Regional Sales Representative

We are currently looking for a talented, dynamic and motivated outside sales professional to join our team in the Watertown Market Area. Reporting to an Region Sales and Business Development Manager, in this position you will independently prospect, develop and nurture relationships with businesses and industry entities.

Develop new sales leads by prospecting and pursuing targeted new business through calling or visiting potential customers, attending trade shows, initiating mailings and other related activities

Negotiate and close new sales contracts and service agreements to achieve year over year customer base growth

Develop and leverage relationships with businesses and industry entities such as real estate companies, home builder associations and other trade organizations to cultivate new business prospects

Actively participate in industry organizations to continually build a professional network

Partner with Regional Management and the National Accounts group to aggressively pursue Regional and National Accounts business opportunities

Champion a positive, professional image of Suburban Propane to create customer goodwill and foster referrals and repeat business

Follow up with new accounts to ensure customer satisfaction and fulfillment of the job

Why join the Suburban Propane team? Because we care about the physical, mental, and financial wellbeing of our employees and provide them with competitive pay plus incentive potential and an outstanding benefits package including:

Medical, dental, and vision (eligibility after just 30 days of employment)

Paid time off that increases with tenure

A 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting

A new employee training program and many opportunities for continued learning and career development

Disability and life insurance

Employee recognition program

Generous tuition assistance program

Propane discounts

Starting base salary*: $60,000 (plus commission) *Subject to change over time, to allow adequate time to build a commissionable platform.

Minimum of 5 years of business-to-business sales experience

Some college or equivalent in experience and education (Business related Bachelor's Degree preferred)

Excellent verbal communication skills including the ability to negotiate and convincingly persuade others

Professional and articulate with an enthusiastic and positive attitude

Industry knowledge is preferred but not required

Basic understanding of oil and gas fired appliances and related distribution systems (training is provided)

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. As part of our pre-employment hiring process, background checks and drug screens are performed. For more information about our hiring process, please visit: https://jobs.suburbanpropane.com/our-hiring-process/ At Suburban Propane, we know that our strength comes from our diverse and inclusive team of employees who make a difference in the communities we serve across the country every day. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all applicants for employment without regard to an individual's age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, color, creed, religion, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, handicap, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other category protected under federal, state or local law, regulation, or ordinance.