Sales Associate

Join a USA Today Top Workplace! Morris Group, Inc., one of the largest machine tool distribution networks in North America, is a third generation, family owned and operated business that serves manufactures of precision machined parts in the United States. Our mission is to help manufacturers maintain a competitive advantage in the world economy by improving productivity. Trident Southeast, a division of Morris Group, Inc., is one of the nation’s largest distributors of Haas CNC machine tools, work holding, automation systems and robotics. Our business has an exciting entry level opportunity for the right candidate with strong personal drive that is a self-starter and has the capacity to learn quickly. Summary of Responsibility: We are seeking a motivated and driven Outside Sales Representative to join our dynamic team. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside an established veteran sales professional, learning the ins and outs of the territory, customer base, and product line, with a clear path to take over the territory upon transition. What You Will Contribute: Work closely with a senior sales representative to understand the territory’s history, accounts, and strategies Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing customers while identifying and cultivating new prospects Conduct on-site visits, product demonstrations, and presentations Collaborate with internal teams to create tailored solutions for customer needs Track all sales activities and customer interactions through CRM tools Participate in training, product updates, and industry events to maintain expertise Other Functions: Perform related duties as required. The duties listed above are intended only as illustration of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific lists of responsibilities does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar or a logical assignment to the position. Qualifications & Competencies: Completion of either a manufacturing trade school certificate program, a two-year college degree or work equivalent. Some working knowledge and understanding of CNC machine technology and applications. Basic manufacturing technology, tooling and part inspection is desired. Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to interpret instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Frequent travel throughout a regional sales territory is necessary. What's in it for You: We take great pride in our employees and offer a variety of benefits that allow our employees to be successful inside and outside of work: Competitive starting salary Paid Time Off, starting with 23 paid days off in your first year. 10 Company Paid Holidays Comprehensive Health Benefits including, Medical, Vision, Dental and Life Insurance 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution Tuition reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Mental and physical requirements: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be highly mobile, able to access all areas of the premises. Ability to concentrate and remain focused while prioritizing multiple tasks, responsibilities, and projects. Ability to sit for prolonged period of times. Able to perform bending, twisting, stooping, reaching, and lifting of moderate to heavyweight material up to 50 lbs. with assistance from equipment or other employees. Ability to frequently use hands and arms. Vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Ability to keep their composure with the public and co-workers in everyday, stressful situations. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Job Requisition ID: 1206B