EDOS Manufacturers’ Representatives · 1 week ago
Plumbing Outside Sales Representative
Norwalk, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expEDOS Manufacturers' Representatives is a family-owned company that has been representing top manufacturers in the plumbing and heating industry since 1975. They are seeking an Outside Sales Representative to sell plumbing products and services, focusing on building relationships with wholesalers and contractors in the Fairfield County area.
Wholesale
Responsibilities
Must have prior field experience
Technical background and ability to problem solve a must
Builds and maintains a network of sources from which to identify new sales leads
Identify and execute possible leads
Communicates with customers and leads to identify and understand their product or service needs; identifies and suggests products and services to meet those needs
Demonstrates the functions and utility of products or services to customers based on their needs
Educate customers on product functionality and the benefits
Ensures customer satisfaction through ongoing communication and relationship management; resolves any issues that may arise post-sale
Sells line card companies products and services to their account base
Product presentations
Take initiative in addressing complaints
Work with Marketing to boost company’s visibility
Maintains communication with existing and previous customers, alerting them of new products, price changes, and services that may be of interest
Maintains literature and samples to distribute to wholesalers, showrooms, and contractors
Participate in trade shows, wholesaler events, counter days, and other trade-related activities
Work with Regional Managers associated with specific product/line categories
Maintains detailed reports of sales activities including calls, orders, sales, lost business, and any customer or vendor relationship problems
Develops new accounts through prospecting
Monitor industry competitors and new products
Perform trainings and attend work-related events to promote EDOS offerings
Provides periodic territory sales forecasts
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Must have prior field experience
Technical background and ability to problem solve a must
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
Excellent sales and negotiation skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to speak in front of an audience
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, CRM'S or related software
Self-motivated and able to work without direct supervision
Solid interpersonal skills; a friendly and energetic personality with a customer service focus
Ability to occasionally travel and do overnights
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Sales, Business, or related field; OR At least five years of related experience desired, will train a desired candidate
Company
EDOS Manufacturers’ Representatives
Since 1975 EDOS has represented only the finest manufacturers and marketing products available to the New York and New England plumbing and heating industry.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase