LUBRICANT / FUEL SALES PROFESSIONAL - KALAMAZOO, MI

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Merle Boes, Inc. (MBI) is a family-owned company in the petroleum and convenience store industry. MBI is focused on being involved in our communities and providing excellent customer service.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Bring in new revenue through new and existing clients
• Maintain good customer rapport with effective consistent communication
• Identify potential customers, their needs and pain points with their current suppliers
• Prompt, effective, professional communication with customers and potential clients
• Present services, prepare proposals, price negotiations, prepare contractual documents and close the sale with clients
• Maintain detailed knowledge of MBI’s products and services
• Track and monitor work and provide updates to sales manager

QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)

• Portray a positive attitude and great work habits at all times
• Self-motivated; driven, dependable, presentable and punctual
• Results and detail-oriented with the ability to function independently, yet work as a team member
• Ability to establish and meet deadlines and quickly identify clear priorities
• Excellent communication, relationship building and presentation skills
• Credible, articulate, and confident
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, change-oriented and rewarding work environment
• Possess vehicle insurance and a valid State Driver’s License in good standing
• Must be sensitive to the customers’ needs and requirements

PREFFERED EXPERIENCE

• 3 years sales experience in the petroleum / lubricant industry or 5 years related experience in sales