K-12 Sales Specialist

For 90 years, Boelter has been helping our customers create unforgettable experiences. Our focus is to provide unparalleled service and high-quality products. Boelter takes your best and makes it even better.

Boelter participates in every aspect of the restaurant supply, hospitality, and beverage industries. From designing commercial kitchens to delivering barware supplies, from installing food service equipment to staging the perfect tabletop - with our full spectrum of services and products - we bring inspiration to the table.

K-12 SALES SPECIALIST
Chicago, IL
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POSITION SUMMARY
The Boelter Companies is seeking an experienced K-12 Sales Consultant responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, developing and maintaining long-term relationships with customers and delivering customized solutions that meet their needs and goals.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain existing K-12 customer relationships within a specific region.
• Target new K-12 customer relationships for Equipment and Supply opportunities.
• Pursue leads and follow through to secure business.
• Collaborate with K-12 Segment team to drive growth.
• Conduct market research and identify industry trends to introduce to perspective customers.
• Evaluate customer needs and respond with best alternatives.
• Use CRM to maintain customer calls and build a pipeline.
• Effectively forecast upcoming business.
• Have a strong understanding of Boelter’s position in the marketplace and how to sell against competition.
• Attend K-12 tradeshows and industry conferences to grow relationships and drive sales.
• Possess excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree
• Ability to build strong relationships internally and externally
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Must be a self-starter with good time management skills
• Basic understanding of products and learning how to sell through on the job training

At Boelter, we care about our associates. We are pleased to offer a comprehensive suite of benefits that are designed to promote and support total well-being for you and your family.
Associates working a minimum of 30 hours per week are eligible to enroll in our benefit programs. Coverage begins the first of the month following hire date for those that enroll in:

• Medical & Prescription Drug
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending
• Health Savings Accounts
• Long-Term Disability
• Basic Life/AD&D
• Supplemental Life/AD&D

Short-Term Disability coverage is provided via salary continuation at a rate of 60% of your base salary. You are eligible for this coverage after one year of employment.
401(k) contributions can start as soon as the first payroll of employment and include a company match.

You can also take advantage of Associate Perks immediately such as Paid Time Off and associate discounts at our stores.

We are proud to offer On Demand pay to their associates. Work today and get paid tomorrow!
Boelter is committed to offering a robust benefits package and exciting work culture that makes it a great place to work! Wont you come join us?