SALES EXECUTIVE (Remote)
ST Louis, MO, United States
Ready to join a five-time US Best Managed Company award winner? Grain Processing Corporation (GPC), a member of the Kent Corporation family of companies, has a fantastic opportunity to join their thriving team as a Beverage Alcohol Products Sales Executive! As we continue to experience accelerated growth, this critical role will be responsible for the marketing and sales of beverage-grade alcohol. Territory includes all of North America, but the main focus will be in the St. Louis, Missouri, Cincinnati, Ohio and Louisville, Kentucky areas; ideal candidate will be located in the Midwest. This position offers exceptional benefits and includes a company vehicle!
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Marketing and sale of products assigned to the Alcohol Products group
Report on customer activities including competitive activity, new applications, industry developments, and market trends
Maintains up-to-date sales records and information in CRM
Participates in all company related events
Establish and maintain customer relationships
Work cross functionally within all areas within customer departments to achieve high level of service
Plans territorial coverage and sales calls to maximize efficiency
Develops and maintains contracts necessary to general customer and competitive intelligence
Develops strategies to maintain and build business at key accounts
Maintains memberships and participates in trade association activities
Develop and maintain a high degree of product and market knowledge
Assures customer compliance with all contracts / supply agreements
Conducts market surveys and other special assignments as directed by Manager
EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, business administration, or related technical discipline preferred
EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS: 5 years minimum in selling quality ethyl alcohol, industrial chemicals and specialties or related experience desired
Experience developing and implementing targeted sales strategies
Experience understanding and leveraging market dynamics
Strong computer skills
Ability to excel independently within an assigned sales territory
Driven to achieve performance goals and objectives both long and short term
Strong communication skills, both written and oral
Ability to work and perform within the framework of the Company’s long term objectives
TRAVEL: Travel Required (50%)
Travel may include, but is not limited to, current and prospective customer locations, business meetings, training, seminars, conferences, and tradeshows.