Outside Sales Representative Job in Cincinnati, Ohio US
Outside Sales Representative
THE OPPORTUNITY Graybar is looking for talented, enthusiastic people to help us maintain the highest levels of customer satisfaction in every area of our business. We are a Company that recognizes talent and provides the opportunity for training and development for your career growth. THE COMPANY Graybar is a leader in the distribution of electrical, telecommunications, and networking products and an expert provider of related supply chain management and logistics services. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in North America, Graybar offers exciting career opportunities and an environment energized by a history of teamwork, innovation and continuous success. This is your chance to join a Fortune 500 company with a 140-year history of entrepreneurial innovation and a philosophy of "promote from within." Join our team and let Graybar work to YOUR advantage! THE REQUIREMENTS Progressively manage and maintain contacts with established customers and source new business through prospecting new customers. Sales Representative must customarily and regularly engage in work away from company's place of business. Promote and sell Graybar products in compliance with all company pricing policies and instructions, to achieve maximum gross margin rate. Handle customer complaints promptly, 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. Participate in training sessions, trade shows, and sales meetings as requested. Perform other duties as assigned. SKILLS/EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Education : Bachelors degree preferred. Experience : Two to four years industry-specific experience preferred. Knowledge : Broad knowledge of product line and pricing. Proven ability to learn our business and to work independently to achieve goals. Negotiation skills along with ability to sell and be persuasive. Broad knowledge of business administration, sales, and marketing. Professional appearance and demeanor. Acceptable driving record. May require onsite customer visits. NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday; Some overtime required (Note: The normal work schedule may vary depending on location.) BENEFITS At Graybar, our advantages and benefits revolve around our motto of "Plan Well, Invest Well, Live Well". Our advantages help you plan well for the future by offering flexible spending accounts, long-term care insurance, and life insurance and disability benefits. Employees can invest well with retirement saving tools such as a profit sharing plan, a defined benefit pension plan, a 401(k) plan and an employee stock purchase plan. Graybar's benefits package helps you live well with a comprehensive health care package including medical, dental, prescription drug and vision plans. We also offer paid vacation time and holidays. As an employee-owner, you'll be proud to call Graybar YOUR company! Graybar is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome job applications from qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, ancestry, family care status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or any other lawfully protected status. Minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans are encouraged to apply.