Outside Sales Rep

United Rentals • Tacoma, WA

77d • $70,000 - $110,000

About The Position

As an Outside Sales Rep -- Trench Safety at United Rentals, you will be our customers' go-to person for underground trench safety equipment rental and supplies. Customers will include contract companies and non-building, industrial and commercial building contractors. You'll also leverage your sales initiative and determination to increase revenue for the branch and provide exceptional customer service.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of experience and education preferred
• Three years of sales experience
• Strong planning, problem-solving, organizational, communication and negotiation skills
• Diligent attention to safety
• Certification in Competent Person Training and Confined Space
• Knowledge of construction, trench safety or related equipment is preferred however, candidates with comparable industry experience, strong sales acumen and record of achievement will be considered
• A valid driver's license with acceptable driving record

Responsibilities

• Maximize revenue from facilities and construction sites in a defined geographical territory
• Maintain and develop relationships with existing customers and their subsidiary companies, acting as a single point of contact for such customers
• Demonstrate and train customers on available products in Trench Safety
• Call potential customers to set up demonstrations and on-site visits
• Prepare sales action plans and strategies
• Collaborate with general rentals representatives to promote cross selling to accounts wherever possible
• Instruct Competent Person Training & Confined Space Training classes
• Install equipment and work with personnel who are installing equipment as necessary
• Utilize Sales Force.com and other CRM Tools to develop pipeline of opportunities
• Other duties assigned as needed

Benefits

• Paid Parental Leave
• United Compassion Fund
• Employee Discount Program
• Career Development & Promotional Opportunities
• Additional Vacation Buy Up Program (US Only)
• Early Wage Access through Payactiv (US Hourly Only)
• Paid Sick Leave
• An inclusive and welcoming culture

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Rental and Leasing Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees