HVAC​/Plumbing Entry-level Outside Sales Rep​/Engineer

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$60,000.00/yr - $/yr

Are you a recent graduate who has a background in engineering and looking for a position that involves using technical skills to solve real world problems? Do you enjoy meeting new people and tackling new challenges each day? Would you like to make 6 figures?

Bornquist, the premier Manufacturer’s Representative in the Chicagoland area, is currently seeking applicants to fill a position as an Entry-level Outside Sales Engineer. You will learn about our top-tier manufacturers and products, and work with our growing team selling commercial, industrial, HVAC and plumbing products including but not limited to boilers, pumps, water heaters, etc.

Our ideal candidate is a hungry self-starter who is a motivated sales professional that can promote innovative solutions to current and potential customers.

We offer competitive pay, benefits, and a friendly work environment for all employees. We focus on providing the necessary training for all employees to remain up-to-date on all our manufacturers and current technologies. In 2 to 4 years, this training can prepare you to earn 6 figures (Base + Bonus)!

We believe our employees and customers will recognize us as a leader in our industry and a valuable resource!

We invite you to apply to be a part of our winning team!

We are an Equal Opportunity

Employer:

disability / veteran.

Benefits: Competitive Salary, Medical (HMO, HSA & PPO options), Dental, Vision, Generous Profit Sharing and 401k Program, Short Term & Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Discounts through ADP Life Mart/Life Care, Paid Time Off

Position summary:

This position is responsible for marketing, promoting and profitably selling products and services to existing and potential customers.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs personal sales calls at customer sites on a regular basis and at job sites, as necessary, complying to safety regulations always.
• Seeks out prospective customers/business opportunities with new and existing customers.
• Stays current on existing and emerging products and technologies, attending and presenting product training classes as required to develop superior product and application knowledge
• Introduces and demonstrates new products to assigned accounts.
• Creates and processes quotes and regularly follow up to assure the customer is being serviced to company standards
• Works with customers, Purchasing Inventory Manager, Warranty Clerk and/or Purchasing Clerk to process warranty and non-warranty return material requests.
• Processes A/R debit and credit memo requests to resolve billing issues.
• Works with inside sales, purchasing, service department, warehouse, manufacturers, suppliers and customers as necessary to ensure resolution of customer concerns or issues.
• Records in CRM system details of customer interactions or transactions, inquiries, complaints, or comments, as well as actions taken.
• Completes sales calls and expense reports on a timely basis and in accordance with company policy.
• Executes sales efforts in an ethical and professional manner, assuring a favorable impression of self, company and suppliers represented by the company.
• Establishes and maintains relationships with manufacturers, suppliers, engineers, contractors, end users and wholesalers to grow profitable sales.
• Informs customers of all relevant policies, procedures, programs and initiatives. Report customer feedback to management.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree (B.S. in Engineering preferred) from a four-year college or university, or one to two years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• HVAC/Plumbing Sales
  
  Experience:
  
  3 to 5 Years
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and general internet functionality required.
• Proficiency utilizing Enterprise software preferred (Prophet 21 by Epicor). Training can be provided.
• Other skills required:
  • Fully trained in all product lines that the company represents, in company policies, OSHA safety standards, and other functions as required.
  • Excellent customer service skills with a strong desire to go above and beyond to exceed customer expectations.
  • Strong technical aptitude.
  • Strong relationship building and networking capability.
  • Understanding of HVAC systems and equipment preferred.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings and technical submittals a plus.
  • Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy;
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