What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales Associate position at Maley and Wertz?
Job Description
Hardwood Sales Associate
Maley & Wertz is a family-owned sawmill and kiln drying operation located in Evansville, Indiana. We are currently seeking a candidate to fill an open position with our sales team as a sales associate.
Position Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- Excellent communication, problem solving and presentation skills
- Desire to work in a customer-centric sales role
- Ability to upsell
- Excellent customer service skills and strong telephone presence
- Good organizational and time management skills
- Good computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite a plus)
- Sense of urgency
- Positive, proactive and energetic attitude
- Team player who works productively with wide range of people
- Problem-solving and analytical ability
Duties will include, but not be limited to the following:
While working closely with senior sales representatives and direct Sales Manager:
- Actively manage and grow a dedicated sales territory that includes a pre-existing customer base
- Understand each customer’s needs to provide real, effective solutions
- Deliver exceptional service
- Generate detailed, professional quotes
- Develop leads and prospect new business opportunities using a variety of sources
- Process orders in a timely manner and exhibit thorough follow-up
- Work to continually advance and improve knowledge of product and industry trends
Position
- Full time position
- Company offers medical, vision, 401(k), and other benefits
- Salary is negotiable and based on experience
We are an equal opportunity employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sexual orientation, race, color, age, disability, religion, national origin, citizenship status and creed.
Job Type: Full-time