What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Representative-Chicago position at Carboline?
Title: Sales Representative
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Summary:
Are you a strategic sales professional with a track record of driving growth and building lasting client relationships? This is your opportunity to take ownership of a high-potential territory in the Chicago, IL region—representing a portfolio of industry-leading products and services. In this role, your initiative, insight, and execution will directly influence your success and open doors to accelerated career advancement. If you're motivated by challenge, autonomy, and the ability to shape your own trajectory within a performance-driven organization, we invite you to bring your expertise and elevate what’s possible.
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, a Technical field, or equivalent experience.
At least 1 year of proven success in individual sales.
Preferred: Experience in industrial sales, especially within the coatings industry.
Must possess a valid Driver’s License.
Physical Requirements:
Minimal physical activity required.
Occasional lifting of up to 50 lbs.
Ability to work on a computer for extended periods (up to 8 hours/day).
Occasional exposure to chemicals.
Willingness to travel 50%-75%, including overnight stays.
Essential Functions:
Establish and grow a high-potential territory in the Chicago region by identifying untapped markets and cultivating new customer relationships.
Position yourself as a trusted advisor, educating clients on our product portfolio and delivering tailored solutions that drive measurable value.
Develop and execute a strategic territory plan focused on long-term growth, account penetration, and market share expansion.
Navigate complex sales cycles with confidence, leveraging your industry knowledge and consultative approach to close business.
Collaborate cross-functionally with technical service, customer support, and operations teams to ensure seamless execution and customer satisfaction.
Respond to customer needs and challenges with urgency, professionalism, and a commitment to delivering results.
Continuously monitor market dynamics, competitive activity, and customer feedback to refine your approach and stay ahead of trends.
Operate with a high degree of autonomy while maintaining alignment with broader sales objectives and leadership expectations.
Support field technical service efforts when needed to reinforce product performance and customer trust.
Champion our values of safety, quality, and service in every customer interaction and business decision.
Who We Are:
Carboline is a St. Louis-based coatings manufacturer with a global reach. The company, founded in 1947, produces high-quality performance coatings, linings, and fireproofing products in more than 20 manufacturing facilities around the world. Carboline has been ranked a top workplace, so culture and maintaining a safe and clean work environment is something we take very seriously.
Carboline is part of RPM International Inc., a $7.6 billion, multinational company with subsidiaries that are world leaders in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related services. From homes and workplaces to infrastructure and precious landmarks, RPM’s market-leading brands are trusted by consumers and professionals alike to help build a better world. If you want to be part of a growing global organization with opportunity for growth, we would like to meet you.
What We Offer:
We offer a team atmosphere that fosters cooperation and creativity; a management team committed to employee development and an environment where people are empowered to make decisions. Our career opportunities offer unlimited earnings potential, and our comprehensive benefits package is among the best in the industry which includes affordable benefits, a company match 401K plan and a retirement pension plan. Carboline is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply.
“In order to be the best, we must hire the best.”