Junior Sales Representative - Chemical Industries

An international manufacturer of pigments and adhesives for use in a wide array of industries is looking for a motivated Junior Sales Representative to join their team in the Schaumburg, IL area. The ideal candidate will have an outgoing, sales-focused mindset and 1-3 years’ prior experience in sales, preferably in print or manufacturing industries. This is a direct-hire position that offers a competitive base salary, commission, and an outstanding benefits package including health, dental, vision, and 401(k) matching. Outside Sales Representative Responsibilities: Identify opportunities for new business development and establish relationships with potential customers Interface with customers and clients regarding product issues, quality assurance, questions, etc. Collaborate with sales teams and clients on matters of market analysis, product planning, and expected demand Regional travel to customer sites as needed (up to 75%) Create price quotations and negotiate prices and costs with customers; secure product orders and follow up on tracking and delivery Data entry of order and customer information Other duties as assigned Outside Sales Representative Qualifications: Bachelor Degree preferred; minimum of an Associate’s degree or other combination of education and relevant experience Ability to travel up to 75%, regionally Excellent communication and collaboration skills both written and verbal Ability to work well in a fast-paced, multicultural environment Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite—Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, etc. This position is in an office work environment. While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, lift up to 20 pounds, lift in excess of 20 pounds with a lift assist, climb stairs, use hands to handle or feel parts/equipment, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist, talk and hear. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions/Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you’re a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success. We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates. We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.