What are the responsibilities and job description for the Outside Sales Representative position at Hanes Companies?
Hanes Industries, Inc., a division of Leggett & Platt (NYSE: LEG), is seeking a dedicated Sales Representative to join our team in the North Mississippi area and surrounding states. As the leading distributor of industrial fabrics in the United States, our products are integral to a variety of sectors, including industrial packaging, building products, automotive, filtration, furniture, and mattress manufacturing.
Responsibilities:
As the Sales Representative, you will play a pivotal role in the success of Hanes Industries by undertaking the following responsibilities:
- Service Existing Customers and Develop New Product Placements: You will be responsible for maintaining and nurturing relationships with existing customers, ensuring their satisfaction, and understanding their evolving needs. Additionally, you will proactively seek out new product placements and new business opportunities, identifying potential clients and introducing them to our product portfolio.
- Develop Relationships with Customers: Developing trusting and lasting relationships with our customers is a critical aspect of this role. By understanding their requirements and challenges, you will position yourself as a valuable resource, offering exceptional service and product expertise that address their specific business requirements.
- Execute Sales Strategy: As a key member of the sales team, you will implement the company’s sales strategy in your designated region and across your market’s industries. This involves conducting market research, identifying key target areas, prospecting potential customers, and effectively promoting our products and service to achieve sales targets and increase market share.
- Report Progress to Management: Keeping Branch Manager and Director of Sales Operations informed about your progress is essential for strategic alignment and performance evaluation. Regularly providing updates on sales achievements, market insights, and customer feedback through the CRM is required for success.
Ideal Candidate:
We are looking for a self-motivated and results-driven individual with a true passion for sales and a knack for building strong customer relationships. Key attributes of our ideal candidate include:
- Persuasive Communications Skills: Excellent communication skills are essential for this role, enabling you to effectively convey the value and benefits of our products to potential customers across various industries.
- Proven Sales and Leadership Experience: The ideal candidate should have a proven track record in sales, preferably with the markets we serve. A BS/BA degree and/or 2-3 years of business-to-business sales experience is preferred.
- Customer-Centric Approach: Understanding the importance of customer satisfaction and consistently delivering exceptional service is a fundamental aspect of this role. Your ability to listen to customers’ needs and offer appropriate solutions will set you apart.
If you are eager to take on this exciting opportunity and be part of a thriving organization with a strong history and team environment, we encourage you to apply. Please email your resume to: human.resources@hanesindustries.com and visit our website at www.hanescompanies.com for additional information.
What We Offer:
- Competitive Compensation including salary, commission, and a company vehicle.
- Comprehensive Benefits such as health/dental/vision insurance, a 401-k plan, and a discounted stock program.
- Our Commitment to You
We're actively taking steps to make sure our culture is inclusive and that our processes and practices promote equity for all. Hanes Industries and Leggett & Platt is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veteran status, and more. Join us!
We welcome and encourage applications if you meet the minimum qualifications.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veteran/Disability Employer
Hanes Companies is a people-first organization dedicated to providing a complete benefits package for our employees and their families. Benefits include health/dental/vision insurance, retirement savings with company match, discount stock plan, paid time off, paid holidays, employee assistance program, gym reimbursement, education reimbursement, and many more!
We work to foster a culture of inclusion, diversity, and equity in which everyone is respected, valued, and has an equal opportunity to contribute, thrive, and advance. We are focused on maintaining a workforce that represents the many customers we serve and the communities in which we operate.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veteran/Disability Employer
