Territory Sales Representative

• Sell and consult on new products and programs to independent retail hardware stores. • Maintain an excellent working knowledge of our manufacturers’ programs and products. • Work with retail store management to implement new or updated manufacturer programs, assisting with merchandising needs. • Establish and manage relationships with retail customers. • Strong focus on planning, organization, and reporting. • Manage customer information, create action reports, submit orders and customer requests in company exclusive sales app system. • Attend trade shows (up to 8 per year), normally over weekend.

7/12/2024

Joliet

Full-time

Corporate Field

For over 40 years, Creeden has been one of the leading sales & marketing firms in the Home Improvement Industry proudly representing some of the most powerful brands with the world’s largest retail, industrial and e-commerce customers.  Creeden provides exceptional value in all sales & marketing activities to grow our manufacturer & retail partner’s business through field sales, trade show support, headquarter programs and relationship management.

Location: Joliet, IL (within 50 miles)

Job Title: Territory Sales Representative

Duties & Responsibilities

• Sell and consult on new products and programs to independent retail hardware stores.
• Maintain an excellent working knowledge of our manufacturers’ programs and products.
• Work with retail store management to implement new or updated manufacturer programs, assisting with merchandising needs.
• Establish and manage relationships with retail customers.
• Strong focus on planning, organization, and reporting.
• Manage customer information, create action reports, submit orders and customer requests in company exclusive sales app system.
• Attend trade shows (up to 8 per year), normally over weekend.

Required Competencies

• Customer Focused – Our number one goal is to serve our customers.  Providing outstanding service to internal and external customers is a daily process and goal.
• Work Ethic & Integrity – We represent a culture of hard work and ethical business principles. We look for individuals with a high level of personal integrity.

• Problem Solving - Excellent problem-solving skills and resourceful thinking is a must when serving our customers. We want engaged, thoughtful and conscientious employees with the ability to make decisions to solve the customers’ needs.
• Continuous Improvement – Core to our business belief is the understanding that things can always be improved. Openness to changing oneself and personal improvement is expected.
• Product Knowledge - Develops and maintains vast knowledge of the products and services being offered.
• Communication – Strong written and verbal communication.
• Professionalism We expect our associates to project a high level of professionalism and business etiquette including a professional appearance and communication style.
• MS Office – Must be proficient in MS Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to Travel – Overnight travel is expected to support sales efforts, trade shows, industry events and field resets (~50%). 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree (Preferred)
• 5 Years Equivalent Work Experience
• Acceptable Driving Record

Benefits

Creeden offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Floating Holidays
• Volunteer Hours
• Sick Time
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (HSA & FSA Options)
• Life & Disability Insurance
• 401k Plan with Company Match
• Flexible Work Hours
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Employee Assistance Program
• Competitive Salary plus Bonus Opportunity
• Company Car & Gas Card
• Company Cell Phone & Tablet