commercial and industrial equipment and supplies sales representative - wholesale (non-technical)

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Prepare or oversee preparation of sales or other contracts
• Represent companies that export and import products or services to and from foreign countries
• Conduct sales transactions
• Supervise activities of other sales representatives
• Estimate or quote prices, credit or contract terms, warranties and delivery dates
• Identify and solicit potential clients
• Review and adapt information regarding product innovations, competitors and market conditions
• Consult with clients after sale to provide ongoing support

Experience and specialization

Type of product

• Building materials (other than lumber)

Computer and technology knowledge

• Word processing software
• Electronic mail
• Spreadsheet
• MS Office

Technical experience

• Import and export products

Area of specialization

• Sales
• Construction

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Sitting
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking

Personal suitability

• Client focus
• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Initiative
• Organized
• Team player
• Creativity