Outside Sales Representative - Industrial

Are you ready? As an Outside Sales Representative, you will be selling our products and services in a specialized market. You will develop new prospects and maintain contact with established customers, regularly visiting them at their site of business or other off‑site locations.

• Responsible for meeting or exceeding assigned annual gross margin budget by promoting and selling products in assigned territory in compliance with the Company's pricing policies.
• Handle customer complaints promptly and effectively, and report potential claims.
• Keep management informed of local competition and market conditions.
• Carry out sales and merchandise programs as directed, and recommend new items for stock.
• Maintain current customer records, files, and reports of business transactions; assist in collection of past‑due accounts.
• Participate in training sessions, trade shows, and sales meetings as requested.
• Demonstrate products after sale when necessary.

• Minimum 3 years industry‑specific experience required; 4+ years preferred.
• 4‑year degree preferred.
• Knowledge of business administration, sales, and marketing.
• Negotiation skills.
• Ability to learn our business and to work independently to achieve goals.
• Ability to sell and be persuasive.
• Extensive travel required, including some overnight travel.

The expected base salary for this position is starting at $65,000 annually, depending on experience. This position is also bonus eligible, based on specific and relevant business metrics. This role requires the use of your personal vehicle for business purposes. Graybar offers a Fixed and Variable Rate (FAVR) reimbursement program to support eligible drivers. This program allows you to choose and drive your own vehicle, rather than a company‑assigned car, and your reimbursements can help you build equity in your vehicle over time.

Certain vehicle requirements, such as age and original MSRP, may impact your eligibility for tax‑free reimbursement.

• Multiple plan options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug benefits.
• Life Insurance coverage for you and options for your family.
• Save on expenses with Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Enjoy our Disability Benefits at no cost to you.
• Share in our success with Profit Sharing Plans.
• 401(k) Savings Plan with company match to help secure your future.
• Paid Vacation & Sick Days.
• Paid Holidays throughout the year.
• Paid Wellness Day.
• Community Time Off to give back to the community.
• Predictable Work Schedules with no weekends or nights for most roles.
• Employee Recognition Program.
• Educational Reimbursement and Career Development Programs.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled