Associate Sales Representative, Columbus, OHIntertek, a Nationally Recognized Testing Lab (NRTL) and trusted provider of quality and safety solutions to many of the world's leading brands and companies and governments is searching for an Associate Sales Representative to join our Electrical team in our Columbus, OH office. Want to build something great with an incredible group of people? This is a fantastic opportunity to start or grow a versatile sales career in facilitating international trade and regulatory product testing on the Electrical Sales Team! By joining Intertek, your contributions will be valued as we continue to help the world Build Back Ever Better.Intertek's Electrical team provides assurance, testing, inspection, and certification for a variety of electric products, including appliances, consumer electronics, lighting, medical devices, information communications technology, HVACR, industrial, and energy transmission and distribution. Our dedicated professionals help ensure the quality, safety, and sustainability of electrical products used by people throughout the world.What are we looking for?The Associate Sales Representative position is responsible for identifying and developing new accounts leveraging Intertek’s Assurance, Testing, Inspection and Certification (ATIC) solutions. We are seeking someone with the ability to work in fast-paced, multi-tasking environment with shifting priorities and demanding deadlines. The Associate Sales Representative must be detail-oriented and able to effectively prioritize and organize workload, with efficient time management.Salary & Benefits InformationWhen working with Intertek, our Sales Representatives are offered a base salary plus monthly incentive eligibility based on sales goals. Individual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related reasons. In addition to competitive compensation packages, Intertek employees are eligible for a variety of benefits including paid holidays. When working with Intertek, you can expect a benefit package competitively placed within the local market, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, 401(k) with company match, generous vacation / sick time (PTO), tuition reimbursement and more. What you’ll do:
Manage designated accounts, including client meetings.
Manage inquiries, leads, and opportunities.
Process and manage transactional quotes and orders in an efficient and effective manner.
Provide prompt and accurate responses to quotation requests, leads and inquiries.
Follow up on proposals and close business.
Research and resolve account problems. Work closely with customers and operations to facilitate a superior customer experience.
May perform client research, prospecting and networking.
May provide marketing support for webinars, lunch and learns, open houses, technical seminars, etc.
May prepare sales reports and forecasts.
Enter sales activities into iConnect (CRM).
May include limited travel, up to 25%
Perform other work as required.
This position outline is a general guideline and does not represent all encompassing details. The position assumes that the incumbent has both the mental and physical requirements to carry out the above defined duties. Minimum Requirements & Qualifications:
HS Diploma or GED and prior relevant experience, or the equivalent in terms of education; experience and/or training.
MS Office proficiency, including Word, Excel and Outlook.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Must possess the fundamental technical and administrative skills required to perform the job duties.
Must be customer-focused and quality-driven.
Ability to communicate and interact effectively in verbal written and presentation formats.
Ability to travel as business needs dictate up to 25%.
Valid unrestricted driver’s license and reliable driving record is required.
Preferred Requirements & Qualifications:
Experience in a service environment.
B2B sales experience.
Experience with CRM tools (MS Dynamics / SalesForce / other)
Intertek Total Quality AssuredIntertek is a world leader in the Quality Assurance market, with a proven, high-quality business model and a global network of customer-focused operations and highly engaged subject matter experts. With passion, pace, and precision we work to exceed our customers’ expectations, while engaging with our employees to be 10X in their performance and professional growth.Intertek is a drug-free workplace. For certain safety-sensitive roles, a pre-employment drug screen will be required. Based on local law and legislation, marijuana may be included in that screening.We Value DiversityIntertek’s network of phenomenal people are our greatest assets, and the diversity they bring fuels our success. Intertek is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, or who need assistance applying, please email hr.eeo@intertek.com or call 1-877-694-8543 (option #5) to speak with a member of the HR Department.#LI-AR1Intertek does not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies and will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.