Outside Sales

National Hose & Accessory, a Singer Industrial Company, is searching an Outside Sales Representative in Pasadena, Texas . Singer Industrial is one of America’s largest Industrial Distributors with a North American footprint of approximately 100 locations with over 1,400 employees. Singer Industrial strives to efficiently improve customer productivity with innovative industrial solutions, while providing employee growth and opportunity. We serve a diverse market portfolio including petrochemical, oil/gas, food & beverage, OE equipment, marine, MRO, construction, rental supply, power generation and mining. We do this with a robust line of fluid power, hose & fittings, belts, seals & gaskets, pneumatic and automation products, and services.

We are looking for an Industrial industry, experienced, Outside Sales Representative to drive National Hose & Accessory’s sales efforts by managing all aspects of the assigned sales territory and accounts. As an Outside Sales Representative, you will be expected to meet sales and profitability goals and demonstrate “a customer first” work ethic. This opportunity will bring value to our customers by working with our operations team to solve some of industries’ most difficult application, logistical, and supply chain challenges. This role works closely with inside sales and operations staff to ensure orders are fulfilled in a timely fashion.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Develop a list of prospective customers for use as sales leads, based on information from sources such as industry ads, Internet Web sites, and other information sources.
• Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual sales & financial goals.
• Travels throughout assigned territory to call on assigned and prospective customers to solicit orders and talk with customers in person or by phone.
• Display, and demonstrate products needed by the customer by using samples, our catalog and marketing materials, and point out features that meet the customer’s application needs.
• Will work closely with Inside Sales Reps (ISR) to develop quotes and ensure maximum pricing/margin and prepare sales contracts for new orders.
• Estimate date of delivery to customer based on interaction with ISR’s, operations, current demand on production, and delivery schedules.
• Prepares activity and other business transaction reports when required.
• Coordinates with sales and marketing to keep account activities and literature up to date.
• Provides recommendations of stock levels based upon new business onboarded.
• Coordinates customer training.
• Work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Become a trusted expert in fluid conveying, hauling, and power transmission applications.
• Investigates and resolves customer problems with deliveries.
• Maintain professionalism in the workplace.
  
  

Required Skills/Abilities

• Highly self-motivated attitude.
• Demonstrated professional experience working with customers and/or the public.
• Proficiency with Singer Industrial’s OnGuard system is preferred but not required.
• Working knowledge of hose application, production and testing equipment and related services.
• Ability to effectively negotiate on behalf of the company without sacrificing quality.
• Must have a basic knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Demonstrated communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Must be inquisitive, able to learn on the job, and willing to grow.
• Strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work self-directed or in a collaborative environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in industrial distribution or business administration preferred but not required.
• Industrial Hose industry experience required.
• Familiar with NAHAD Hose Safety Standards required.
• Experience selling conveyor belting and components required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Must be able to work outdoors and in the elements year-round as needed.