Outside Sales Representative

Shepherd Electric Supply

$68K — $125K *
Business Services
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5 years experience required; 6+ years experience preferred
  • 4-year degree preferred
  • Knowledge of business administration, sales, and marketing
  • Strong negotiation skills
  • Ability to work independently and achieve goals
  • Persuasive sales ability
  • Extensive travel required, including some overnight travel

Responsibilities

  • Meet or exceed assigned gross margin budget by selling to complex accounts
  • Address customer complaints promptly and effectively
  • Keep management updated on local competition and market trends
  • Implement sales and merchandise programs as directed
  • Maintain detailed records of customer interactions and transactions
  • Assist in collecting past due accounts
  • Participate in training sessions, trade shows, and sales meetings

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug options
  • Life Insurance for employees and family options
  • Flexible Spending Accounts to save on expenses
  • No-cost Disability Benefits
  • Profit Sharing Plans to share in company success
  • 401(k) Savings Plan with company match
  • Paid Vacation and Sick Days
  • Paid Holidays throughout the year
  • Paid Wellness Day for preventive care
  • Community Time Off for volunteering
  • Predictable work schedules with no weekends or nights
  • Employee Recognition Program for achievements
  • Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs
  • Additional perks that support well-being and career growth
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

Compensation Details: The expected base pay for this position is $68K – $84K with bonus/commission (Total compensation range $80K – $125K), depending on experience and account responsibility.

Shift Hours and Schedule: Monday through Friday - 8:00am to 5:00pm

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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