Outside Stone Sales Representative
Gault Family Companies, voted a Top Workplace in Fairfield County, is seeking an Outside Sales Representative for Gault Stone & Landscape Supplies to join its team of experienced team members to provide our customers with personal and professional service.
At Gault Family Companies, our team members have a sense of pride as well as a deep commitment to carrying out our Passion and Vision every day and living our Core Values in and out of the workplace. Our family-run company has been servicing communities in Fairfield County and is headquartered in Westport, CT, for over 160 years
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for the sale of masonry materials to homeowners and contractors. Conduct showroom and road sales and delivery of materials to job sites. Perform cold calls, obtain new customers, and visit job sites.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide customer service in the sale of the proper products
On-site sales calls and delivery of samples
Prospecting and Lead generation in assigned territory; objection handling and negotiation; strong closing techniques
Account Acquisition and Retention
Measure projects
Proper use of the Great Plains POS and Lead Management System (LMS)
Keep the showroom clean
Rotating office hours schedule based on demand
Answer phones and make cold calls
Provide quotations and write contracts
Blueprint takeoff and reading
Place orders for materials, check inventory
Attend after-hours networking events and trade shows at different locations
Continue to develop product knowledge
Miscellaneous duties as required
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Experience with and/or knowledge of mason supplies, products, and methods of use
Sales experience and ability to cold call
Four-year college degree or equivalent experience preferred
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, climbing, twisting, lifting, and pulling. Must have the ability to lift and/or move items up to 75 pounds. This job also requires the employee to frequently work from a stationary position, sit, stand, use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
COMPETENCIES:
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy
Good communication skills, including written, oral, and presentation skills
Good interpersonal skills, professional, and reliable
Able to work independently
Goal and Quota Management
Understanding of pricing, margins, and contracts
Ability to meet deadlines and exercise good judgment and problem-solving
Flexibility to work weekends and after-hours networking events
Maintain customer satisfaction by being responsive and working well with all departments
Exercise good judgment and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of Excel & Word
Ability to read a tape measure
Must maintain a clean and valid driver’s license and be willing to travel by car to the prospect’s location
Exemplify the company's core values of Integrity, Teamwork, Caring, and Ownership
Have a passion for ‘Enhancing the Customer Experience’
Excellent customer service skills
A desire to learn new technologies and systems, and a willingness to participate in continuing education
Maintain and promote a safe working environment
JOB TYPE:
Full-Time/Permanent Position Available
Location: Westport, CT; Bethel, CT
WORKING ENVIRONMENT
70% field work and 30% office work. Working inside, climbing up and down stairs. Working outside in all weather conditions. Climbing and working from ladders. Driving a company-issued vehicle to calls, getting in and out of the vehicle, and getting materials in and out of the vehicle. Potentially exposed to hazardous materials. This job also operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.
OTHER DUTIES:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.