About this position
Description:
We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Outside Sales Project Manager to join our team in our greater Kansas City metro area. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead client engagement, manage sales projects, and drive business growth through strategic outside sales efforts. If you are passionate about building relationships, managing projects, and delivering exceptional service, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities:
Sales Administration:
- Coordinate with sales, purchasing, operations, and management to fulfill customer expectations while driving towards sales growth.
- Manage sales project to ensure timely, successful delivery.
- Build client relationships and present tailored solutions.
- Negotiate contracts and pricing to drive profitability.
- Organize, manage, and ensure accessibility of sales documentation for team use.
- Drive product promotion through strategic and innovative marketing initiatives.
Customer Relationship Management:
- Accurately enter and maintain customer data within internal systems to ensure data integrity.
- Document and track customer interactions, conducting timely follow-ups to support relationship development.
- Maintain consistent system accuracy through regular updates and data validation.
Communication and Coordination:
- Maintain effective communication with internal departments to ensure a streamlined sales process and prompt product delivery.
- Develop strong customer relationships, acting as a liaison for communication.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for inquiries and requests from customers.
- Collaborate with leadership and teammates to align objectives.
Operational/Logistics Support:
- Oversee inventory management, ensuring appropriate stock levels, accurate labeling, and timely order processing.
- Coordinate with branch associates to facilitate accurate and punctual customer deliveries.
- Manage interbranch transfers and intercompany orders efficiently.
- Organize product demonstrations to enhance our customer engagement.
Other Duties:
- Participate in mandatory training programs and stay informed of product knowledge and industry best practices.
- Deliver exceptional customer service consistently.
- Assist team with special projects and tasks as required.
- Identify areas for process improvement to streamline and enhance branch operations.
- Proven experience in outside sales, business development, or account management
- Strong project management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple initiatives simultaneously
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with clients and internal teams
- Self-motivated with a proactive approach to identifying opportunities and solving problems
- Knowledge of industry-specific products, services, or markets is preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field is preferred
- Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as needed