Outside Sales Representative

Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leader in advancing reliable infrastructure™ with local service, nationwide®. As a specialty distributor with a focus on water, wastewater, storm drainage and fire protection products and related services, Core & Main provides solutions to municipalities, private water companies and professional contractors across municipal, non-residential and residential end markets, nationwide. With over 370 locations across the U.S., the company provides its customers local expertise backed by a national supply chain. Core & Main’s 5,700 associates are committed to helping their communities thrive with safe and reliable infrastructure. Visit coreandmain.com to learn more.

Job Description-Outside Sales Rep (Damage Prevention Equipment)

• Territory–Maine, NH, VT, MA and Upstate NY
• Must be willing to travel 70% -company vehicle provided

We’re looking for a results-driven Outside Sales Representative with excellent interpersonal skills to actively seek out and engage customer prospects for our Damage Prevention Equipment division.

Overview

Eastcom(Eastcom Associates - Utility Detection & Damage Prevention Experts) is a sales and distribution company, a subsidiary of Core & Main, and provides utility companies and contractors with test equipment to locate, map, inspect, and troubleshoot underground utilities.  We are a regional site for Core & Main (a national distribution company), operating in New Jersey, this office covers the area from Georgia to Maine, in the U.S.

Job Description

Provide product sales, hands-on demonstrations, product application training, and ongoing support to a mature customer base of utility companies and utility contractors to increase market share and expand the customer base in the area of responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Present, promote and sell products/services using solid arguments to existing and prospective customers
• Establish, develop, and maintain positive business and customer relationships
• Expedite the resolution of customer problems and complaints to maximize satisfaction
• Coordinate sales efforts with team members and other departments
• Supply management with reports on customer needs, problems, interests, competitive activities, and potential for new products and services.
• Continuously improve through feedback 

YOU love the art and challenge of making a deal and find fulfilment in seeing a plan come together.  You don’t want to sit behind a desk all day and prefer environments where no two days are the same.  You excel at developing existing relationships and creating new ones. You believe integrity, dedication, and persistence are key to building solid business partnerships. You are proactive in your work, always thinking ahead and providing top notch customer service. 

ARE you competitive and determined? Are you confident in your ability to build relationships? Are you someone who takes pride in your ability to solve problems and pay attention to the details? Are you someone who enjoys providing solutions to exceed your customers’ expectations? Are you ready to have more flexibility in creating your own schedule? Are you ready to see your income match your effort?

HERE at Core & Main, we value the individual, and the unique contributions you bring. Here we support and encourage continued learning.  Here we invest in the development and well-being of our people, who are the key to our future.  Here we value diversity and want to ensure each voice is heard.  Here, our team members thrive as a community.

Preferably, YOU have:

• Proven work experience as a Sales Representative with a proven track record – (2-3 years)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-starter with the ability to manage their own schedule
• Prioritizing, time management, and organizational skills
• Ability to travel 70% of the time within the territory: Maine, NH, VT, MA and Upstate NY
• Ability to create and deliver presentations tailored to the audience's needs
• Support co-workers as needed
• Relationship management skills and openness to feedback
• MS Office literacy
• Ability to provide equipment demonstrations
• Forecast sales opportunities in a structured and efficient manner
• Preference given to candidates that have experience in utility damage prevention industry

Here, we have:

• Medical with 100% preventative care coverage
• Company provided vehicle and travel expenses covered
• Health Savings Account
• Dental and Vison
• 401K
• Tuition Reimbursement and Tuition Grants
• Continued learning opportunities through our onsite training facility and extensive online learning catalog
• Professional development and industry networking opportunities, e.g. Our Women’s Network and community engagement events

About Core & Main

Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leading distributor of water, sewer, storm drain and fire protection products in the United States. Operating approximately 320 branches nationwide, the company combines local expertise with a national supply chain to provide contractors and municipalities innovative solutions for new construction and aging infrastructure. Core & Main’s 4,500 plus associates are committed to the safe distribution of water and fire protection to help communities thrive. Visit www.coreandmain.com to learn more.

Core & Main is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment at Core & Main is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence.  Core & Main does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship, or any other basis protected by law.

None of the questions in this application are intended to elicit information regarding any protected characteristics, nor imply any limitation, illegal preferences or discrimination based upon non-job-related information or protected characteristics.

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