The Sales and Marketing Specialist plays a critical role in fueling the companys sales pipeline through proactive outreach strategic prospecting and marketing execution. This is a high-activity relationship-driven position focused on identifying potential customers creating interest in Culligan solutions and scheduling qualified opportunities for the sales team.
This role blends sales development customer communication and marketing support. The ideal candidate is comfortable initiating conversations highly organized and motivated by measurable results.
Company Overview
Culligan of Southern Minnesota is a locally owned family-operated water treatment company that has proudly served communities across Southern Minnesota for more than 75 years. Backed by the trusted Culligan brand a leader in water treatment for over 90 years we combine national expertise with hometown service and relationships.
Our success has been built on trust reliability and a commitment to doing right by both our customers and our team. We focus on delivering high-quality water solutions while creating a positive supportive work environment where employees can grow contribute and take pride in the impact they make every day.
Key Responsibilities
Lead Generation & Prospecting
Conduct outbound phone calls to prospective residential and commercial customers using warm and targeted calling strategies
Generate new opportunities through email outreach database marketing and follow-up campaigns
Reconnect with past customers service lists and inactive accounts to uncover new opportunities
Qualify leads by identifying customer needs timeline and potential fit for Culligan solutions
Schedule appointments and hand off qualified opportunities to the sales team
Marketing & Outreach Support
Assist in executing local marketing campaigns and promotional initiatives
Support coordinate and attend key community outreach efforts events and direct contact marketing programs
Help organize and manage lead sources generated from advertising referrals and service interactions
Collaborate with the Sales Manager to refine messaging targeting and campaign performance
Customer Engagement & Follow-Up
Provide professional friendly communication that reflects the Culligan brand
Maintain consistent follow-up with prospects to nurture relationships and move opportunities forward
Respond to inquiries promptly and ensure a positive customer experience throughout the outreach process
CRM & Reporting
Accurately document all customer interactions and lead activity within CRM systems
Maintain organized outreach schedules and follow-up tracking
Provide regular reporting on activity levels lead quality and conversion trends against agreed upon metrics
Qualifications
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Comfortable with outbound calling and proactive customer outreach
Organized self-motivated and results driven
Ability to manage multiple campaigns and follow-up tasks simultaneously
Experience in sales marketing telemarketing customer service or business development preferred
Familiarity with CRM systems (Salesforce or similar platforms) is a plus
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced team-oriented environment
Experience with social media video editing graphics is a plus
Work Environment
Full-time in-person role based in Mankato Minnesota
Collaborative environment working directly with sales leadership
Performance-driven position with clear expectations and measurable goals
Positive team-oriented workplace focused on support and success
What Success Looks Like
Consistent generation of qualified leads and scheduled appointments
Strong follow-up execution and customer engagement
Increased marketing effectiveness and pipeline growth
Positive representation of Culligan within the community
Why Join Culligan of Southern Minnesota
Family-owned company with deep local roots
Industry leading and most trusted brand serving communities for 90 years
Positive and supportive work environment
Flexibility and leadership accessibility you dont find in large corporations
A team genuinely dedicated to employees and customers alike
Opportunity to directly impact company growth and success
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelors degree preferred but not required 1 to 3 years of experience in customer service sales support outreach marketing or a similar people facing role preferred Comfortable making outbound calls and initiating conversations with new customers Strong communication skills with the ability to build rapport quickly and professionally Basic computer proficiency including email data entry and Microsoft Office or Google Workspace Ability to stay organized while managing multiple follow ups and outreach activities Self motivated with a strong work ethic and positive attitude Reliable attendance and ability to work full time in an in person office environment Valid drivers license and willingness to attend occasional local events or outreach activities
Compensation: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour
About Culligan
Great tasting water. Brighter future. Bigger job opportunities. Culligan is making a real difference in the lives of people all over the world by providing better cleaner water through our suite of innovative products and exceptional customer service. Join the Culligan team. Apply for a job now.
Culligan provides healthy delicious water for our customers in their homes offices businesses and industrial facilities around the world. Our complete line of water softeners water filtration systems commercial and industrial water treatment solutions drinking water systems whole-house filtration systems and bottled water delivery options set the standard in the water treatment industry.
This location is independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the owner and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this location. All inquiries about employment at this location should be made directly to the location owner and not to Culligan Corporate.
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Benefits:401(k) matchingCompetitive salaryDental insuranceEmployee discountsHealth insurancePaid time offTraining & developmentVision insurancePosition OverviewThe Sales and Marketing Specialist plays a critical role in fueling the companys sales pipeline through proactive outreach strategic prospec...
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Employee discounts
Health insurance
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
Position Overview
The Sales and Marketing Specialist plays a critical role in fueling the companys sales pipeline through proactive outreach strategic prospecting and marketing execution. This is a high-activity relationship-driven position focused on identifying potential customers creating interest in Culligan solutions and scheduling qualified opportunities for the sales team.
This role blends sales development customer communication and marketing support. The ideal candidate is comfortable initiating conversations highly organized and motivated by measurable results.
Company Overview
Culligan of Southern Minnesota is a locally owned family-operated water treatment company that has proudly served communities across Southern Minnesota for more than 75 years. Backed by the trusted Culligan brand a leader in water treatment for over 90 years we combine national expertise with hometown service and relationships.
Our success has been built on trust reliability and a commitment to doing right by both our customers and our team. We focus on delivering high-quality water solutions while creating a positive supportive work environment where employees can grow contribute and take pride in the impact they make every day.
Key Responsibilities
Lead Generation & Prospecting
Conduct outbound phone calls to prospective residential and commercial customers using warm and targeted calling strategies
Generate new opportunities through email outreach database marketing and follow-up campaigns
Reconnect with past customers service lists and inactive accounts to uncover new opportunities
Qualify leads by identifying customer needs timeline and potential fit for Culligan solutions
Schedule appointments and hand off qualified opportunities to the sales team
Marketing & Outreach Support
Assist in executing local marketing campaigns and promotional initiatives
Support coordinate and attend key community outreach efforts events and direct contact marketing programs
Help organize and manage lead sources generated from advertising referrals and service interactions
Collaborate with the Sales Manager to refine messaging targeting and campaign performance
Customer Engagement & Follow-Up
Provide professional friendly communication that reflects the Culligan brand
Maintain consistent follow-up with prospects to nurture relationships and move opportunities forward
Respond to inquiries promptly and ensure a positive customer experience throughout the outreach process
CRM & Reporting
Accurately document all customer interactions and lead activity within CRM systems
Maintain organized outreach schedules and follow-up tracking
Provide regular reporting on activity levels lead quality and conversion trends against agreed upon metrics
Qualifications
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Comfortable with outbound calling and proactive customer outreach
Organized self-motivated and results driven
Ability to manage multiple campaigns and follow-up tasks simultaneously
Experience in sales marketing telemarketing customer service or business development preferred
Familiarity with CRM systems (Salesforce or similar platforms) is a plus
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced team-oriented environment
Experience with social media video editing graphics is a plus
Work Environment
Full-time in-person role based in Mankato Minnesota
Collaborative environment working directly with sales leadership
Performance-driven position with clear expectations and measurable goals
Positive team-oriented workplace focused on support and success
What Success Looks Like
Consistent generation of qualified leads and scheduled appointments
Strong follow-up execution and customer engagement
Increased marketing effectiveness and pipeline growth
Positive representation of Culligan within the community
Why Join Culligan of Southern Minnesota
Family-owned company with deep local roots
Industry leading and most trusted brand serving communities for 90 years
Positive and supportive work environment
Flexibility and leadership accessibility you dont find in large corporations
A team genuinely dedicated to employees and customers alike
Opportunity to directly impact company growth and success
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelors degree preferred but not required 1 to 3 years of experience in customer service sales support outreach marketing or a similar people facing role preferred Comfortable making outbound calls and initiating conversations with new customers Strong communication skills with the ability to build rapport quickly and professionally Basic computer proficiency including email data entry and Microsoft Office or Google Workspace Ability to stay organized while managing multiple follow ups and outreach activities Self motivated with a strong work ethic and positive attitude Reliable attendance and ability to work full time in an in person office environment Valid drivers license and willingness to attend occasional local events or outreach activities
Compensation: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour
About Culligan
Great tasting water. Brighter future. Bigger job opportunities. Culligan is making a real difference in the lives of people all over the world by providing better cleaner water through our suite of innovative products and exceptional customer service. Join the Culligan team. Apply for a job now.
Culligan provides healthy delicious water for our customers in their homes offices businesses and industrial facilities around the world. Our complete line of water softeners water filtration systems commercial and industrial water treatment solutions drinking water systems whole-house filtration systems and bottled water delivery options set the standard in the water treatment industry.
This location is independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the owner and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this location. All inquiries about employment at this location should be made directly to the location owner and not to Culligan Corporate.
Culligan is a water systems treatment company for homes & businesses. Our water solutions are designed to provide you with cleaner, safer & great-tasting water.
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