Job Details
The Outside Sales Representative is the heart and soul of our sales force. Are you a hunter and solution-driven seller who loves the thrill of cultivating new business and delivering results? The Outside Sales Representative at Laird Plastics will represent and sell the most extensive selection of trusted performance plastics brands, a solution-oriented strategy, and an unmatched commitment to our customers. Our most successful OSRs are quick learners, self-competitive, empathetic, and highly skilled at reading people and situations. If this sounds like you, this opportunity may be a great fit!
What you ll do:
Build and maintain strong customer relationships, loyalty, and retention through exceptional sales and service
Actively manage and call upon key accounts (current and prospective) regularly
Collaborate with Inside Sales Reps to drive new business growth throughout territory
Enter, update, and maintain CRM information on leads, prospects, and opportunities
Identify customer s buying trends and strategize a plan to further meet their needs
Thoroughly understand our value proposition to meet client needs
Perform other duties as assigned
We are looking for passionate leaders who bring initiative and creativity while putting the customer at the center of all they do!
What you ll need:
Strong business writing and verbal presentation skills including story telling in both formats
Positive and enthusiastic attitude with an eagerness to learn and grow
Exceptional interpersonal and negotiation skills
Ability to think and act independently within a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Proven track record of successful client acquisition and business development
Outstanding organizational, time management, and planning skills
Ambitious mindset with a documented success in exceeding sales goals and objectives
Understanding of and demonstrated ability to apply value pricing principles to optimize profitability
High level of honesty, integrity, and professionalism
High School Diploma or GED required
(Preferred) BA or BS Degree (Business, Sales, Marketing, etc.) or substantial equivalent business experience
(Preferred) Plastics/industrial distribution experience
(Preferred) Territory management experience
How does Laird Plastics support you?
Benefits: We offer a competitive base salary, Profit Sharing, dental, medical, and
life insurance, 401k with matching benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid maternity
and paternity leave, opportunity for growth and career advancement, and more.