Promote the sale of Williamson-Thermoflo branded products to contractors and wholesale distributors in assigned territory
Interface with distributor principals including top management, sales management, purchasing, inventory control, warehouse, warranty/claims, accounts payable
Conduct personal calls on contractors with and without distributor sales people; attend distributor sponsored product shows, meetings, seminars
Proactively seek out and engage new customers, contractors, and distributors to expand market presence and increase sales
Meet or exceed year end revenue goals
Plan and implement sales activities with distributor customers
Educate customers and prospects on product features, benefits, and competitive advantages
Collaborate with internal teams including warranty and customer service to provide quick responses and resolutions
Represent Williamson-Thermoflo product line at regional and national trade shows
Build and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective customers, contractors, and distributors through regular communication and follow up
Deliver product and technical training and participate in new product introductions, product presentations, and technical presentations
Create and maintain records of sales activities, customer interactions, and progress toward goals
Prepare and present regular reports on sales performance, market trends, and competitor activities to management
Requirements
Minimum 5 years of sales experience in HVAC, plumbing, or closely related industry
Experience in delivering technical training
Demonstrates technical understanding and knowledge of product features, functions, benefits, installation, and application
Experience working remotely
Proven track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets (preferred)
Solid understanding of sales principles, techniques, strategies, and best practices (preferred)
Ability to explain technical concepts clearly and concisely (preferred)
Proactive and results oriented with strong sense of accountability and ownership (preferred)
Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently (preferred)
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work cross functionally (preferred)
Ability to present data and recommendations to distributors and customers (preferred)
Analytical mindset with experience interpreting sales data and market trends (preferred)
Formal sales training (preferred)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Proficiency in CRM software and other sales productivity tools
Willingness to travel at least 70% of time
Ability to drive long distances
Ability to lift and move product displays weighing up to 75 lbs
Ability to disassemble boilers with tools to determine cause of defects, failures
High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or related field preferred