About this position
At Take Ten Tire & Service, our customers trust us with their vehicles because of our commitment to high-quality service and efficiency. Take Ten Tire and Service is seeking an experienced commercial tire sales representative for its Fort Smith, AR location. The position offers earnings potential of over $100,000, a solid business base, and strong growth opportunities.
The Outside Sales position is the lead for commercial field sales and, as such, continually serves existing clients and strives to secure new clients or expanded contracts. As a part of this role, the Outside Sales position is responsible for regularly reporting sales calls, trends, and directions, and communicating them to the store manager. The Outside Salesperson must maintain current knowledge of industry products, as well as of improvements and promotions.
Essential Functions
- Make sales presentations to trucking, commercial, wholesale, and other accounts as required.
- Conduct cold calls and develop new accounts.
- Keep records and customer history to maximize sales of our products and services.
- Regular sales calls, delivery, and pickup of products as necessary
- Gather information and make judgments necessary to facilitate payment for products and services delivered.
- Properly complete all invoicing/crediting as required for business transactions.
- Collection of both timely and past-due payments from customer accounts.
- Set up and charge customer credit accounts in accordance with company policy.
- Provide technical assistance to customers as necessary.
- Stay informed and advise management of customer trends and competitive activity.
- Prepare regular reports to advise management on sales, product trends, and metrics.
- Provide superior customer service at all times.
- Make yourself available for and complete all required and additional training the Company offers.
- Perform other duties as required by management.
- At all times, adhere to company policies and legal regulations when conducting business.
- Make yourself available for and complete all required and additional training the Company offers.
- Must have a high school diploma or GED.
- Must have a valid driver's license with an insurable history and the ability to pull a trailer as needed.
- Experience of at least 3 years and proven knowledge of all types of tires, primarily heavy-duty commercial tires.
- Prior sales experience and strong connections in the tire industry are a plus.
Work Environment & Physical Demands
· Automotive repair shop environment
· Regular standing, walking, bending, and lifting
· Ability to lift up to 50lbs
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive pay commensurate with experience
- Comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Supplemental Insurance
- Paid time off and holidays
- 401 (k) with company matching up to 4%
Salary Information