Industrial Outside Sales

About the company: MFCP is a supply company that facilitates the flow of products from our manufacturers to our customers. This value-added service is executed by a dedicated team of highly trained associates committed to unparalleled customer satisfaction and the continual improvement of our service. We offer one-stop shopping for industrial, hydraulic, pneumatic, pump valves, hoses, hose fittings and hose assemblies, sealing products, instrumentation, fitting and valves, etc

Position Summary: This is a great sales position with a strong industrial supply company seeking a highly motivated and independent person. Key responsibilities include building and maintaining an industrial and possible mining customer base for our industrial products, including hydraulic, pneumatic, pump valves, hoses, fittings, seals and instrumentation products, through direct sales initiatives and developing and maintaining positive industrial and mining relationships.

Primary Duties:
Develop and maintain customer and vendor relationships.

Sell hydraulic, pneumatic, pump valves, hoses, fittings, seals and instrumentation products to current and new accounts and develop and coordinate target industrial and mining accounts.

Apply creativity to solve problems.

Coordinate efforts with all appropriate departments and personnel to ensure customer satisfaction.

Strive to consistently maximize profitability by utilizing programs, promotions and product support materials.

Maintain and develop professional/technical knowledge through relevant professional associations while serving as a technical resource for others in the organization.

Communicate regularly with management on sales goals, market trends, challenges and opportunities Review all accounts, attend training, and work with factory representatives regularly.

Ensure that the highest level of customer service and ethical behavior are followed.

Address and resolve all customer requests with a positive approach.

Act as a technical resource for customers and others in the organization.

Implement and follow up on sales directive from management.

Maintain accurate and legible customer and catalog files when appropriate.

Maintain a safe, clean and organized work area.

Comply with all company rules, policies and procedures.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Basic Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree and/or min. 2 years sales experience, preferably in the industry.

Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

Excellent written & oral communication and strong relationship building skills required.

Detail oriented with solid organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced industrial work environment.

Must be able to perform basic math functions, as well as understand and apply more complex calculations such as gross profit/gross margin and averages.

Solid computer skills including use of MS Office (Word, Excel & Outlook), with a willingness to learn new software programs. Experience with Epicor Prophet 21 a plus.

Must be a good listener with above average reasoning ability and make minimal mistakes. Must be a good learner whom can assimilate product knowledge and skills as they are presented.

Experience with industrial and hydraulic hose, fittings, pumps, valves and seals is preferred.

Must be able to work with a wide variety of people and personalities.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:
Ability to sit, stand, walk and drive. Work environment includes a wide variety of situations including: manufacturing, machine shops, agricultural operations, and any other specific business operations of current or potential customers.

The physical demands and work environment reflected are representative of those encountered by employees when performing the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to accommodate individuals with disabilities perform the essential functions of the job.

Salary:
Commensurate with skills and experience.

Benefits:
Along with a competitive salary, MFCP offers attractive benefits, including: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) Investment Plan, Life Insurance and Paid holidays/vacation/sick time.

Candidates are subject to pre-employment criminal background, drug screen and DMV record review, along with possible reference checks.

“We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, military status, disability, genetic information, or any other applicable status protected by federal, state or local law.” This Employer Participates in E-Verify.