Sales Professional

DXP Metalworking Sales Professional

Do you want to grow with us? At DXP we are passionate about what we do and driven to be the best solution for our industrial customers. Since 1908 DXP has been dedicated to the highest quality of customer service through our expertise of the products we distribute and the technical services we perform with a sense of individual pride and company spirit. Throughout your career with DXP, we will encourage and empower you to take an active role in identifying and driving your development, so you feel total confidence in your ability to achieve ongoing success. We aspire to be the best solution for the Industrial customers' needs for MROP products and services through our Innovative Pumping Solutions, Metal Working, Supply Chain Services and Service Centers.

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A Metalworking Sales Professional is responsible for creating profitable sales by aiding our customer base of manufacturing companies and job shops with solutions. Plan and execute sales events intended to create awareness of overall product and services to new & existing customers, within assigned geographic territory.

Works in conjunction with the inside sales team or contract coordinator for customer accounts. Assist customers in product selection, introduce new items and concepts, and ensure overall customer satisfaction. Provides excellent service, communication and accurate information. Plays a key role to establish and maintain contact with customers.

Responsibilities of the Sales Professional include, but are not limited to:

• Constantly strives to improve selling skills and knowledge by attending and actively participating in sales meetings, company meetings, vendor sponsored training, industry shows and conventions
• Continually hones technical ability related to machining and machining concepts
• Responds to customer needs and business opportunities in a timely manner with quality level of customer service
• Documents and leverages cost saving & productivity analysis
• Contacts customers to make sure products are performing to their expectations
• Develop and maintain relationships with customer and suppliers
• Introduces new items and concepts, literature, promotional collateral, demonstrates features and uses, and answers questions regarding product applications pertaining to DXP suppliers
• Making calls with supplier representatives to promote new products and garner product tests and application opportunities
• Selling across the breadth of the product platforms including industrial, safety and metalworking
• Working with other departments to resolve customer needs
• Maintaining a neat personal appearance, always remaining courteous and service minded, and representing DXP at all times in a public relation capacity
• Making calls to customers in an economical and systematic order of rotation to initiates orders for product

Qualifications of the Sales Professional include, but are not limited to:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of metalworking and CNC tooling
• Comprehension of engineering math functions, and concepts of Algebra, Geometry and Profitability
• Problem solving, analytical skills and attention to detail
• Strong desire to learn, pitch in and grow with the company
• Must have clear driving record according to company guidelines

Physical Demand: Lifting up to 50 lbs and not very often. Driving, standing, and walking through machine shops

Working Conditions: Office and Machine Shop environment

Training/Certifications: Technical & Sales experience preferred

Shift Time: 8am - 5pm

Travel: Local travel with occasional overnight. Must have clear driving record according to company guidelines

Education: High School or GED required. Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering a plus

DXP is always looking for individuals who want to join a team of employees who have the desire to achieve remarkable accomplishments together. The culture of the organization is supportive and goal oriented with high expectations, yet it is an environment where the team spirit inspires everyone to do their best. All DXP employees play a vital part in the organization and are treated with respect. By applying to DXP, you will have the opportunity to speak with some of the most respected professionals in the industry.

DXP offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending, 401(k), paid holidays, Life and Disability Insurance, and additional supplemental products. EOE/M/F/D/V