About the Role
<strong>Job Description</strong><br />
Industry: Shipping / Trucking / Railroad<br />
Job Category: Sales / Marketing
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<p><b>Role and Responsibilities</b></p>
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<li>Identify prospective customers through lead generation and outreach.</li>
<li>Contact new and existing customers to understand their needs and recommend appropriate products.</li>
<li>Maintain strong product knowledge and clearly communicate product features and benefits.</li>
<li>Demonstrate how products solve customer challenges and improve operations.</li>
<li>Answer customer questions and provide accurate product information.</li>
<li>Negotiate pricing, terms, and agreements with customers.</li>
<li>Collaborate with internal colleagues and departments to support customer needs.</li>
<li>Maintain accurate contact lists and follow up with customers to build long-term relationships.</li>
<li>Review customer credit status and assist with collections of outstanding balances when necessary.</li>
<li>Complete all administrative tasks accurately and in a timely manner.</li>
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<p><b>Qualifications and Education Requirements</b></p>
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<li>Must be at least <b>21 years of age</b>.</li>
<li><b>Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience</b> required.</li>
<li><b>1–2 years of industry-related sales experience</b> within the distribution or supplier community preferred.</li>
<li><b>Background in industrial, manufacturing, or machinery-related environments is strongly preferred.</b></li>
<li>Must have <b>reliable transportation</b>, a valid <b>Driver’s License</b>, and current <b>automobile insurance</b>.</li>
<li>Strong verbal and written communication skills.</li>
<li>Strong negotiation, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills.</li>
<li>Ability to work effectively in a <b>team environment</b> while managing multiple tasks.</li>
<li>Proficiency with <b>Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, and email communication</b>.</li>
<li>Goal-oriented, self-motivated, and able to perform with minimal supervision.</li>
<li>Driven to maintain a competitive advantage in the marketplace.</li>
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<p><b>Benefits</b></p>
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<li>Competitive <b>base salary</b></li>
<li><b>Commission program</b></li>
<li><b>Monthly car allowance</b> and expense reimbursement</li>
<li><b>Comprehensive healthcare plan</b>, including medical, dental, and vision</li>
<li><b>401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions</b></li>
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Security Clearance Required: No<br />
Visa Candidate Considered: No<br />
<strong>Compensation</strong><br />
Base Salary - USD $60,000 to $70,000<br />
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Full-time<br />
Benefits - Full<br />
Relocation Assistance Available - No<br />
Commission Compensation - Yes<br />
Bonus Eligible - No<br />
Overtime Eligible - No<br />
Interview Travel Reimbursed - No<br />
<strong>Candidate Details</strong><br />
<strong>1+ to 2 years experience</strong><br />
Seniority Level - Associate<br />
Management Experience Required - No<br />
Minimum Education - High School Diploma or Equivalent<br />
Willingness to Travel - Never<br />
<strong>Ideal Candidate</strong>
<p><strong>Recruiter Summary</strong></p>
<p>Our client is seeking a motivated <strong>Sales Consultant</strong> to develop new business and maintain strong relationships with existing customers. This role focuses on identifying customer needs, presenting product solutions, and driving revenue growth within a distribution and supplier environment.</p>
<p>The ideal candidate will have <strong>1–2 years of sales experience</strong>, preferably within <strong>industrial, manufacturing, or machinery-related industries</strong>, and be comfortable working directly with customers to recommend products, negotiate terms, and close business. This is a great opportunity for a <strong>goal-oriented, self-motivated sales professional</strong> who enjoys building relationships and working in a fast-paced environment.</p>
<p>The position offers a <strong>competitive base salary, commission structure, monthly car allowance, and a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare and a 401(k) with company matching</strong>.</p>
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