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Sales Representative - Technical / Industrial (#30093)

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions, Houston, TX, United States


Overview

A global trading company in the Houston, TX area is looking for an experienced

Sales Representative

candidate. The ideal candidate will have 1)

Resin/Polymer/Plastics

products sales experience, 2) Trading or Import/Export experience, and 3) a Bachelor’s degree. This is a full-time / exempt position with a great benefits package. Responsibilities

Advance the business in relation to sales of

Resin/Polymer/Plastics

products Prepare sales action plans and schedules Develop working relationships with clients (current & new) Arrange meetings with clients and prepare estimates/proposals Sustain sales activity reports and records Respond to sales inquiries or concerns by phone, electronically or in person Maintain a degree of personal and business ethics Conduct market and client research and analysis as needed Attend sales events - Trade Shows and exhibits Observe competitors, market conditions and product development Requirements

At least 3 years of sales experience in the industrial manufacturing industry Must have a 4-year college degree (bachelor’s degree) preferably in Business, Chemistry, Material Science, or related field Resin/Polymer/Plastics industry experience Background in distribution, trading, or Resin/Chemical industries Basic knowledge of Incoterms, currency conversion, and other conversion rates Proficient in MS Office suite Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills Disciplined, focused, and independent Strong work ethic and goal oriented Able to travel 50% or more Valid state issued driver’s license with clear record Understanding of sales performance metrics Physical requirements: This position includes working in a manufacturing and/or warehousing environment. May require intermittent sitting, standing, walking; lifting up to 25 pounds, or over 25 pounds with lift assist; climbing stairs; handling or feeling parts/equipment; reaching with hands and arms; stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending; and vision requirements (close, distance, color, depth, peripheral).

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