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Outside Sales Representative

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In-Office
McHenry, IL, USA
Junior
In-Office
McHenry, IL, USA
Junior
The Outside Sales Representative generates leads, manages customer relationships, develops territory strategies, prepares quotations, conducts technical application reviews, supports cost and profit analysis, and achieves sales targets. The role includes customer and vendor training, product demonstrations, seminars, reporting, new product introductions, and regular overnight regional travel. Candidates need industrial sales or management experience, strong communication and selling skills, technical aptitude, and knowledge of manufacturing processes.
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Company: BPH Pumps
About Us

BPH Pump and Equipment is your partner in fluid handling equipment. Quite simply, we are your pump specialists.

We are a full service distributor of fluid handling equipment. For you, the entire process of purchasing, installing, and maintaining is easy and trouble-free. We understand that a solution is more than simply a pump-in-a-box. A pump solution must interact with all of your equipment and processes. You’re in the business to make money, and we are ready to help on the fluid handling side of your equation.  
Visit our Website: 
bphpumps.com 

Responsibilities:


Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Sales lead generation.
  • Product and application customer training.
  • Territory and industry specific strategic planning and execution.
  • Customer relations maintenance and development.
  • Technical applications review.
  • Lead in quotations preparation and assistance with preparation
  • Cost analysis, profit maximization.
  • Vendor relations, cooperative vendor sales calls and training as needed and available.
  • Monthly reporting, directly to Supervisor.
  • Achieve the sales budget for a defined group of user customers.
  • Drive regional, corporate account business strategies and new product introductions.
  • Conduct in-plant and seminars to educate users in the use of our products and services.
  • Represents the organization in providing solutions associated with the sale and marketing of our products.
  • Previous performance must have demonstrated superior Conceptual, Technical, People, and Organizational Skills plus a Strong Work Ethic.

 

Training - Learn our products, application and the selection process, and the industries we serve. That process will be accomplished by in-house, external training and on-the-job training.

 

Competencies:

  • Creative thinking, entrepreneurial thinking.
  • Excellent interpersonal and selling skills.
  • Excellent presentation and communication skills.
  • Must have or be capable of developing strong technical knowledge of company products.
  • Strong customer service skills.
  • Ability to communicate effectively at management and hourly maintenance levels.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing process flow.
  • Ability to work under pressure and rapidly changing priorities.

  

Travel:

Regular travel, including overnight is expected.

 

Required Education and Experience: 

 

  • High school diploma or Equivalent
  • Minimum 1 – 3 years of experience in industrial sales and/or management.

 

Preferred Education & Experience:

 

  • BA, BS Degree Business/Engineering or Technical discipline.

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BPH Pumps operates as a vital subsidiary within Flow Control Group (FCG), a prominent holdings company that is a leading solutions provider focused on technically oriented products and services for flow control, fluid handling and process, industrial automation, and life sciences with locations throughout North America. As a critical intermediary between over 3,000 suppliers and 15,000 customers, over 90 brand companies, and close to 1,700 employees, FCG’s distribution and technical expertise serve an essential function in the movement of mission-critical components to a diverse array of end markets and applications.

Why Build a Career with Us?

Everyone’s an Owner of the Company: Because every team member contributes to Flow Control Group’s success, everyone has the benefits of ownership! Flow Control Group has a broad-based employee ownership program extended to every employee within our portfolio companies. 
 

Competitive Benefits: Enjoy an attractive benefits package that includes Medical, Dental and Vision insurance (among other plans), competitive 401(k) matching program, career growth opportunities, employee referral program, paid time off and holidays, as well as parental leave.
Training: FCG University learning and training platform available to all employees offering over 80k courses.

Career Growth Opportunities: At Flow Control Group, we are committed to your professional development. With a vast network of over 100 brands across North America, we provide unparalleled opportunities for growth and advancement. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to take it to the next level, we offer custom training programs, mentorship, and a supportive environment to help you achieve your goals. Join us and be part of a dynamic team where your contributions make a real impact.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Flow Control Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other legally protected characteristics. 

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