Outside Sales Representative; Territory Manager

Overview

Linde Gas & Equipment Inc. is seeking a results-driven Outside Sales Representative to generate and pursue leads, build and maintain strong customer relationships, and promote and sell welding & industrial gas products and/or services. This position primarily involves meeting existing & future customers face-to-face and traveling to various customer locations within a designated territory. You will leverage your sales expertise to drive profitability and achieve sales objectives within the organization.

• Competitive pay & commission eligible
• Comprehensive benefit plan (medical, dental, vision and more)
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid time off (vacation, holidays, PTO)
• Employee Discount Programs
• Career growth opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company car, laptop, and phone

• Serve as a strategic partner to develop and sustain long-lasting relationships with existing and prospective customers through effective negotiation in a designated geographical territory
• Identify sales strategy to meet targets that promote long-term profitability
• Develop and execute evidence-based sales plans to meet objectives
• Travel to businesses to conduct sales presentations
• Deliver messages in a clear, compelling, and concise manner that helps to resolve client’s concerns
• Maintain detailed records on key accounts within a customer relationship management system
• Present in-depth reports to the director of sales and other stakeholders, as required
• Conduct regular market research to maintain an updated knowledge of consumers' needs, competitors' activities, and of the marketplace
• Partake in industry events to refine skills and maintain mutually-beneficial business relationships
• Adapt quickly to changing conditions
• Understand the meaning and implications of key financial indicators
• Experiment to find new solutions by evaluating pros and cons, risks, and benefits of different solution options

• High School Diploma/GED required;
  Bachelor's degree preferred
• At least 2 years of Outside Sales experience and demonstrable experience as a territory account manager
• Must be willing to travel to current and prospective customers as required
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Industrial gas or welding experience is preferred
• Has a track record of exceeding goals successfully
• Upholds high standards of honesty and integrity
• Demonstrates personal ownership for safety and actively contributes to a strong safety culture
• Contributes to a positive work environment where differences are valued and supported
• Strives for personal achievement and helps others attain results
• Ensures accountability through collaboration and interpersonal skills

Linde is a leading global industrial gases and engineering company with 2024 sales of $33 billion.

Linde Gas & Equipment Inc. (LG&E) is part of the largest Welding, Industrial, Medical, and Specialty Gases companies in the U.S. We carry a comprehensive selection of industrial gases, such as oxygen, nitrogen, argon, and carbon dioxide, etc. LG&E has an extensive network of production plants, retail stores, distribution centers, and customer service locations with a focus on making our world more productive every day by providing high-quality solutions, technologies and services which are making our customers more successful by helping to sustain and protect our planet.

For more information about the company, please visit our website.