Outside Sales Account Manager - Industrial

DSG Supply•Bismarck, ND

29d•$37,500 - $133,125

About The Position

DSG is seeking an Industrial Outside Sales Account Manager for the Bismarck/Dickinson, North Dakota area and surrounding communities. The role promotes DSG products and services to contractor and industrial accounts and supports customer satisfaction to maintain and build strong relationships with customers, partners, and communities. The position involves territory development, customer service, product promotion, coordination with branch colleagues, and facilitating customer orders. Travel may extend up to 125 miles from the branch.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent; a postsecondary degree is preferred.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
Product and technical knowledge normally acquired through two or more years of college or technical school, or 3–5 years of field experience in residential/commercial applications of industrial products.
Strong sales skills and a proven track record of successful territory development.
3–5 years of sales experience.
Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage workflow effectively.
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow through and follow up.
General understanding of electrical software and programs to help customers with designs and rebates.
Familiarity with DSG Web Commerce and ability to instruct customers in its use.
Excellent time-management skills.

Nice To Haves

Postsecondary degree.

Responsibilities

Travel up to 125 miles from the branch to establish, manage, and maintain customer relationships and accounts, providing customer service and responding to or calling on customers as needed.
Work with Inside Sales Associates to identify, prioritize, and implement initiatives to improve customer satisfaction and territory growth.
Seek and develop new customer opportunities and accounts.
Introduce, promote, and demonstrate new products and marketing programs.
Correspond with the Branch Manager and Purchasing Agents about changes in product demand.
Facilitate the customer ordering process, including processing and correcting orders; responding to open-order and back-order inquiries and product-return requests; and suggesting improvements to the overall order process.