Floor Care Specialist - American Rental Association - Partnership
Chicago, IL
About the Job
Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with trailing twelve month total revenues of nearly $3.3 billion as of March 31, 2023. Herc Rentals' parent company, known as Herc Holdings Inc., listed on the New York Stock Exchange on July 1, 2016, under the symbol "HRI." Herc Rentals serves customers through approximately 412 locations and has approximately 7,600 employees in North America.
Compensation Data
Salary: $40k+/year AND Monthly commission
Short Description
The purpose of the Floor Care Specialist is to be the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all flooring and related products both internally and externally. This role is vital to the launch and growth of this product line. Self-starters with a strong work ethic will excel in this role.
Responsibilities
Professional Experience
Progressive sales background and operational management experience in the equipment rental or related industry
Professional Experience
Customer service experience required
Computer skills to support entering information into systems
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel programs
Interpersonal skills
Teamwork
Listening skills
Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently
Dependability
Educational Background
Bachelor - Business Administration or related industry/field preferred
Conditions of Employment
Sound knowledge of equipment specifications, applications, and set up
Problem analysis and problem resolution at both a strategic and functional level
Sales and financial acumen
A valid driver's license
Skills
Req #: 58682
Please be advised that the actual salary offered for any position is subject to the company's sole discretion and may be influenced by various factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, location, and overall fit for the role.
Herc Rentals values its employees and provides excellent compensation and benefits packages which are not limited to the following.
Keeping you healthy
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Life and disability insurance
Flex spending and health savings accounts
Virtual Health Visits
24 Hour Nurse Line
Healthy Pregnancy Program
Tobacco Cessation Program
Weight Loss Program
Building Your Financial Future
401(k) plan with company match
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Life & Work Harmony
Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacations, Sick Days)
Paid parental leave.
Military leave & support for those in the National Guard and Reserves
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Auto & Home Insurance Discounts
Protecting You & Your Family
Company Paid Life Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Company Paid Disability Insurance
Supplemental Disability Insurance
Group Legal Plan
Critical Illness Insurance
Accident Insurance
Herc does not discriminate in employment based on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, political affiliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.
Compensation Data
Salary: $40k+/year AND Monthly commission
Short Description
The purpose of the Floor Care Specialist is to be the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all flooring and related products both internally and externally. This role is vital to the launch and growth of this product line. Self-starters with a strong work ethic will excel in this role.
Responsibilities
- Meet and exceed revenue goals for assigned territory.
- Carry out "direct" sales activity for priority segments, create effective sales penetration plans
- Cultivate effective "cross selling" activity "through and with" our existing sales professionals
- Participate in ride-a-longs with other sales professionals to develop business and product knowledge of the customers and sales professionals
- Attend trade associations and networking events to create external brand awareness
- Ensure customers are receiving the highest level of service
- Provide training and perform demonstrations on flooring equipment to employees and customers.
- Perform job walks to ensure optimal solution and quote is provided to customer.
- Perform job setups
- Ensure accurate invoicing
- Provide recommendations for improvement to your manager and the company
Professional Experience
Progressive sales background and operational management experience in the equipment rental or related industry
Professional Experience
Customer service experience required
Computer skills to support entering information into systems
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel programs
Interpersonal skills
Teamwork
Listening skills
Ability to communicate effectively and efficiently
Dependability
Educational Background
Bachelor - Business Administration or related industry/field preferred
Conditions of Employment
Sound knowledge of equipment specifications, applications, and set up
Problem analysis and problem resolution at both a strategic and functional level
Sales and financial acumen
A valid driver's license
Skills
- Able to walk into unfamiliar environments and adjust rapidly to the setting
- Ability to drive company/departmental Vision and Purpose
- Ability to follow up with customers in a timely manner
- Ability to engage in natural verbal interaction with customers
- Attention to detail
- Multi-tasking individual who uses project management skills to accomplish goals
- Customer service focused
- Must react to changing business needs
Req #: 58682
Please be advised that the actual salary offered for any position is subject to the company's sole discretion and may be influenced by various factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, experience, location, and overall fit for the role.
Herc Rentals values its employees and provides excellent compensation and benefits packages which are not limited to the following.
Keeping you healthy
Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
Life and disability insurance
Flex spending and health savings accounts
Virtual Health Visits
24 Hour Nurse Line
Healthy Pregnancy Program
Tobacco Cessation Program
Weight Loss Program
Building Your Financial Future
401(k) plan with company match
Employee Stock Purchase Program
Life & Work Harmony
Paid Time Off (Holidays, Vacations, Sick Days)
Paid parental leave.
Military leave & support for those in the National Guard and Reserves
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Auto & Home Insurance Discounts
Protecting You & Your Family
Company Paid Life Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Company Paid Disability Insurance
Supplemental Disability Insurance
Group Legal Plan
Critical Illness Insurance
Accident Insurance
Herc does not discriminate in employment based on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, political affiliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.
Source : American Rental Association - Partnership