Area Sales Representative - TX

Dorman Products•Dallas, TX

1d•$65,400 - $95,200•Remote

About The Position

The Area Sales Representative (ASR) will be based in Texas and supports sales by being the boots-on-the-ground contributor who serves as the primary contact for technicians and shop owners, and the secondary contact for warehouse distributors and retailers within their area of responsibility. This is a "road warrior" position that requires travel outside of the assigned area based on business needs. To best serve our customers in this expansive territory, candidates must reside near a major international airport hub in Dallas, Houston, or Austin (such as DFW, IAH, or AUS).

Requirements

Proficient with Microsoft Office tools; intermediate skills in MS Excel and PowerPoint
Self-starter who thrives in a remote office environment
Ability to travel 60% or more of the time, including weekend travel as needed
Capability to lift 20 pounds
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach, swivel, carry items from one building to another, and speak and actively listen. Noise level is usually moderate.
3+ years of applicable sales experience

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in business, automotive technology or a related field preferred

Responsibilities

Drive sales, profitability and awareness of Dorman Products through distribution, in support of the area business plan achievement.
Drive brand & product awareness across all levels of distribution in order to increase sales.
Support of trade show representation, customer sales/counter person training, jobber/technician visits, changeover assistance and more.
Work with customers to optimize store inventories (Top 250/500 GAP Analysis), communicate promotions, resolve complaints (e.g. Labor Claims) and communicate new product opportunities.
Expand marketing material distribution and new product announcement enrollment to assist our customers.
Other duties as assigned