Sales Development Associate - Merlo Energy

Galloup • Cincinnati, OH

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About The Position

The Sales Development Associate is part of a rotational program designed to develop knowledge of The Kendall Group’s business and sales process. Reporting to the Location or Sales Manager, the associate receives training through on-the-job learning, e-learning, subject matter experts, and customer visits. The program provides exposure to operations, sales strategies, processes, and project management before transitioning into a sales role.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business, marketing, engineering, sales, or a related field, with a minimum GPA of 3.0.
• High comfort with digital tools and strong ability to learn new software applications quickly.
• Familiarity with Office 365 applications, including Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a dynamic environment.
• Strong attention to detail; self-motivated and proactive.
• Creative and strategic thinking and ability to provide excellent internal and external customer service.
• Strong organizational and written and verbal communication skills, including telephone aptitude and ability to interface with customers and suppliers.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including frequent sitting and driving; seeing, sitting, standing, walking, talking, and hearing; lifting, moving, or carrying up to 50 lbs; being on feet for up to 8 hours a day; and climbing stairs and step ladders, bending, stooping, crouching, and kneeling.

Responsibilities

• Work with a mentor to learn and apply sales techniques.
• Identify sales opportunities and understand how to convert them into orders.
• Monitor generated quotations and ensure they are professionally followed up on.
• Attend customer visits with a member of the sales team.
• Search for new prospects to expand the customer base and develop sales opportunities.
• Interact with management and the technical team to understand customer strategies.
• Participate in project management meetings.
• Attend company-conducted or company-sponsored training to develop product knowledge and selling techniques.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employee ownership
• Opportunities to learn and grow with coaching and mentoring

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level