Outside Sales Representative

Graybar

$85K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of outside sales experience, ideally with a sales background related to the company's products.
  • Bachelor's degree preferred but not required.
  • Strong understanding of business administration, sales, and marketing principles.
  • Excellent negotiation skills with a persuasive sales approach.
  • Self-starter who is able to work independently towards set goals.
  • Willingness to travel extensively, including some overnight trips.
  • Experience with business software for managing customer records and transactions.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain relationships with both new prospects and existing customers in face-to-face settings.
  • Achieve or exceed sales targets by selling to complex accounts in accordance with company pricing policies.
  • Address and resolve customer complaints in a timely manner while reporting any potential claims.
  • Provide management with insights on local competition and market conditions to inform strategic decisions.
  • Implement and oversee sales and merchandise programs while suggesting new products for inventory.
  • Maintain accurate records of all customer interactions and assist in the collection of overdue accounts.
  • Engage in ongoing education and networking through training sessions and industry events.

Benefits

  • Multiple health benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
  • Life insurance options for employees and their dependents.
  • Flexible spending accounts to help manage out-of-pocket expenses.
  • Complimentary disability benefits for employees.
  • Profit sharing plans to reward employee contributions to success.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching.
  • Paid time off for vacations and sickness, along with paid holidays.
  • Paid wellness days for preventive health care.
  • Community engagement opportunities with paid time off for volunteering.
  • Regular work schedules with predictable hours, typically avoiding weekends.
  • Employee recognition programs to celebrate achievements and contributions.
  • Career development support through educational reimbursement and growth programs.
Full Job Description
As a Senior Outside Sales Representative, you will develop new prospects and maintain contacts with established customers for the purpose of selling Company products. You will customarily and regularly interact with prospects and customers in person at the customer's site of business or other off-site locations.

In this role you will:
  • Meet or exceed assigned annual gross margin budget by promoting and selling products to more complex accounts in assigned territory in compliance with the Company's 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:
  • 5 years experience required; 6+ 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


Pay Details:

The expected salary for this position is $85,704 annually depending on experience. This position is also bonus eligible based on specific and relevant 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 Graybar's FAVR reimbursement program will be shared upon hire.

The Value 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, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits.
  • Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.
  • Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts.
  • Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you.
  • Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans.
  • 401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future.
  • Paid Vacation & Sick Days to spend time away from work or in case of an illness.
  • Rest and recharge during our Paid Holidays throughout the year.
  • Take advantage of our Paid Wellness Day to focus on preventive care and prioritize your health.
  • Volunteer with Community Time Off to give back to the community.
  • Predictable Work Schedules to 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 Perks that 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.

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