Commercial Outside Sales Associate - St. Louis

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At Holt Electric, a leader in electrical distribution, successful associates drive and promote our mindset of Adapt, Dare and Learn.

Do you enjoy a good challenge? Great, because we value bold thinkers who are excited to take on challenging tasks. We strive to be the best and we share our success with our associates, customers, suppliers, and shareholders.

We are always looking to expand our teams to continue to serve our customers and to grow our business. Ready to join us?

Find what opportunities are waiting for you at Holt Electric!

Holt Electric is seeking an experienced Outside Sales Representative focused on the commercial electric market in the St.

Louis area. Candidate area of expertise should include electrical switch gear and lighting, with a diversified background in the commodities to support these solutions.

Is expected to own end-to-end selling of appropriate products and focus on driving growth among target accounts and new accounts.

We are looking for an Outside Salesperson who :

Makes personal sales calls at customer establishments on a regular basis, seeking new opportunities and new customer leads.

Engages appropriate team members when appropriate (branch manager, product sales specialists, etc).

• Introduces, promotes & demonstrates new products and customer resources & programs to customer base.
• Coordinates secured customer orders with appropriate Inside Sales Staff for order entry, tracking & fulfilment. Remains engaged with process as needed to expedite & troubleshoot backorders and other related concerns that may arise.
• Actively manages account base and new opportunities to maximize sales volume and gross profit margins.
• Executes sales efforts in a timely, ethical and professional manner, assuring a favorable impression of self and the company;

includes the maintenance of a clean and uncluttered vehicle.

• Completes expense reports on a monthly basis and files monthly auto expense report in accordance with company procedure.
• Develops an effective and productive working relationship with Inside Sales Associates, Counter Sales Associates and support personnel;

encourages and assists in their training and development when possible.

• Maintains ethical, cooperative manufacturer relationships consistent with company image and company / branch goals in the marketplace.
• Monitors job queues and takes appropriate action to troubleshoot and resolve items.
• Quickly finds common ground and solves problems for the good of all.
• Easily gains trust and support of others.

What you bring :

• Bachelor's degree in sales or closely related field with three years of relevant sales or industry experience; or equivalent combined education and on the job experience as determined by Holt Electric.
• At least two (2) years of electrical or distribution experience and / or product and application knowledge; or prior sales experience and a willingness to learn electrical products and applications.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and concisely in written and verbal formats, including sales presentations.
• Developed knowledge of the industrial / commercial / contractor market.
• Strong problem analysis and resolution skills.
• A valid driver’s license and proven safe driving record.
• Proven proficiency in the use of a personal computer accompanied by a strong aptitude for technical applications, as well as in the use of Microsoft Office software, including Word & Excel

Why work for Holt Electric?

At Holt Electric, we take great pride in being Powered by Difference. As a company with local roots and global reach, we thrive on the diversity of our associates and the different ways each of us contributes to our success.

Whether you’re just starting your career or have built up your expertise over the years, we can provide opportunities to expand your industry experience and help take our business to another level.

401K Plan, Competitive Medical Plans (medical, dental, and vision), Paid Vacation, Paid Sick, Paid Personal, Paid Holidays, Flexible Spending Accounts (Health and Dependent Care), Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Discounts, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Life Insurance and a Definitive Career Path.

About Holt Electric

For the past 60 years, Holt Electrical Supply has focused on providing value to each customer throughout the electrical supply chain.

We are a full-line electrical distributor with 7 locations in the St. Louis metro area and beyond. We are focused on helping our community and our employees grow while delivering exceptional customer service and value to the markets we serve.

As a part of Sonepar, a worldwide leader in electrical distribution, we have a global reach that allows us to offer excellent benefits and develop innovative solutions, while maintaining our strong local roots and close-knit culture.

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.