Sales Trainee – Industrial Products

DXP is always looking for individuals who want to join a team of employees who have the desire to achieve remarkable accomplishments together. The culture of the organization is supportive and goal oriented with high expectations, yet it is an environment where the team spirit inspires everyone to do their best. All DXP employees play a vital part in the organization and are treated with respect.

By applying to DXP, you will have the opportunity to speak with some of the most respected professionals in the industry.

DXP offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending, 401(k), paid holidays, Life and Disability Insurance, and additional supplemental products.

Minimum Required Salary and benefits commensurate with experience. We are an equal opportunity employer. Except where prohibited by state law, all offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. EOE/M/F/D/V

Summary Under the direction of the Sales VP, the Sales Professional will develop strategic plans and forecasts for accounts, communicate effectively internally and externally, resolving customer issues proactively, grow and maintain sales territory, identify new sales opportunities, understand customer visions and supply chain objectives to provide proactive solutions, build relationships with decision makers, exceed sales goals and provide routine cost savings reports.

• Successfully complete a 12-24 month comprehensive training program covering, but not limited to:
• Warehousing
• Marketing
• Operations
• Customer Service
• Branch Training Rotation
• Sales and Product Training

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related degree
• Knowledge of pumps, pump parts, bearings and/or power transmission products, safety products, and/or industrial supplies preferred
• Must have a sales/customer-service oriented mentality
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to resolve unique customer issues
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
• Self-starter, ability to work productively with minimal supervision
• Acceptable driving record according to company guidelines

• Physical Demand:
  Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. required
• Working Conditions:
  
  Office environment
• Training/
  
  Certifications:
  
  Any related to pumps, bearings, power transmission, safety, or industrial supplies preferred
• Shift Time/Overtime:
  Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
• Travel:
  Travel within the Corpus Christi and Houston region
• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or a related degree

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