Outside Sales Representative

ARG Industrial•Salem, OR

20h•$75,000 - $95,000

About The Position

ARG Industrial is expanding in Salem, Oregon — and we’re looking for a driven, competitive Outside Sales Representative who wants to take territory ownership and grow it aggressively. This is not a maintenance role. This is a market-building opportunity. We want a sales professional who thrives on hunting new business, creating opportunity where others don’t see it, and turning relationships into long-term revenue. If you are disciplined, competitive, and motivated by growth and financial upside, this role is built for you. ARG Industrial's Salem, Oregon branch and will be responsible for sales in the surrounding area. Build the Territory. Win the Market. Own the Outcome. ARG Industrial is a 100% employee-owned company that provides hose, fittings and associated industrial products for a wide variety of markets and industries. These include equipment manufacturing, agriculture, oil and gas, marine, construction, food & beverage, government, and others. We deliver value through quality fabrication, product expertise and meaningful service throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and Alaska. We are a hands-on customer service company that believes our employees are our greatest asset.

Requirements

Sales experience in the hose and fitting or other industrial distribution sector.
Ability to use computer applications such as Microsoft Office, and comfortable learning new applications.
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with customers, suppliers and colleagues, including reports and business correspondence.
Strong organizational and follow up skills.
Knowledge with the rigging industry.
Highest levels of self-discipline.
Must make a great first - and ongoing - impression.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and a provide a clean driving record from Division of Motor Vehicles.
We are looking for a difference maker with a track record of success as a Sales professional.
Our ideal candidate has passion for what they do, great value-creation skills, has a sense of urgency, and is interested in building for the future.
As Employee owners, we feel a tremendous commitment to our customers, co-workers, and the families of those employed by the ARG Industrial. Therefore, our work environment is 100% DRUG FREE . You will be subject to a pre-employment drug screening, as well as random drug tests throughout your probationary period and employment thereafter.
If you feel you are unable to pass the pre-employment drug screening – PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION FOR CONSIDERATION.

Responsibilities

Grow territory market share with existing and potential customers for hose fittings and lifting / rigging associated products.
Contact customers and prospective customers through appointments and cold calls.
Work with a variety of contacts at customer locations. This may include Maintenance, Purchasing, Planners, Engineers, Safety personnel, etc.
Coordinate with the ARG team inside to deliver quotes, products and services that wow the customer.
Strengthen relationships with customers and work to understand their needs.
Provide on-site expertise, solve problems, and make product recommendations.
Be prepared to spend the occasional evening or weekend conducting company business. Our job is not always 7:30am - 4:30pm, Monday through Friday
Attend training and sales meetings as required to stay current with new products and special promotions.
Accurate and meaningful use of CRM.
Control sales expenses.