Field Sales Associate (Ref#023)

POSITION OVERVIEW

The company is a strong leader throughout the Southeast in the Petroleum Wholesale Industry.  We are a close-knit family dedicated to our customers and take every opportunity to improve their sales and profitability by offering exceptional customer service.  They have branded and unbranded petroleum offerings catering to Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia.  D&D understands the local markets and the neighborhood store to make them competitive and successful. The company is looking for an ambitious Sales Associate that is eager to learn and grow their career with the company to manage a new territory including Birmingham, Alabama, and the surrounding area/suburbs. This role will report to the VP of Marketing & Sales. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Seeking sales opportunities within the Southeast wholesale fuel market
• Determine potential customer needs and provide adequate proposals to meet those needs
• Gather information, negotiate terms and work towards finalizing fuel contracts with potential customers
• Work with vendors to provide services to current and future customers
• Provide necessary customer information to in-office staff to create contracts
• Weekly check-ins with VP of Sales & Marketing for guidance and progress
• Attend once a week brand meetings to discuss status on sites newly under contract

QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to communicate clearly with a positive attitude
• Customer focused with a service oriented mindset
• Ability to negotiate and explain contract elements effectively
• Decisive and problem solving abilities
• Follow through and follow up with current and prospective customers
• Highly motivated with a demonstrated ability to work well with others