Outside Sales Representative

$80,000 - $100,000/Yr

American Metal Supply Co - Charleston, SC

Full-time - Entry Level

Charleston, SC

Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

American Metals Supply is a growing metals distributor servicing the southeastern part of the USA with offices located in Charlotte, NC. The company was formed by a highly experienced group of people with many years of exposure to the aluminum market. We have developed systems and controls to ensure that material requirements are met as agreed. We take pride in "doing what we say". We are professional, agile, and our goal is to provide excellent service and quality at a fair price. We also strive to provide flexibility to meet our customers' needs. We work hard and continue our never-ending quest for improvement so that we can continue to increase our business and customer loyalty. Our work environment includes growth opportunities, a safe work environment, and developmental training. The Outside Sales Representative will be responsible for growing the Company's clientele within the Charleston coastal market, which includes Hilton Head to Myrtle Beach and surrounding areas. This position offers a compensation package that includes a base salary of $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year, plus a car allowance. The role requires daily travel within the designated territory, with overnight stays as required. The ideal candidate will be proactive in developing and increasing sales revenue to meet assigned goals, resulting in consistent territory growth. This position is crucial for maintaining customer relationships and ensuring that the company meets its sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Develops and increases sales revenue to meet assigned goals resulting in consistent territory growth.
• Communicates the necessary actions needed to earn new business.
• Follows up on proposals and negotiates as needed.
• Must be an expert with respect to pricing levels, competition, and industry standards/requirements.
• Aggressively pursue new leads and opportunities.
• Maintains customer files daily through the Customer Resource Manager (CRM).
• Keeps informed of new products, services, and other general information of interest to customers.
• Checks on competitive activity and develops new methods of attaining customers.
• Troubleshoots problems regarding products provided.
• Answers questions from customers and handles complaints.
• Performs other job-related duties and responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• 2 years of construction/building materials sales experience.
• Industrial metal knowledge a plus, but not required.
• Familiarity with the use of Microsoft Outlook and Excel.
• Ability to multi-task with frequent interruptions.

Benefits

• 401(k) & matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance