Outside Sales Representative

Join our team as an Outside Sales Representative for our Minnesota Territory and become an Employee Owner! We are looking for an individual that lives in the areas between Fargo, Detroit Lakes area, and Alexandria.

Summary: Sell, service and offer the right solutions to new and existing accounts in our targeted marketing area.

Duties:

• Call on existing dealer base to sell products, present new products, offer product solutions and resolve dealer partners problems and concerns.
• Constantly review market and initiate actions and activities to grow sales revenue and profits.
• Train and educate our dealer partners on FGP products, quoting tools, company policies, etc.
• Call on building contractors and architects in assigned territory to identify architect requirements and seek solutions that encourage use of FGP products.
• Prepare quotes based on our dealer partners needs using electronic pricing tools and software systems.
• Set-up and lead contractor and dealer meetings.
• Perform product demonstration and presentations for groups of dealers, contractors, architects and/or homeowners.
• Prepare and submit weekly itinerary and call reports to the leadership team in a timely manner.
• Maintain a consistent call schedule to our dealer partners on a weekly and monthly basis as needed to be their best business partner.
• Maintain a strong and friendly relationship with FGP personnel.
• Inspect and perform minor service on products.
• Complete appropriate forms for service department.
• Inspect and write-up material returns.
• Represent FGP at regional home shows and dealer show as needed.
• Attend seminars, classes, and sales meeting at various locations.
• Maintain membership and activity in local builder and dealer associations.

Qualifications:

Individual must be a strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills, strong written and oral communication skills as well as proven customer service. Must be detail oriented with strong organizational, negotiating, and problem-solving skills. Must be able to work under minimal supervision, manage multiple tasks and interact with others in a professional manner. Requires valid driver's license and ability to travel frequently.

Education Requirements:

Position prefers an Associate degree in business or related field, three to five years of experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Skills:

Working knowledge of computers and experience with various computer programs. Ability to organize and direct oneself, organize and direct a project to completion, and have the ability to take care of the customers' needs while following company procedures.

Fargo Glass & Paint has a competitive benefits package which includes but is not limited to:

BCBS Health Insurance Options (Free single options), Dental, and Vision Benefits HSA, FSA, & Dependent Care ($1,000 HSA Contribution)

Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity Disability Benefits

Life Insurance Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) Retirement Plan Employee Assistance Program

Paid Holidays Paid Time Off

Fargo Glass & Paint is an equal opportunity employer and drug-free workplace. We participate in E-Verify.