Representative - Sales (Mississippi & Louisiana)

Job title: Representative - Sales (Mississippi & Louisiana) in Louisiana - Mississippi at Schaeffler Company: Schaeffler Job description: Schaeffler is a dynamic global technology company and its success has been a result of its entrepreneurial spirit and long history of private ownership. As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace and industrial sectors, we offer you many development opportunities.OverviewWe're looking for a Sales Representative to join our Distribution (Radial and Linear Products) business unit to grow sales and achieve our business plan in the Louisiana/Mississippi region. Your success will come from maintaining relationships with existing customers, prospecting new customers, and executing sales strategies with passion and perseverance. This is a remote work opportunity with qualified candidates being located in either Mississippi or Louisiana.Your Key Responsibilities

• Promote and sell Schaeffler brand products to the Industrial Aftermarket through authorized distributor channels.
• Develop and implement territory sales growth strategies and projects to grow long term market share.
• Develop ongoing relationships and rapport at both distributor and end user to influence Schaeffler brand choice and preference.
• Provide application assistance through product knowledge and connecting customers with Schaeffler engineering group service and support.
• Provide product training to both distributor and end user customers in the region.
• Effectively communicate projects, customer issues and ensures Schaeffler has a clear understanding of customer needs and expectations.
• Use Salesforce to document account activity and territory opportunities.
• Meet and exceed annual sales goals and budget.

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a related field or equivalent work experience
• Minimum of four (4) years sales and business development experience selling through Industrial Distributors, or in similar industries (i.e. Fluid Power, Fluid Sealing, Pumps, Motors, Couplings, Bearings)
• Possess strong mechanical aptitude
• High energy, self-motivated, self-learner and goal oriented
• Excellent planning skills to effectively manage priorities, time and travel
• Excellent verbal, written communication and presentation skills
• Strong Computer Skills - IE. Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Salesforce
• Availability for overnight travel approximately 35% of the time
• External applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employment visa or other sponsorship

Our Offering

• Company vehicle: including fuel, insurance and maintenance
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Employees receive access to a range of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, ensuring their well-being and peace of mind.
• Generous retirement savings options: The company provides competitive 401(k) matching contributions (up to 6%), empowering employees to build a secure financial future.
• Professional development opportunities: The company invests in its employees' growth by offering tuition reimbursement, skill development workshops, and ongoing learning and development programs.
• Wellness initiatives: Employees have access to wellness programs and resources aimed at promoting physical, mental, and emotional health, fostering a supportive and thriving work environment.

See all of our benefits at:As a global company with employees around the world, it is important to us that we treat each other with respect and value all ideas and perspectives. By appreciating our differences, we inspire creativity and drive innovation. In this way, we contribute to sustainable value creation for our stakeholders and society as a whole. Together, we advance how the world moves.Exciting assignments and outstanding development opportunities await you because we impact the future with innovation. We look forward to your application.Your contactSchaeffler Group USA Inc.Jason GouldSchaeffler is an equal employment opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive equal employment opportunities and consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.Keywords: Sales Management; Expected salary: Location: Louisiana - Mississippi Apply for the job now! Apply for this job