Sales Associate

About the role

Drive business development in an assigned territory by finding prospective customers, building ties with decision makers and generating qualified opportunities. The role works closely with the wider sales team to grow pipeline and market presence.

What you will do

• Manage a sales territory focused on a specific account base as part of a dedicated sales team
• Prospect and win new customers by managing a pipeline and presenting proposals that show the company's value
• Sell consultatively by explaining products, identifying customer needs and recommending suitable solutions
• Build strategic account business plans to reach sales growth and quota targets
• Cultivate customer relationships and ensure satisfaction and loyalty
• Prepare quotations, handle returns or complaints, and pull sales reports to discuss account performance and forecasts

What they look for

• A bachelor's degree is preferred
• Zero to three years of sales experience is preferred
• Candidates based in Minneapolis are preferred
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with regular interaction with customers, manufacturers and colleagues
• Ability to hold business conversations with owners and decision makers and to handle difficult situations
• Ability to work independently and manage time and territory well, with working knowledge of Microsoft Office