Commercial Sales Representative

Superior Plus Propane Talent Acquisition•San Diego, CA

5d•$63,000 - $70,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the Commercial Sales Manager, the Commercial Sales Representative is responsible for building new customer accounts for Superior Propane. Working within a defined Territory and/or Line-of-Business, the Commercial Sales Representative will market and sell Superior Propane products and services to new customers to successfully achieve predefined sales goals and objectives.

Requirements

Five (5) to ten (10) years sales experience, with proven sales growth record
Strong focus on new business development
Exceptional customer service skills and relationship management skills
Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills
Business acumen, financial and analytical skills
Strong leadership skills
Superior organization and time management skills
Problem solving skills
Computer skills (Windows, MS Office, Salesforce an asset)
Knowledge of the propane industry and/or oil & gas industry an asset
Valid Driver’s License
Ability to travel for 2-3 nights per month

Nice To Haves

Salesforce experience
Knowledge of the propane industry and/or oil & gas industry

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Commercial Sales Manager to develop, recommend and execute a sales plan that leverages national and regional programs and resources to consistently meet monthly, quarterly and annual sales targets.
Prospect, research and identify new business opportunities and work the sales plan to create awareness, discover customer needs and deliver product and service solutions.
Initiate and lead the sales cycle/process as a subject matter expert and act as the customer’s key contact and resource. Build strong business relationships with prospective customers and manage the sales funnel/cycle by continually following up on their current business needs and anticipating future business needs.
Prepare and confidently present sales proposals, including pricing and product/service terms, to key decision makers. Influence, negotiate and close the sale with the best interest of the company and the customer in mind.
Collaborate with and engage the Regional Leadership Team to ensure the needs of the customer can be and will be met.
Communicate regularly and prepare reports on key performance indicators and communication on sales progress within the sales funnel/cycle and achievements. Intimately know customer base and area activity and utilize information and data to capitalize on sales opportunities and recommend sales strategies.
Resolve any issues as they arise and involves subject matter experts and key decision makers as needed to remove obstacles.
Own the account from prospecting through to ongoing account management.
Promote and represent Superior Plus Propane positively and professionally within the community and industry to all customers, competitors and industry associates.