Sales Representative

RPM International • Streetsboro, OH

302d

About The Position

Carboline is a St. Louis-based coatings manufacturer with a global reach. The company, founded in 1947, produces high-quality performance coatings, linings, and fireproofing products in more than 20 manufacturing facilities around the world. Carboline has been ranked a top workplace for seven years in a row, so culture and maintaining a safe and clean work environment is something we take very seriously. Carboline is part of RPM International Inc., a $6.1 billion, multinational company with subsidiaries that are world leaders in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related services. From homes and workplaces to infrastructure and precious landmarks, RPM's market-leading brands are trusted by consumers and professionals alike to help build a better world. If you want to be part of a growing global organization with opportunity for growth, we would like to meet you.

Requirements

• Bachelor's in Business or a Technical degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 1 year of individual sales experience.

Nice To Haves

• Previous industrial sales experience within the coatings industry.
• Must have a valid Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for selling all of the assigned company products/services within the assigned sales territory by contacting established customers as well as developing new prospects.
• Must have complete knowledge of the product line represented, related services and company policies.
• Responsible for calling on new and existing customers to build sales volume, remain abreast of customer requirements, and assess market trends.
• Calls on customers and prospective customers to inform them of products, new releases, services available, supply, etc.
• Provides technical assistance when necessary.
• Responsible for securing and renewing orders; works with customer services and sales management to provide servicing levels required by the customer.
• Builds and maintains a sales program within the territory based on strategic planning including prospecting, new business development, levels of available business, and level of repeat business.
• Works effectively with all company personnel and resources to provide full customer service and assure continuing customer satisfaction.
• Applies good judgment and prompt follow-through on customer complaints, returns, claims, or other problems on products/services provided.
• Gathers and reports significant developments within accounts, prospects competitors, and the general market for use by company management in research, analysis, and planning purposes.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Provides annual sales detailing target markets and accounts.
• May act as a Field Technical Service Engineer as requested.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Commit to the Company's safety and quality programs.

Benefits

• Affordable benefits.
• Company match 401K plan.
• Retirement pension plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree