Outside Sales Representative

Job Description

We are looking to hire a motivated and enthusiastic Outside Sales Representative to join our team. The Outside Sales Representative will be responsible for generating new commercial leads and driving new permanent sales. To be a successful Outside Sales Representative, you should be persuasive and have excellent negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify leads, manage prospects, and acquire new business.
• Service existing clients.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of the metal recycling industry.
• Meet established goals for territory development and sales quotas.
• Communicate with customers and leads to identify and understand their product and service needs.
• Ensures customer satisfaction through ongoing communication and relationship management; resolves any hardships that may arise.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent sales and negotiation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to function well in a high paced environment.
• Ability to solve problems and/or customer complaints.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently to meet or exceed goals.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.

Education and Experience

• Associates or Bachelors degree in Business, Marketing, Sales or related field preferred but not required.
• At least two years experience in cold call sales with a proven track record.
• Basic knowledge of metals or manufacturing industry.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to travel six or more hours a day.

Benefits

• 401 (k) and 401 (k) matching
• Medical, Dental and Life Insurance
• PTO
• Gas Card for business travel