Outside Sales Account Manager - Industrial Fluid Conveyance Supply

We are currently seeking an Account Manager for a sales territory in Southern Louisiana and surrounding areas. Working as a fulltime outside sales account manager you will be responsible for the day-to-day sales activities of ongoing business development and customer prospecting. This position will support a well-established sales territory.

This role will cover a sales territory from Morgan City to New Orleans (Hwy 90 Corridor) and needs to be home based in that vicinity. The sales focus is Upstream O&G with some diversification.

Essential Functions

• Be highly motivated, self directed and customer service oriented.
• Demonstrate strong organization, planning and prioritizing skills.
• Consultatively sell company services to current and potential clients (B2B).
• Prepare action plans and schedules to identify specific targets.
• Follow up and develop new leads and referrals resulting from field activity.
• Prepare presentations, proposals for current and potential customers.
• Develop and maintain sales materials and current product knowledge.
• Establish and maintain current client and potential client relationships.
• Manage account services through quality checks and other follow-up.
• Identify and resolve client concerns.
• Prepare a variety of status reports, including activity, closings, and follow-up.
• Work effectively with Inside Sales staff.
• Participate in marketing events such as seminars and trade shows.
• Follow-up for collection of payment.
• Coordinate shipping schedules and delivery of merchandise and services.

Experience, Education and Skills

• HS Diploma or GED; Associates or Bachelors degree in related field is preferred
• 2+ years of outside sales experience within the industrial hose and gasket industry
• Experience with value-add sales is preferred
• Must be able to successfully function in a fast-paced high-volume sales environment
• Proficient computer skills including MS Outlook, MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and ability to learn and use a CRM system.
• Valid driver's license is required
• Some overnight travel may be required

GHX Offers

• Industry competitive compensation plan
• Medical / Dental/ Vision / 401(k)
• Paid Vacation and Holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing development opportunities