DescriptionFederated/Fisher Auto Parts, Home of the Parts Professionals!Providing world class customer service and reliable auto parts and accessories for over 85 years! Fisher Auto Parts' employees are one of the key ingredients to our success - past, present and future. Fisher has many different career and employment opportunities, as well as benefits to offer new and current employees!The Outside Salesperson is expected to interact with existing and potential customers to maintain favorable relationships and increase the company's sales of products and services in the Cincinnati market. The incumbent should be able to resolve customer issues/problems and develop new prospects. The Outside Salesperson should also be familiar with all sales processes and procedures; be knowledgeable of the auto parts industry; have excellent organizational and communication skills.Hours: 45 Hours per week - Monday through Friday Pay: Salary PLUS commission & Company CarESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform daily sales calls on a prescribed route via driving a vehicle;
- Responsible for presentation and demonstrations of new products;
- Present and maintain customer programs, credits, and core returns;
- Present pricing and product change updates, obtain catalogs and distribute price sheets to customers;
- Prospect and develop new accounts;
- Resolve customer issues and/or problems in a timely and effective manner;
- Organize customer clinics as required;
- Attend monthly Sales Meetings and additional training seminars as required to maintain current trends;
- Monitor customer account balances and collect monies owed;
- Maintain customer sales records;
- Must report to work in a continuous timely manner;
- Maintain a valid driver's license and driving record which meets the underwriting
- standards;
- Responsible for meeting all criteria and policies as set forth in the Company Employee Handbook, Driver's Handbook, and Fleet Safety Policy;
- Assists in special projects as requested.
Requirements
- A minimum of 5 years of sales experience preferably in the automotive industry is desired with a proven record of continuous progressive sales records;
- High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred;
- A satisfactory Motor Vehicle Report must be obtained by the applicant and submitted for approval prior to hiring date and satisfactory MVR must be maintained;
- Successfully pass a pre-employment drug test.
- A professional working attitude and be customer service oriented;
- Ability to use resourcefulness and tact in meeting new problems;
- Ability to maintain customer and co-workers relationships in a positive/professional manner;
- Ability to assemble/organize/maintain sales data;
- Ability to analyze, understand, and prepare reports as needed;
- Able to communicate both orally and in writing in English, and follow complex oral and written instructions;
- Proficient computer skills preferred;
- Use appropriate phone skills and demonstrate excellent communication skills;
- Ability to work varied hours to obtain goals and vision of Company and position;
- Ability to work with minimal supervision.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule that would allow you to work an assortment of days, evenings, and/or weekends (as needed) designed to provide quality service, while successfully growing the business with profitability and integrity.