Columbia Area Sales Representative

Carved In Stone Columbia, MO Full-time Sales

Posted on March 3, 2023

Carved In Stone is an industry leader in the business of stone fabrication and installation. We are direct importers of granite and marble with a full fabrication facility in Jefferson City, Missouri. Carved In Stone offers their clients unsurpassed product selection, and superior service, always.

Carved In Stone currently has an opening for a Countertop Installer in Jefferson City, Missouri.

Qualifications

Sales experience (Required)
Outside B2B sales
Related industry (natural stone, slab, or hard flooring): 1 year (Required)
Experience in stone and granite is a plus
Self motivated to seek new clients and build relationships
Proved track record in previous positions
Strong work ethic
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Professional demeanor in person
Valid Driver’s License

Responsibilities:

Develop new relationships within custom kitchen and bath design studio market, as well as the custom home builder market.
Pioneer business development effort in Columbia, MO market - bring existing partnerships and develop new business with Design Studios/Showrooms and local Cabinet shops.
Work with ownership to maintain relationships with current custom home builder clients, expand to new home builders
Bring product/industry expertise and knowledge to new potential clients
Assist customers by providing knowledge and training company products to their store personnel, to ensure personnel is able to present product and negotiate well with consumers
Understand our products, our market competition and how to position products to overcome these factors
Manage displays, samples, and selling tools for customer availability.
Understand retail business financials to consult with dealers on retail pricing, advertising, promotions and ROI.
Quote prices, discuss and prepare sales contracts for customer orders
Estimate date of delivery to customer, based on knowledge of company’s delivery schedules.
Utilize any and all marketing tools such as catalogs, brochures and vendor collateral to broaden reach in territory and promote company product
Research and analyze customer needs and demands based on market information
Investigate and resolve customer claims/problems with deliveries, returns and credits
Develop relationships with current customers and potential customers within specific territory

Competitive Wages

Benefits include: Health Insurance, Dental and Vision Insurance, Retirement Benefits and paid time off.

Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm

Saturday Shifts twice monthly from 9am-Noon