Sales Representative

Job Description:

Build Relationships. Close Deals. Repeat.

"Staffmark has a wonderful culture that promotes making a difference by providing exceptional service to employees and customers." Staffmark Associate

Bring the Hustle. Let's Get You Selling. Apply Today.

This Sales Representative in Ruston, LA is for someone who knows how to work a conversation into an opportunity. You'll find leads, manage your pipeline, and keep deals moving without a lot of red tape. It's a good fit for someone who delivers results and closes the loop.

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of outside sales, territory sales, business development, or account management experience preferred.
• Experience within plumbing supply, construction materials, industrial distribution, building products, HVAC, electrical supply, or related industries strongly preferred.
• Proven success developing new business accounts while maintaining long-term customer relationships.
• Strong communication, negotiation, presentation, and consultative selling skills.
• Experience utilizing Microsoft Office applications and CRM software to manage customer activity and sales opportunities.
• Ability to work independently and effectively manage a multi-county sales territory.

Job Duties

• Develop and pursue new business opportunities to increase sales and market share throughout Northeast Louisiana.
• Build, maintain, and strengthen relationships with contractors, commercial customers, municipalities, industrial accounts, and other key decision-makers.
• Conduct regular customer visits to identify project opportunities and business needs.
• Recommend products, solutions, and services that support customer objectives and project requirements.
• Prepare professional quotes, pricing proposals, and product presentations.
• Coordinate with internal departments to ensure timely order processing, delivery, and customer satisfaction.
• Monitor industry trends, customer activity, and competitive market conditions.
• Maintain accurate records of customer interactions, sales forecasts, and business opportunities within CRM systems.
• Participate in networking events, trade shows, and industry-related meetings.
• Consistently achieve or exceed established monthly, quarterly, and annual sales goals.

Perks You'll Love:

• Competitive weekly pay - because great sales pro's deserves it
• Good benefits - medical, dental, vision and life insurance
• 401(k) option - plan for the future
• Perks and discounts that help your paycheck go further

What Helps You Succeed

• Confidence when working with customers
• A results-focused mindset
• Strong listening and problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail and follow-through
• A team-first, service-oriented approach

About Us

At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact.

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