Logo
Apexindustrialautomation

Junior Sales Associate

Apexindustrialautomation, Romeoville, Illinois, United States, 60446

Save Job

Apex Industrial Automation

is seeking a new team member to join our expanding organization

(on-site located in Romeoville) . This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in industrial distribution/MRO sales and seeking mentorship to grow their sales career with a leader in the Chicago market. The new hire will undergo our Customer and Product Training (CAPT), lasting 9-12 months. After completing this training, there is potential for promotion to an Outside Account Manager role with a specific territory in the greater Chicagoland area. Responsibilities Include:

Short-Term

Onboarding and training on the Apex-way Understanding company culture & values Shadowing all departments Training in all products Apex sells, distributes, and supports ERP, CRM, and other software training used by Apex Learning Apex sales techniques and lifecycle Processing customer orders and providing quotes for RFQs Expediting and tracking purchase orders with suppliers Handling customer inquiries via phone, text, or email Long-Term

Ongoing training in sales, products, and services Outbound cold-calling and inbound lead follow-up Meeting or exceeding quotas and KPIs such as call volume, contacts, response time, and conversion rate Qualifying potential customers for Apex products and services Collaborating with Outside Sales and Customer Support teams Managing open orders and quotes dashboards Updating customer databases and tracking sales activities Supporting team members professionally and courteously Delivering confident sales and product presentations Performing additional duties as assigned Qualifications:

Fluent in English (written and verbal) 2+ years of experience and/or a 2-year Associates or Technical degree Experience in customer service, sales, or purchasing in manufacturing or distribution preferred Proficient in Microsoft Office, CRM, and vendor pricing programs Strong communication skills and ability to build rapport Ability to multitask and work collaboratively Self-motivated, resilient, and persistent in overcoming rejection Apex Industrial Automation

is a leading distributor of industrial parts, providing high-quality components to American manufacturers efficiently. We pride ourselves on our extensive product range and robust supply chain partnerships, ensuring seamless operations for our clients. Our team specializes in sourcing hard-to-find parts and upgrading outdated equipment, delivering solutions that exceed expectations and set us apart in the industry.

#J-18808-Ljbffr