivers license a satisfactory driving record no more than 2 violations within 3 years and willing to travel regularly within a designated area.

• Occasional ability to lift and move up to 75 pounds in the Sales Center or on Customer site.

• To be 21 years of age or older to apply.

Bilingual Military Military Spouses and Veteran applicants are strongly encouraged to apply! We understand the uniqueness of hiring military personnel and veterans and will support him/her in the time of duty or with the transition into new civilian professions.

All offers to external candidates for employment are contingent upon the successful completion of pre-employment drug testing and background verifications before employment is finalized. This position is considered safety-sensitive and includes tasks or duties which could affect the safety and health of the employee performing the tasks or others.

POOLCORP including all its subsidiaries is a drug-free company and Equal Opportunity Employer By Choice. The Company understands respects and values diversity unique styles experiences identities ideas and opinions while striving to be inclusive of all people. This commitment is critical to our success as a global company as we seek to recruit develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Hiring and promotional decisions are based solely on the qualifications required for the job to be filled.

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