• 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.
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: Chicago, 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%).
Education/Experience
A bachelor’s degree is preferred; however, we will consider candidates with 5 years of equivalent work experience.
Benefits
Creeden & Associates offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including: 2 weeks paid vacation, life insurance, disability insurance, medical and dental insurance, and 401K retirement plan.