General Line Outside Sales Representative

Fargo Glass & Paint•Fargo, ND

1d•$48,000 - $53,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Join Fargo Glass & Paint as an Outside Sales Representative & become an Employee Owner! This position will be based out of our Fargo, ND office but will service the territories in the Western ND, Eastern MT, and Northwestern SD areas. We are looking for candidates that live near Bismarck, Minot, Williston, or Dickinson. Sell, service and offer the right solutions to new and existing accounts in our targeted marketing area for the following products: flooring, paint, window coverings, cabinets, and sundry items.

Requirements

Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills
Strong written and oral communication skills
Proven customer service
Detail oriented with strong organizational, negotiating, and problem-solving skills
Able to work under minimal supervision, manage multiple tasks and interact with others in a professional manner
Valid driver’s license and be insurable by the company
Travel may be required and may entail out-of-the-area and overnight travel days
Working knowledge of computers and various computer programs

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in business or related field
Three to five years of experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

Call on existing dealer base to sell products, present new products, offer product solutions and resolve dealer partners’ problems and concerns.
Constantly review market and initiate actions and activities to grow sales revenue and profits.
Train and educate our dealer partners on FGP products, quoting tools, company policies, etc.
Call on building contractors and architects in assigned territory to identify architect requirements and seek solutions that encourage use of FGP products.
Prepare quotes based on our dealer partners’ needs using electronic pricing tools and software systems.
Set-up and lead contractor and dealer meetings
Perform product demonstration and presentations for groups of dealers, contractors, architects and/or homeowners.
Prepare and submit weekly itinerary and call reports to the leadership team in a timely manner.
Maintain a consistent call schedule for our dealer partners on a weekly and monthly basis as needed to be their best business partner.
Maintain a strong and friendly relationship with FGP personnel.
Inspect and perform minor service on products.
Inspect and write-up material returns.
Represent FGP at regional home shows and dealer shows as needed.
Attend seminars, classes, and sales meetings at various locations.
Maintain membership and activity in local builder and dealer associations.
Partners with our Safety Department and Operations Leadership to promote and ensure a safe work environment and ensure all safety precautions are met.
Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.