Senior Product Specialist

Core & Main • Denver, CO

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for partnering with sales to provide specialist expertise and answer questions regarding products and services. Demonstrate how product/services can solve customer issues and create sales opportunities. This position requires operation of a Company Vehicle or a Personal Vehicle and such operation is done consistently more than 20% of the average work week. If selected for this position, Core & Main will run a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) report. A requirement of this position is an acceptable MVR report.

Requirements

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age or older
• Must pass pre-employment assessment(s) if applicable
• Typically requires BS/BA in related discipline.
• Generally 5-8 years of experience in related field; certification is required in some areas OR MS/MA and generally 3-5 years of experience in related field. Certification is required in some areas.

Nice To Haves

• 2-5 years of experience in contract negotiations.
• Knowledge in Sensus Metering Systems

Responsibilities

• Provides technical expertise as a specialist for product solutions to existing vertical customers and Outside Sales Representatives (design build/service contractors and industrial).
• Conducts detailed product demonstrations and supports pre-sale activities.
• Targets new retrofit customers and projects utilizing product solutions benefits and contractor/turnkey partnerships.
• Specifies products to meet customer requirements and needs, recommends inventory of products, and provides quotations working through existing branch representatives.
• Partners with Purchasing and Regional Management to suggest inventory and manage price levels for all retrofit projects based on category objectives and supplier preference.
• Develops and maintains relationships with vendors and customers, focusing on key agents and serving as liaison from category management to the field.
• Negotiates pricing with local representatives and suppliers.
• Analyzes market conditions and relationships to develop counter merchandising program that supports category initiatives.
• Trains and assists sales staff with product familiarity, new product development, related product technology, and sales skills.

Benefits

• Core & Main is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
• Employment at Core & Main is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence.
• Core & Main does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship, or any other basis protected by law.

What This Job Offers

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