Outside Sales / Business Development Representative

Future Opening: Outside Sales / Business Development Representative Do you enjoy helping people solve problems by offering advice and consultation? Are you looking for a job that offers constant learning, skills growth, and a career path? If so, we are looking for a Monday to Friday Outside Salesperson to join our team in the Sign Industry. This position offers growth potential and a solid foundation for your professional career. Our ideal candidate is someone who is or has a: Goal-Directed Behavior Sense of Urgency Self-Motivated Problem solver who builds relationships Positive Interaction Timely response to a client’s needs Strong organizational skills Be outgoing Software technical savviness Demonstration of strong notation skills POSITION DESCRIPTION This role is responsible for sales activities from lead generation through the project management process. Develop and implement an agreed-upon Sales and Marketing Plan which will meet both personal and business goals of expanding the customer base in the marketing area. Work with the center’s management and support teams on achieving customer satisfaction and revenue generation in line with the company vision and values. This is a business-to-business outside sales position where you will consult with clients in person at their business or our office, as well as via phone and email. As a team member, you will enjoy: Full-Time Job Compensation: $38,000.00 - $40,000.00 / year plus commission & Benefits Paid training and skills development The support of a professional team that is dedicated to your career development The opportunity to design for diverse clients and grow your portfolio Compensation includes base salary and commission. RESPONSIBILITIES Demonstrate the ability to carry on a business conversation with business owners and decision-makers. Sells consultatively and makes recommendations to prospects and clients using various FASTSIGNS products Follows up on new leads and referrals resulting from telephone, marketing, and email activity Demonstrates the ability to carry on a business conversation with customers Communicates with customers on order status and changes in the production schedule Executes a variety of marketing functions, including database mailings, thank you cards, press releases, etc. Helps as needed with reports, close-out, invoices, and required paperwork Identifies and resolves customer satisfaction issues Establishes and maintains effective team relationships with all support departments Follows all company policies, procedures, and business ethics codes Maintains accurate records of all sales and prospecting activities including calls, presentations, closed sales, and follow-up activities within their assigned territory, using a Contact Manager program to maximize territory potential Develops a complete understanding of pricing and proposal models Establishes and maintains estimate follow-up procedures Conducts and/or supervises minor installations MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS A high school diploma or GED required At least three years in retail or inside sales with excellent customer service experience Proven record of consistently hitting/exceeding sales targets or quotas Able to perform cold calls to secure new business for the center Experience resolving customer satisfaction issues Experience working under pressure with multiple tasks/projects Proficient computer and internet skills, including Google Workspace & Microsoft Office suite Strong verbal and written communication skills Basic math skills Strong organizational and time management skills We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Compensation: $38,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year At FASTSIGNS, every day is unique and presents exciting opportunities, including new ways to use your talent and grow your skills. We have a large network of independently owned locations — both locally and internationally — that offer competitive pay and ongoing training opportunities. Are you ready to plan for your future? Discover your next career. Make your statement. Learn more by exploring the positions offered by FASTSIGNS centers. This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to FASTSIGNS Corporate. Additional application questions Do you have any outside sales experience? * How many years of sales experience do you have? * Please list any relevant experience you have in a sales role. * Which type of sales role best describes your selling style? * This position requires outbound calling including cold calls to potential customers. Can you do this? * Are you comfortable working in a position with a performance-based compensation structure (base + commission)? * Are you willing to do outbound sales (with training/support)? * Do you have access to a vehicle and a valid driver’s license? * What makes you unique? * What makes you a good candidate for this position? * What about this job attracts you? * Highest level of education * #J-18808-Ljbffr