Sales Assistant

Company: Gallagher Uniform
Location: Battle Creek
Posted on: February 21, 2021

Job Description:

Company DescriptionEstablished in 1893, Gallagher Uniform is a local, family owned company providing innovative Uniform Programs and related services to customers throughout Southwest Michigan, Southeast Michigan and Northern Indiana. Services include the rental, cleaning and sale of industrial work uniforms, career apparel, towels, mats, mops, and facility services. Gallagher Uniform is an industry leader in customer retention and is one of the most trusted and respected uniform rental companies serving Southwest Michigan and Northern Indiana. To learn more about our company, please visit www.gallagheruniform.com. Job DescriptionThe Sales Trainee is a full-time position. Focus areas will include direct experience in sales prospecting, learning customer service integration with sales, Sandler Selling System, Microsoft Dynamics CRM, SharePoint, SofTrak, and more. Learn and develop key skills with the support of Management so you are confident in identifying business opportunities, finding possible prospects, researching, and analyzing sales options.Roles & Responsibilities* Perform sales cold calls and phone calls to prospective customers in open territories.* Demonstrate high levels of integrity and honesty at all times, establishing a culture of both personal and organizational trust.* Learn & Utilize Microsoft Dynamics CRM, Sandler Selling, SofTrak, & SharePoint.* Attend weekly sales meetings for training, planning, and phone blocks.* Prepare presentations, overviews, and Service Agreements for potential customers.* Attend weekly new account start-up meetings and assist with the customer start-up process.* Support the sales team including ride -alongs and territory coverage as needed* Other duties as requested by the Sales Manager in accordance with the scope and responsibilities of the role and department.Qualifications* College degree preferred with a focus in Sales, Marketing or a related field.* Positive/Winning attitude* Sales experience preferred* Energy and a "hunter" mentality* Willing and able to travel daily within the Gallagher Uniform service territory.* Organized with strong written and verbal communication skills.* Computer-literate and capable in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook).* Resilience and the ability to cope with rejection.* Clean driving record.* Non-Tobacco user.Additional InformationTo The Qualified Candidate We Offer* Guaranteed base of $37,000-$40,000 (based on experience)* Commission opportunities* Company laptop and cell phone with database management software* Paid vacations and holidays* Competitive health insurance* Profit sharing * Excellent training and support* Potential for career advancement into Sales Professional with an anticipated first year earnings of $55-60,000 minimumGallagher Uniform is an Equal Opportunity Employer.No direct calls or emails, please.

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