Sales Representative

Koppers Inc. • Pittsburgh, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Koppers, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is an integrated global provider of treated wood products, wood treatment chemicals and carbon compounds. Its products and services are used in a variety of niche applications in a diverse range of end-markets, including the railroad, specialty chemical, utility, residential lumber, agriculture, aluminum, steel, rubber, and construction industries. With more than 1,800 employees, it serves its customers through a comprehensive global manufacturing and distribution network, with facilities located in North America, South America, Australasia, China and Europe. Koppers is also firmly committed to advancing a Zero Harm culture that places the care and protection of its people, environment and communities above all else. This focused approach empowers employees to ensure safe operations through a heightened awareness of process safety, product safety, environmental stewardship and security. Koppers was established in December 1988 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and became a publicly-traded company listed on the New York Stock Exchange in 2006.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, BS or BA in Marketing preferred
• Prior experience in business sales preferred
• Strong organizational, communication and leadership skills
• Team player
• Ability to set priorities, analyze problems, work independently, and manage time effectively
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Quote railroad products to customers IE: crossties, switch ties and bridge materials
• Order management and follow-up
• Provide customer service, including inquiries, order tracking, and feedback
• Interface with plant locations concerning inventory, production, freight rates and logistics
• Provide support for outside sales managers
• Follow procedures established by credit, logistics and tax departments

What This Job Offers

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