MSI · 11 hours ago
Sales Representative (Flooring)
Pewaukee, WI
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$75K/yr - $85K/yrMSI is a company specializing in flooring and countertop products, and they are seeking a Sales Representative to drive sales and build relationships with customers. The role involves providing product training, managing sales tools, consulting on pricing, and analyzing sales reports to identify opportunities.
Food and Beverage
Hiring Manager
Paul Bennett
Responsibilities
Establish and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers within designated territories, focusing on retailer and dealer networks, to drive sales and promote flooring and countertop products
Provide product knowledge and training to store personnel, enabling them to effectively present products and negotiate with consumers
Understand company products, market competition, and strategies to position products advantageously
Manage displays, samples, and selling tools to ensure availability for customers
Consult with dealers on retail pricing, advertising, promotions, and ROI, leveraging an understanding of retail business financials
Quote prices, discuss credit terms, and prepare sales contracts for customer orders
Estimate delivery dates for customers based on company delivery schedules
Analyze sales reports to identify opportunities with current and potential customers
Utilize marketing tools, such as catalogs, brochures, and vendor collateral, to expand territory reach and promote company products
Research and analyze customer needs and market trends to better understand demand
Resolve customer claims and issues related to deliveries, returns, and credits
Attend trade shows throughout the year as required
Willing to travel up to 90%, with most travel being local and occasional overnight trips
Perform additional duties as required
Qualification
Required
Establish and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers within designated territories, focusing on retailer and dealer networks, to drive sales and promote flooring and countertop products
Provide product knowledge and training to store personnel, enabling them to effectively present products and negotiate with consumers
Understand company products, market competition, and strategies to position products advantageously
Manage displays, samples, and selling tools to ensure availability for customers
Consult with dealers on retail pricing, advertising, promotions, and ROI, leveraging an understanding of retail business financials
Quote prices, discuss credit terms, and prepare sales contracts for customer orders
Estimate delivery dates for customers based on company delivery schedules
Analyze sales reports to identify opportunities with current and potential customers
Utilize marketing tools, such as catalogs, brochures, and vendor collateral, to expand territory reach and promote company products
Research and analyze customer needs and market trends to better understand demand
Resolve customer claims and issues related to deliveries, returns, and credits
Attend trade shows throughout the year as required
Willing to travel up to 90%, with most travel being local and occasional overnight trips
Bachelor's degree preferred
Must possess a valid driver's license
Strong math skills for calculating discounts, interest, commissions, percentages, area, and volume
Self-motivated and results-driven, with the ability to work independently and in teams
Strong communication, presentation, problem-solving, and negotiation skills
Preferred
Previous sales experience is a plus
Industry experience is beneficial but not required
Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with CRM platforms preferred
Bilingual in Spanish is a plus
Company
MSI
Named the largest distributor in the flooring industry in 2021.
Founded in 1975
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
M
Manu Shah
CEO Emeritus
Recent News
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