Pico Propane and Fuels is a rapidly growing company looking to expand their current footprint by connecting existing areas of operations through organic sales growth. The Sales Manager implements and executes a sales plan to expand Pico Propane and Fuels’ customer base. To excel in this role, one should be an active listener, great communicator, people person, have an entrepreneurial mindset, and have a desire to seek and close new business.
This position will be based in Beaumont, Tx and will require travel and involvement in Meritum’s other areas of operations through the Gulf Coast and East Texas regions.
Essential Functions:

• Develop and execute sales strategies to grow existing customer base and geographic footprint
• Negotiate pricing, contract terms and conditions, and project scope with existing and new customers
• Develop long term relationships with strategic customers and manage the territory customer portfolio to ensure renewal of targeted existing customers
• Respond to and solve customer service issues by deploying necessary company resources
• Maintain and demonstrate a positive attitude with all associates, customers, vendors and other business partners
• Work closely with operations team to assist in promoting sales and customer management through branch locations
• Meets goals and objectives set by VP of Sales and Director of Sales

The absence of specific statements of duties does not exclude those tasks from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment of the position.
Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED is required and a bachelor’s degree in business, management, or a related field highly preferred
• Minimum of two (2) – three (3) years of experience in sales, marketing, or related field
• One year of experience in the propane or Oil & Gas industry (preferred)

Skills and/or Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Assertive, self-motivated, and capable of making independent decisions
• Experience in customer relationship management and utilizing a CRM system to track lead pipelines
• Solid closing skills and ability to build value-added long-term relationships
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Must be proficient with using the Microsoft Office suite (word, excel, power point, and outlook) and experienced with using technology
• Bilingual preferred

Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and an insurable driving record.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Regularly and safely lifts, carries, and handles supplies and equipment weighing at least 20 pounds
• Must be able to sit extended periods of time
• Repeat the same movements
• See details of objects that are less than a few feet away
• Ability to speak clearly and eloquently with the ability to be responsive

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work that is expected to be performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive listing of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. Also, whether particular duties or demands listed above or elsewhere are “essential” is a case-by-case determination, depending on the operational realities and staffing at the individual location. For questions about whether a particular function is essential in your particular role, please contact HR at (210) 245-9445.
Meritum Energy Holdings is an equal opportunity employer to all qualified applicants regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental ability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, status as a disabled veteran and/or veteran of the Vietnam War Era or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person