LP Salesperson - Wabash Valley Service Company - Oblong, IL

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LOCATION: Oblong                                                                        

REPORTS TO:  Location Manager                                                                                         

STATUS: Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $19.00 - $24.00 / per hour

SUMMARY STATEMENT

Assumes responsibility to create profitable sales of assigned products in the designated territory.   Delivers and collects for products sold.  Contacts customer and prospective customers by using acceptable sales techniques, developing and maintaining these accounts as customers.  Maximize profitable sales of the assigned products and services with targeted accounts, while working in conjunction with all other Team Energy/LP marketing people in the territory to improve the profitability of patron’s enterprises with the use and recommendation of the assigned products and services, while maintaining key accountability for those products and services as described below.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Identify target market accounts, key accounts and key prospects in the assigned territory.
• Individually analyze these accounts as to their wants and needs in the LP area.
• Develop a strategy for fulfilling each target accounts wants and needs with the assigned products.
• Implement the strategies with the target market accounts in a manner that will result in profitable sales for the company and increased profitability for the account.
• Assure that each account is adequately and efficiently serviced.
• Assist in the training of location personnel to enable them to meet the needs of the customer.
• Develop and conduct customer/prospect meetings pertinent to product lines.
• Know present customers and their past purchasing history.
• Compiles list of prospective customers and know their potential using Target Sales Program.
• Maintains an ongoing target prospect list, and develops a daily plan for calling on prospects.
• Maintains an ongoing information file on each prospect and customer.
• Uses contact management system (CRM) and makes appointments for regular calls on customers and prospects.
• Deliver and see that deliveries of products are made in a timely manner to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Stay currently informed on technical information and product changes, and follows all company guidelines.
• Follow up on customer complaints and notify supervisor of complaint the same day.
• Attempt to regain lost customers, and report lost customers to supervisor in a timely manner.
• Display good judgment, positive attitude and enthusiasm in dealing with customers and other employees.
• Wears required company uniforms, projecting a positive image of the company in personal appearance, equipment appearance and personal habits.
• Subscribe to and support the company credit policy.
• Develop business through new accounts utilizing company approved financing programs, which will require targeting those accounts. Writing applications and follow up and work with the credit manager to ensure applications are complete.

• Physical demands: the physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell.  The employee must regularly lift and/ or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
• Encouraged to work toward achieving professional Growmark Certification.
• Must be willing to work beyond hours considered “normal”.
• All other duties that may be assigned by the Plant Manager.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the Knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Language Skills:

• Ability to read, analyzes, and interprets common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquires or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.  Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conforms to prescribed style and format.  Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

Mathematical Skills:

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.  Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability:

• Ability to define problems collects data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.  Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

REQUIREMENTS

• Normally requires a high school diploma or equivalent and 1-2 years or more of sales experience to demonstrate strong reasoning ability to solve practical problems and handle customer inquiries and concerns.
• Must maintain a valid CDL driver’s license with HAZMAT endorsement, as well as maintain certification for LP safety.

• Ability to work extended hours and on-call as business conditions warrant.

• Continuously exposed or required to: 

• Extreme weather conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.)
• Noisy conditions
• Working conditions may include dust, fumes, chemicals, and electrical hazards with appropriate safety measures
• May be required to work at varying heights
• Confined spaces
• Lift 51-70 lbs.
• Required to push heavy objects

We are dedicated to supporting the long-term financial well-being of our employees through a fully funded pension, a cornerstone benefit that ensures security for the future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a variety of supplemental plans like accident, critical illness, disability, hospital indemnity, and identity theft protection. To promote a healthy work-life balance, employees enjoy generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays, giving you time to recharge and focus on what matters most. Additionally, our 401(k) plan with company matching helps you plan for retirement, while our free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) supports your overall well-being. Whether you're starting your career, balancing family life, or planning for retirement, our company is committed to providing employees with a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards package that meets your needs at every stage. Benefits eligibility may vary depending on the position.

Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law.  In addition to base pay, certain roles may be eligible for bonuses, incentives, and commissions.

We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans.

Employment is contingent on, among other things, receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.