Account Representative - Outside Sales for Lift Truck Leader

Crown Equipment • Joliet, IL

9h • Onsite

About The Position

Crown Equipment Corporation, a global leader in lift truck manufacturing, is seeking an Account Representative for Outside Sales. This role is responsible for maximizing the sale of lift trucks, Crown Insite products, and warehouse products within a specified territory. The position involves developing existing accounts and seeking new business by analyzing opportunities, identifying key personnel, and building strong business relationships. The Account Representative will consult and problem-solve to enhance the Company’s position in existing and target accounts, develop a territory management plan, and create sales strategies, proposals, and forecasts. This role also includes conducting product demonstrations and sales presentations, utilizing online resources for record-keeping, and participating in training programs.

Requirements

• Less than 2 years related experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license, good driving record, and the ability to safely operate lift trucks for product demos.
• Ability and willingness to work outside normal business hours to prepare for sales activities.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Work Authorization: Crown will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor degree in business management, marketing, entrepreneurship, professional selling, or related business program, or several years of successful sales experience a plus.
• Knowledge of the entire sales process.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities, strong sense of responsibility and self-motivation.
• Intermittent computer skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites.

Responsibilities

• Maximize the sale of lift trucks, Crown Insite products, and warehouse products within a specified territory to meet sales objectives.
• Develop existing accounts and seek new business.
• Analyze opportunities, identify key personnel, and develop strong business relationships.
• Consult and problem solve to enhance the Company’s position in existing and target accounts.
• Develop a territory management plan to maximize time with customers.
• Develop sales strategies, proposals, and forecasts.
• Develop and conduct product demonstrations and sales presentations.
• Utilize online resources to maintain accurate records of sales calls, customer files, and sales activity information.
• Participate in initial and ongoing training programs both locally and at the New Bremen, Ohio corporate headquarters.

Benefits

• Competitive Wages.
• Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription Drug Plan with a company contribution to each.
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 401K Retirement Savings Plan: Crown matches 100% of the first 4% of your eligible pay you contribute to the plan.
• Company paid Life and Disability Benefits as well as optional supplemental term life insurance offerings.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• 9 Paid Holidays.
• Paid Vacation accrued at a rate based on length of service and position.
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED