Outside Sales Rep

United Rentals•Portland, OR

About The Position

As an Outside Sales Rep -- Trench Safety at United Rentals, you will be the go-to person for customers seeking underground trench safety equipment rentals and supplies. Customers include contract companies and non-building, industrial, and commercial building contractors. You will use sales initiative to increase branch revenue while providing exceptional customer service. This position includes a base salary and monthly commissions based on performance, with a minimum monthly guarantee incentive during onboarding and training. It is deemed Safety Sensitive under United Rentals’ policies and procedures.

Requirements

  • 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.
  • A valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

  • Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of experience and education.
  • Knowledge of construction, trench safety, or related equipment; candidates with comparable industry experience, strong sales acumen, and a record of achievement will also be considered.

Responsibilities

  • Maximize revenue from facilities and construction sites in a defined geographical territory.
  • Maintain and develop relationships with existing customers and their subsidiary companies, serving as a single point of contact.
  • Demonstrate and train customers on available Trench Safety products.
  • Contact potential customers to arrange product demonstrations and on-site visits.
  • Prepare sales action plans and strategies.
  • Collaborate with general rentals representatives to promote cross-selling to accounts.
  • Provide Competent Person Training and Confined Space Training classes.
  • Install equipment and work with personnel installing equipment as needed.
  • Use Sales Force.com and other CRM tools to develop a pipeline of opportunities.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Health and financial plans.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • United Compassion Fund.
  • Employee discount program.
  • Career development and promotional opportunities.
  • Additional vacation buy-up program (U.S. only).
  • Early wage access through Payactiv (U.S. hourly employees only).
  • Paid sick leave.
  • Inclusive and welcoming culture.
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