Outside Sales Representative Electrical Contractor
Job Summary
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As an Outside Sales Representative you will develop new prospects and maintain contacts with established customers for the purpose of selling Company products and customarily and regularly interact with prospects and customers in person at the customers site of business or other off-site locations.
In this role you will:
Responsible for meeting or exceeding assigned annual gross margin budget by promoting and selling products assigned territory in compliance with the Companys pricing policies
Handle customer complaints promptly and effectively and report potential claims
Keep management informed of local competition and market conditions
Carry out sales and merchandise programs as directed and recommend new items for stock
Maintain current customer records files and reports of business transactions; assist in collection of past due accounts
Participate in training sessions trade shows and sales meetings as requested
Demonstrate products after sale when necessary
What you bring to the table:
Minimum 1 year experience required; 2 years experience preferred
4 year degree preferred
Knowledge of business administration sales and marketing
Negotiation skills
Ability to learn our business and to work independently to achieve goals
Ability to sell and be persuasive
Extensive travel required including some overnight travel.
Compensation Details: The expected pay for this position is $45000.00 annually. This position is also commission-eligible based on meeting specific and relative business metrics.
This role requires the use of your personal vehicle for business purposes. Graybar offers a Fixed and Variable Rate (FAVR) reimbursement program to support eligible drivers. This program allows you to choose and drive your own vehicle rather than a company-assigned car and your reimbursements can help you build equity in your vehicle over time. Please note that certain vehicle requirements such as age and original MSRP may impact your eligibility for tax-free reimbursement. More information about Graybars FAVR reimbursement program will be shared upon hire.
TheValue of Graybar:
At Graybar we are known for our comprehensive benefits and our employee stock ownership plan! Most regular full-time employees at Graybar may be eligible for a variety of benefits like:
Multiple plan options for Medical Dental Visionand Prescription Drugbenefits.
Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.
Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts.
Enjoy our Disability Benefitsat no cost to you.
Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans.
401(k) Savings Planwith company match to help secure your future.
Paid Vacation& Sick Daysto spend time away from work or in case of an illness.
Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidaysthroughout the year.
Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Dayto focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.
Volunteer with Community Time Offto give back to the community.
Predictable Work Schedulesto plan your life: no weekends or nights for most roles.
Celebrate your and others achievements with our Employee Recognition Program.
Reach your career goals with our Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs.
And More Perksthat support your well-being and career growth.
Benefit eligibility may vary across locations and roles so be sure to check in with your recruiter for more information.
Why should you join Graybar
At Graybar our employees are the heart and soul of our company. We believe that employees with diverse perspectives bring the ideas and innovative thinking we need to solve our biggest challenges and compete in an ever-changing world. Consistent with our values we welcome people from all backgrounds cultures and experiences into our company because we believe its the right thing to do and the right way to run our business.
We want each of our employees to know that they matter and to feel a sense of belonging ownership and inclusion at Graybar. We believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and respect and we work to build a collaborative environment where our employees have the opportunity to grow learn and make a difference both as individuals and as part of the team.
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About Company
Graybar is a leading North American distributor of high-quality electrical, communications, and data networking products, specializing in related supply chain management and logistics services.