Are you passionate about what you do? Are you looking for a company with years of stability? Do you want to work in a family-oriented atmosphere? Well, join CLS! At CLS, we specialize in the rental, lease, and sales of uniforms, linens, and mat services. Since 1899, we have been making a difference for our customers, our communities, and our Team Members.
This is a hunter sales position. You need to make cold calls and find the customers, they typically do not come to you. Strong candidates will be self-confident, self-motivated, persistent, and have a resilient “can-do” attitude. Successful candidates will be able to easily establish rapport with people, possess the ability to read people, show concern, and clearly demonstrate interest in providing a proper solution. If this describes you, join the CLS Team and be a part of a growing company!
Solid wage and benefit package including:
- Base Salary
- Bonuses and Commissions
- Monthly commission potential
- Gas and Auto allowances
- Training provided
- Computer and cell phone provided
- Benefits Package includes: Medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, life insurance, and 401(k) with $1 to $1 match up to 4%
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
ESSENTIAL TASKS:
- Generating revenue by providing prospects CLS solutions of products and services within the established marketing plan while meeting sales quota targets.
- Developing and qualifying leads within respective territory using cold call selling techniques and lead generation strategies.
- Researching the market to gather information on prospective new customers and other relative market information.
- Meeting with potential customers to present CLS and demonstrate available product.
- Entering initial orders for new customers and preparing agreements.
- Coordinate initial deliveries with the new customers and route sales representatives.
- Maintaining cloud-based notes (CRM) on customers and prospective future customers.
- Generating and finding potential new clients a MUST
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Microsoft Office Skills – competent in all applications (including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
- Self-Management Skills. - Hold themselves personally responsible for activity and sales goals. Is able to research the necessary information needed to perform at high a high level.
- Ability to lead and Work Ethic. - Possesses a strong willingness to work hard and sometimes long hours to get the job done and always has a positive attitude while doing so.
- Communication- Speaks and writes clearly.
- Organization/Planning - Organizes, schedules their own daily communications, and holds themselves accountable.
- Attention to Detail – Does not let important details slip through the cracks. Understands and is able to convey the proper information needed for smooth work transition.
- Honesty/Integrity- Earns trust and maintains confidence.
- Follow Up – Let’s nothing go undone or incomplete. Follows up on work to ensure perfection and timely execution.
- Teamwork – Reaches out to peers and cooperates with supervisors to establish an overall collaborative working relationship.
- Flexibility/Adaptability – Works well under stress and is able to effectively communicate and problem solve with Sales Representatives and Management.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $66,557.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Compensation package:
- Bonus opportunities
- Commission pay
- Holiday pay
- Performance bonus
- Uncapped commission
- Yearly bonus
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Sales: 5 years (Preferred)
Language:
- English (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Kalamazoo, MI 49001: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 50% (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Kalamazoo, MI 49001