Outside Sales Associate - Core & Main

Company Overview:

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.

 

Job Description & Qualifications:

 

Job Summary

Responsible for prospecting new accounts, retaining existing accounts, and increasing opportunities with existing customers.

 

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• Provides full service support for existing customer base in assigned territory including sales and delivery.
• Manages sales volume with an existing customer group and assists with prospecting to expand the customer base.
• Services, maintains and delivers orders to customers within assigned territory.
• Participates in pricing for assigned accounts.
• Works with OSR, but requires autonomous decision making for outside territory.
• Partners with customers, vendors, credit, and A/R to resolve customer service issues.
• Identifies customer products needs and consummates sales.
• Handles repairs as needed. 

Nature and Scope 

• Works in compliance with established procedures and/or protocols. Identifies and resolves readily identifiable, clearly defined problems. Demonstrates skill in data analysis, techniques by resolving missing/incomplete information, inconsistencies/anomalies in routine research/data.
• Nature of work requires general supervision; exercises judgment. May be paired with a mentor. Work typically involves regular process checks or review of output by a coworker and/or supervisor.
• May provide general guidance/direction to or train junior level support personnel. 

Work Environment 

• Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting and maneuvering material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward.
• Typically in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noise, and fumes, which may cause noticeable discomfort.
• Typically requires overnight travel less than 20% to 50% of the time. 

Minimum Qualifications 

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age or older
• Must pass pre-employment assessment(s) if applicable 

Education and Experience 

• Typically requires BS/BA in related discipline. Certification may be required in some areas. Generally 0-2 years of experience in related field OR MS/MA and generally 0-1 year of experience in related field.

   

Preferred Qualifications & Job Specific Details:

 

Preferred Qualifications

• External sales experience.
• Familiarity with technical product lines preferred.
• Class A CDL- Operate vehicle with GVW over 26,000 pounds not in combination, or transport hazardous materials that require placarding.
• College degree preferred.
• Experience in Fire Protection a plus.
• Sales experience preferred.