Sales Consultant
Summary : A sales consultant is responsible for devising strategies to promote and sell products or services to customers and clients.
They serve as the liaison between a company and a client to ensure requirements of the customers are met.
Sales consultants also recommend and sell products or services to clients.
Good sales consultants maintain business relationships by means of trust and integrity.
- Duties : Duties of sales consultants are as follows : determines the needs of a customer and offer solutions to those needs through the company’s products or services;
- meet or even exceed the sales quotas; establish long-lasting relationships with clients; manage a specific sales territory to produce a customer base;
- promote products and services; contact both potential and present customers; record all negotiations with customers; being up-to-date with the most recent market trends and products;
- devise sales techniques; demonstrate products and services to customers; study sales statistics and establish sales potential;
regularly monitor customers’ preferences; and seek opportunities for learning and training.
Education and Training Requirements : Those seeking to work as sales consultants would only need a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Some employers prefer candidates with a college degree or possess background in commerce, sales, advertising, marketing or accounting.
It is also important to have a strong background in computers.
Knowledge and Skills Requirements : Sales consultants need to have an above average communication skills, both written and verbal.
They are also expected to close business deals successfully by means of an excellent negotiation skills and an innovative and persuasive character.
Sales consultants are also supposed to possess good networking skills and have the ability to deal with a wide variety of client companies and customers.
Being able to work under pressure and devise sales strategies are characteristics that can make a sales consultant successful.
They must have the ability to explain product features and benefits in comparison to competing brands.
Lastly, they need to be organized, outgoing, energetic and confident.
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Sales Consultant
Summary : A sales consultant is responsible for devising strategies to promote and sell products or services to customers and clients.
They serve as the liaison between a company and a client to ensure requirements of the customers are met.
Sales consultants also recommend and sell products or services to clients.
Good sales consultants maintain business relationships by means of trust and integrity.
- Duties : Duties of sales consultants are as follows : determines the needs of a customer and offer solutions to those needs through the company’s products or services;
- meet or even exceed the sales quotas; establish long-lasting relationships with clients; manage a specific sales territory to produce a customer base;
- promote products and services; contact both potential and present customers; record all negotiations with customers; being up-to-date with the most recent market trends and products;
- devise sales techniques; demonstrate products and services to customers; study sales statistics and establish sales potential;
regularly monitor customers’ preferences; and seek opportunities for learning and training.
Education and Training Requirements : Those seeking to work as sales consultants would only need a high school diploma or the equivalent.
Some employers prefer candidates with a college degree or possess background in commerce, sales, advertising, marketing or accounting.
It is also important to have a strong background in computers.
Knowledge and Skills Requirements : Sales consultants need to have an above average communication skills, both written and verbal.
They are also expected to close business deals successfully by means of an excellent negotiation skills and an innovative and persuasive character.
Sales consultants are also supposed to possess good networking skills and have the ability to deal with a wide variety of client companies and customers.
Being able to work under pressure and devise sales strategies are characteristics that can make a sales consultant successful.
They must have the ability to explain product features and benefits in comparison to competing brands.
Lastly, they need to be organized, outgoing, energetic and confident.
Commercial Sales Consultant
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Outside Sales Representative
OUTSIDE SALES REPRESENTATIVE UNCAPPED COMMISSION EARNING POTENTIAL! Seems too good to be true, right? Not at Total Tool! THE PERKS DON’T STOP THERE! Interested in a culture built on a foundation of strong core values?
Check! Seeking competitive pay and a strong benefits package? Check, check! Looking for more? We’ve got that as well! How about an awesome tool discount, training and development opportunities, and room for career growth?
Did we check all the boxes and then some? The list goes on and on (literally!), see below : Company vehicle Remote work flexibility Medical, dental and vision Company paid basic life insurance, short term and long term disability Voluntary life insurance HSA and 401(k) benefits with employer matches Dependent Care FSA Voluntary Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity coverage Paid Time Off (PTO) starting at 80 hours accrued in a full calendar year Six (6) holidays off PAID! WHAT YOU WILL DO : As an Outside Sales Representative at Total Tool you will be responsible for driving sales and profit through the sale of Tools, Consumables, Rental equipment, Rigging, and Repair.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to : Continuously sourcing new customers Develop customer relationships throughout our customers’ organizations Improve profitability through development with lines of business including;
rental, rigging, and repair Effectively and professionally communicate customers’ needs and expectations to our Total Tool internal teams to ensure we exceed the customers’ goals and expectations Build relationships with vendors and their local representatives to leverage our market position with our customers Ensure prompt and accurate delivery and invoicing of all goods and services WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED : Hardworking, Humble, and Hungry Previous experience in sales and customer service Previous experience in the construction and / or industrial supply industry preferred Highly motivated Detail-oriented An exceptional work ethic Ability to work in a team environment Valid driver’s license and ability to successfully complete Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : This is a primarily sedentary role, requiring sitting for extended periods of time while working on a computer.
Employee must be able to communicate effectively in a typical office environment with a standard level of office noise. Occasional standing, bending, walking and lifting is also required.
The physical requirements listed here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Powered by JazzHR
Sales Associate - Spirit
Job Description
Brand - Spirit Halloween
The Sales Associate will support the Store Management Team in the setup, merchandising, pack-up and teardown of a seasonal store.
The Sales Associate is responsible for maintaining Guest Services as per Company Standards. The Sales Associate will support the Store Management Team by generating sales, sign waving, general housekeeping, merchandising, signing, pricing, POS operations and loss prevention.
The minimum age requirement for this position is 16. The physical demands of the job require climbing ladders, setting up fixtures, lifting / moving up to 50 pounds and may require 8 hours of standing / walking.
Sales Executive
Job Description :
The Sales Executive will be responsible for developing and executing a sales strategy that will increase revenue and market share for Forward Air.
They will be accountable for prospecting, qualifying, and closing new business opportunities while maintaining and growing existing customer relationships.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of exceeding sales targets in the transportation industry and a strong network of contacts across the country.
Join the Sales team at Forward Air, an industry-leading expedited LTL transportation company that is revolutionizing the logistics industry at the perfect time.
Our innovative technology, extensive network, and unmatched service capabilities allow us to provide tailored solutions for businesses of all sizes, from local retailers to Fortune 500 companies.
We are looking for dynamic sales professionals to join our team and help us continue to grow and expand across the country.
With competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and opportunities for career growth, Forward Air is the perfect place to advance your sales career and make a lasting impact in the transportation industry.
Join us today and be a part of the future of logistics!
Core Responsibilities & Duties :
- Develop and execute a sales strategy to meet or exceed sales targets and increase market share in the region
- Identify, develop, and qualify new sales opportunities through research, prospecting, and outbound calling
- Meet with customers to understand their needs and recommend appropriate transportation solutions that will benefit their business
- Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and serve as their main point of contact, providing them with exceptional customer service and ensuring customer satisfaction
- Collaborate with the sales team and other departments to ensure customer needs are met and expectations are exceeded
- Provide accurate and timely reporting of sales activities and customer interactions in the company's CRM system (Salesforce)
- Continuously improve product and industry knowledge to stay up-to-date on market trends and competition.
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications :
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, or a related field
- 3+ years of experience in account management, preferably in the transportation or logistics industry
- Proven track record of achieving sales targets and growing accounts
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
- Knowledge of CRM software (Salesforce) and Microsoft Office Suite
Skills :
- The ideal candidate will possess a can do attitude with a will do work ethic
- Must have the ability to work in a fast paced / high volume sales environment
Forward Air is an Equal Opportunity employer.