Outside Sales Representative

Midsouth Hotel Supply

  • Jackson, Mississippi
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    Excellent Time Management: The ability to effectively plan and prioritize daily activities, from prospecting and client meetings to administrative tasks, is crucial for success in a field-based role. CRM Proficiency: Experience using a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system is required for managing leads, tracking customer interactions, and reporting on sales activities.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationJackson, Mississippi
    Websitehttps://midsouthhotelsupply.com/

    Description

    We're looking for a highly motivated and independent Outside Sales Representative to be the driving force behind our company's expansion. This is the first dedicated sales position in the field, making you a key player in our growth story. Your primary responsibility will be to proactively find and acquire new customers in your assigned territory. You'll build strong, in-person relationships, serving as a product expert and a trusted partner to business owners and managers.



    Requirements

    Required Qualifications

    • Proven Sales Experience: A track record of success in outside sales, with a focus on new business acquisition. Candidates should be able to demonstrate they have met or exceeded sales targets in previous roles.

    • B2B Sales Expertise: Experience selling directly to other businesses is essential. This includes a deep understanding of the B2B sales cycle, which often involves longer timelines and multiple decision-makers.

    • Exceptional Communication: Strong verbal and written communication is a must. This includes active listening to understand customer needs, clear presentation skills, and professional email correspondence.

    • Self-Motivation and Discipline: An outside sales role requires a high degree of autonomy. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who is disciplined in managing their own schedule and workload.

    • Excellent Time Management: The ability to effectively plan and prioritize daily activities, from prospecting and client meetings to administrative tasks, is crucial for success in a field-based role.

    • Valid Driver's License: This is a physical requirement of the job. Candidates must have a reliable vehicle for travel within the assigned territory.

    Highly Desired Skills

    • Industry Knowledge: Experience in the hospitality, hotel, or distribution industry is a significant advantage.

    • CRM Proficiency: Experience using a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system is required for managing leads, tracking customer interactions, and reporting on sales activities.

    • Resilience: The ability to handle rejection with a positive attitude and persistent follow-up is a key trait of a top-performing salesperson.


    Show Us Why You're the One!

    We'd love to learn more about you beyond your resume. As the next step in your application, please record a short video (no more than 5 minutes) telling us a bit about yourself. In the video, please share:

    • What excites you most about this opportunity.

    • What skills and experiences make you a great fit for our team.

    • What your expectations are for this role and our company.

    • Any questions you have for us.

    You can upload your video here: 

    https://workdrive.zohoexternal.com/external/5aecc93b3a4a7df6da0f553bb34419bba7db49b255a51af0a692a86fac8f3e81




    Benefits

    • Competitive Compensation: A base salary plus a commission structure designed to reward new business acquisition and high performance.

    • Flexibility and Autonomy: This role offers the autonomy to manage your own schedule, balancing sales activities with personal life.

    • Mileage Reimbursement: We will reimburse you for all business-related travel expenses, including mileage for your personal vehicle.

    • Employee Discount: Enjoy a discount on our high-quality supplies for your personal use.

    • Paid Time Off (PTO): A PTO policy to ensure you have time to recharge and relax.



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