Rental Territory Sales Representative
Territory Sales Representative – Rental
- Bachelor’s Degree in business, sales, construction or agriculture related field preferred.
- Minimum 3 years equipment sales experience preferred.
- Demonstrate proficiency in providing excellence in customer service, and representing Thompson Machinery in a professional manner.
- Demonstrate proficiency in the use of basic Microsoft (MS Office 365, Excel, etc.) applications and the ability to learn in the use of Proprietary (i.e. Caterpillar, etc.) software.
- Must maintain loyalty to Corporate objectives in completing assigned tasks and confidentiality of sensitive corporate information.
- Must be able to communicate (written and verbal) with customers, co-workers, or managers about related to job functions.
- Demonstrate proficiency to functioning efficiently in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
- Must reside in, or be willing to relocate to the area, to cover the assigned territory.
- Requires minimal to moderate travel, generally within territory.
- Perform equipment operation and safety demonstrations for Customers.
- Promote Thompson Machinery, CAT and Allied Product lines to customers and community.
- Research and coordinate resolution of discrepancies with assigned operational units.
- Coordinate financing documentation with credit departments.
- Develop sales proposals and/or presentations from customer inquiries.
- Maintain adequate product knowledge of equipment and Allied products.
- Research equipment, parts or Allied products to meet specialized customer requirements.
- Provide coverage for assigned territory by routine contact with existing customers and identifying new prospects.
- Know and follow all Company and customer safety rules, including maintaining a safe, clean, and orderly work area, fully participating in Company accident prevention and safety improvement activities.
- Must have the physical ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including protective glasses, protective gloves, and protective clothing and footwear as required by the job.
- Respond to all customer requests in a professional and courteous, timely and responsive manner.
- Maintain a clean, professional personal appearance at all time, meeting all Company standards for professionalism.
- Keep the Manager continually apprised to assist in answering customer questions and problems when necessary.
- Supports the organization’s mission, vision and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: honesty, integrity, and respect while delivering high quality solutions and maintaining a positive attitude and a safe work environment.
- Accepts responsibility for mistakes or problems. Maintains “ownership” of assigned tasks.
- Demonstrate a positive attitude and a high level of personal credibility and integrity with customers, management, and dealership co-workers.
- Must be dependable. Consistently arrives at work on time when scheduled, fully ready to work.
- Maintain company and product confidentiality.
- Attend and participate in all meetings, trainings, and activities as required.
- Adhere to all Company policies and departmental procedures and rules.
- All other duties as assigned.
- Maintain a clean, safe working environment.
- Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
- Must be honest, reliable, and dependable, and display a positive attitude.
- Must be able to work well under occasional pressure or within work standards and deadlines.
- Must be able to work independently and/or with others in a team environment.
- Able to work standard five-day schedule, including daily overtime and occasional weekend hours as needed.
- Meet all eligibility requirements to drive Company vehicles, including a current, valid driver's license issued by the resident State, and maintain current motor vehicle liability insurance.
- Pass pre-employment background check, physical exam including drug screen, and meet all physical requirements for the position.
- Able to lift 20-50 pounds occasionally.