FLSA Status: Exempt, commission eligible
Job Summary:
Responsible for developing new business and lead generation within assigned territory. Account Executives will build their territory to maximize the growth of the company.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- None
Essential Job Functions:
- Assists the Company in developing new business opportunities through cold calls and leads.
- Utilizes CRM technology to document activity and track results.
- Maintains contact with prospects through sales calls and phone block.
- Develops new appointments through scheduled phone sessions to ensure activity and pipeline.
- Assists in Company marketing programs/initiatives.
- Contacts potential customers to initiate the sales process and win the business.
- Observes and benchmarks other Account Executives to establish and replicate best practices.
- Consistently installs new business within assigned geography.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Experience & Qualifications:
- Four-year college degree or success as a Service Representative at Thompson Safety.
- Familiar with codes, products attributes, and procedures within the safety field.
- Has a general awareness of business, financials, sales, and safety principles.
- Strong ability to utilize technology to increase the prospecting experience.
- Strong ability to prospect, close, and build rapport with prospects.
- Professional certification may be required in some areas.
- Maintains a valid driver's license, auto insurance, and ability pass a drug and background check.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting, standing, walking, and talking on the phone, attending virtual online meetings, and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
- Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and travel when needed.