Outside Sales Representative

Staff Zone/Select People • Knoxville, TN

12d

About The Position

Staff Zone is hiring an Outside Sales Representative to sell its staffing services to commercial construction, industrial, and special event companies. The role involves face-to-face sales, business development, and customer service throughout an assigned territory. Applicants from a range of sales and customer-service backgrounds are welcome, including those looking to begin a sales career.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Compensation is a $55,000 base salary with a 20% bonus opportunity, with bonuses paid monthly. Staff Zone provides a company vehicle and gas allowance, a company cell phone and iPad, training and ongoing coaching, and a benefits package that includes a 401(k) with company match.

Staff Zone is a nationally accredited, privately owned business that provides temporary workers for commercial construction, industrial, and special events companies. The company describes itself as the nation’s leader in labor staffing for commercial construction companies and reports 20% annual revenue growth in its industry. It operates branches in several states and in additional locations. Staff Zone is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

• Experience in sales and/or customer service is a plus.
• Ability to aggressively close new business.
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record for the past three years.
• Must be able to pass a drug screen.
• Ability to adapt to and perform in inclement weather.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in sales and/or customer service.

Responsibilities

• Engage in sales, marketing, and business development.
• Track sales leads using lead-generating databases, newspapers, business directories, and other sources.
• Travel throughout an assigned territory to visit regular and prospective customers, gain new business, and maintain customer service, making 12–15 site visits per day.
• Quote prices and credit terms and prepare sales forms and customer applications.
• Communicate and strategize daily with fellow team members.
• Record customer and prospect contact information in proprietary software and send weekly reports to management.
• Assist with branch operations as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and commission.
• Sales bonus opportunity during the probationary period based on results.
• Company vehicle and gas allowance.
• Company cell phone and iPad.
• Full benefits package, including a 401(k) with company match.
• Training program and ongoing support and coaching.
• Incentive trips, contests, and recognition for top performers throughout the year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed