Outside Sales Account Manager - Electrical

Dakota Supply Group - Peoria, IL

Full-time - Entry Level

Peoria, IL

Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

The Electrical Outside Sales Account Manager at DSG is responsible for promoting and selling electrical products and services to contractors and industrial accounts. This full-time position involves establishing and maintaining strong customer relationships, ensuring customer satisfaction, and collaborating with inside sales associates to drive territory growth. The role requires travel to customer locations and involves various sales and customer service activities to support business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Travel up to 125 miles to establish, manage, and maintain customer relationships.
• Work with Inside Sales Associates to improve customer satisfaction and territory growth.
• Seek and develop new customer opportunities and accounts.
• Introduce, promote, and demonstrate new products and marketing programs.
• Correspond with Branch Manager and Purchasing Agents on product demand changes.
• Facilitate the customer ordering process, including processing orders and responding to inquiries.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent; postsecondary degree preferred.
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record.
• Product and technical knowledge from 2+ years of college or technical school or 3-5 years of field experience in electrical products.
• Strong sales skills with a proven track record in territory development.
• 3-5 years of sales experience.
• Outstanding organizational skills and ability to multitask.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through abilities.
• General understanding of electrical software and programs.
• Familiarity with DSG Web Commerce and ability to instruct customers on its uses.
• Excellent time management skills.

Benefits

• 100% employee-owned company with an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Commitment to training and development with unlimited growth potential.
• Competitive compensation packages based on experience.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Medical Leave (EML) allowances.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid parental leave and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution.
• 401(k) with employer match and ESOP.
• Discount on all DSG-supplied products.
• Paid volunteer hours in addition to PTO.