Commercial Bus Sales

Midwest Transit Equipment•Elgin, IL

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About The Position

Midwest Transit Equipment is seeking a dynamic, personable, and motivated Commercial Bus Sales Representative to grow sales throughout Northern Illinois. This relationship-driven sales role involves working directly with customers, developing new business, and representing the company’s commercial transportation products. The representative will travel at least 50% throughout the assigned territory and work from a home office when not traveling. Midwest Transit Equipment has operated for over 50 years and emphasizes honesty, integrity, quality vehicles, exceptional service, and affordable prices. The company maintains thousands of vehicles at eight locations in five states and has more than 300 employees providing transportation solutions.

Requirements

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
A personable, self-motivated, and results-oriented approach.
Previous sales experience, preferably in commercial vehicles, transportation, automotive, or a related industry.
Ability to build relationships and develop new business.
Comfortable working independently in a home-based environment.
Strong computer skills, particularly with MS Office and Sales Force.
Willingness and ability to travel at least 50% within the territory.

Nice To Haves

Prior bus sales or commercial bus experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers throughout the assigned territory.
Identify new sales opportunities and generate business within the market.
Meet with customers and prospects to understand their transportation needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
Represent the company professionally at customer meetings, industry events, and other sales activities.
Manage the sales process from initial contact through closing and customer follow-up.
Travel a minimum of 50% throughout the assigned territory to meet with customers and prospects.
Work from a home office when not traveling.