Account Associate

Benjamin Moore & Co•Orlando, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

At Benjamin Moore, our success is attributable to the employees who dedicate their time and talents to the brand and exemplify our core values of openness, integrity, community, excellence, and safety. Benjamin Moore employees enjoy a competitive and well-rounded benefits package, career development options, business resource groups, and opportunities to come together and connect with colleagues. We facilitate growth, development, and purpose for all through an inclusive and engaging workplace. Join us and be part of a brand that inspires creativity, innovation, and passion while supporting locally owned stores in 65 countries. Click here to see how you can paint your future!

Requirements

Minimum 1 year of administrative or support sales experience supporting fast paced operations.
Must be able and willing to work onsite within a designated region (to be identified during the interview process); relocation not required for candidates already residing in the area.
Must be available for up to 25% travel, sometimes overnight, to attend training and other events.
Valid driver's license and a good driving record.
Very strong verbal, written, and listening communication skills.
Excellent relationship management and team interaction skills.
Friendly, outgoing, confident, and enthusiastic.
Self-starter, committed to the task and independent worker.
Demonstrated passion for servicing customers and creating solutions.
Comfortable speaking in front of small to medium-sized groups in a professional setting.
Desire to develop sales skills and product knowledge.
Good computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook); position will require that the candidate learn to use Microsoft Dynamics CRM platform.
Strong work ethic with a commitment to building a career path.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk working on a computer
Ability to lift up to 15 lbs. occasionally (e.g. files, boxes of documents)
Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing, writing, and handling documents.

Nice To Haves

A four-year college degree preferred, or a combination of college and customer-facing work experience.
Bilingual a plus.

Responsibilities

Attend internal and external product and sales training.
Learn and stay current on all aspects of the paint and coatings industry by working alongside professionals in R&D, Marketing, Sales Operations, Manufacturing & Distribution, Color and Design, and independent retailer locations.
Participate in market-wide selling events and professional networking events, including managing special events or hospitality functions as directed by the RSD.
Apply paints and coatings to various substrates and learn how to diagnose and troubleshoot product performance issues.
Support all field roles in meeting their sales goals by targeting customers to sell in products and programs.
Manage and produce reports and tools based on field sales needs to support administrative, sales, and management processes.
Liaise with HQ contacts when additional resources are required.
Support Training Team by assisting in architectural and industrial product training.
Be a true Brand Ambassador by living the Benjamin Moore vision and values.
Perform other duties as assigned.