Business Development Specialist

Pro Lift Toyota Material Handling is a forklift distributor in the Midwest focused on delivering solutions to customers in the Columbus, OH area.

New Business Sales Specialist responsible for discovering material handling sales opportunities by understanding the business needs of customers and prospects in the Columbus, OH area. The specialist will effectively schedule in-person or online meetings to educate customers and prospects on solution-driven products and services, communicate with sales and operations consultants on appointments and quote requests, and strengthen the database health.

• Prospect for new business material handling opportunities through outbound sales calls, email, and other marketing platforms
• Schedule appointments focused on learning customer needs and educating the customer about material handling solutions
• Schedule appointments for sales consultants to quote products and services
• Manage activities in marketing systems and CRM databases
• Travel up to 60% of time in area of prime responsibility
• Promote Pro Lift Toyota Material Handling's values, mission and purpose to ensure we are customers', vendors' and associates' indispensable partners

Candidate will have an associate or bachelor’s degree, one year of sales experience with industrial sales, one year of hands‑on experience managing accounts and contacts in database systems, and demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft products such as Word, Outlook, and Excel. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, especially listening, and the ability to maintain confidential information are required.

Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), company‑paid life insurance, company‑paid short‑term disability, paid parental leave and other supplemental insurance options. Paid time off is available after 30 days.

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