Route Sales Representative

Hawkins Chemical•University Park, IL

40d•$60,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The Route Sales (or Technical Sales Rep) position combines sales, customer service, delivery and travel throughout the assigned territory. As part of a small, efficient and flexible branch team, each team member is expected to be a strong contributor and help meet the objectives of safety, customer satisfaction and sales growth. This position works independently - but help is always just a phone call away! The work week is generally Monday through Friday with 10+ hour days and an occasional overnight route. Many aspects of this job - from driving to chemical handling to sales - are learned through paid on-the-job training!

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Able to obtain and maintain a Class B CDL with Hazmat endorsement (must be 21+ to obtain) and a driving record that meets company requirements
Able to pass a DOT physical and drug screening
Strong communication skills and follow-through
Prior sales experience or the ability to learn
Basic computer and math skills
Physically able to lift 50 pounds frequently and 75 pounds occasionally, safely operate a forklift, climb in and out of the truck and enter customer sites repeatedly, reach overhead and perform manual tasks, and work in all weather conditions indoors and outdoors in required PPE - all while following safety standards and requirements

Responsibilities

Call on existing and new customers to maintain and grow business through sales efforts, problem-solving and technical support of chemical products and equipment.
Develop productive, productive relationships with new and existing customers.
Efficiently and safely deliver chemical and other products to customers on a company truck (usually a 26,000 pound straight/box truck).
Provide "hands-on" service of equipment, which may include visually inspecting, repairing and adjusting chemical feed equipment.
Contribute to the overall operations and responsibilities of the branch office, include warehouse functions like shipping, receiving, inventory, etc.

Benefits

Hawkins offers eligible employees and their dependents comprehensive benefits, which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD/STD and more.
Other benefits for eligible employees include 401(k) match, Employee Stock Purchase program (ESPP), paid time off, and paid holidays.

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