Logo
Kao Corporation

Technical Sales Representative (Commercial Laundry)

Kao Corporation, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

Save Job

Technical Sales Representative (Commercial Laundry) Washing Systems, LLC (WSI), now part of the Kao family of companies, seeks a highly motivated Technical Sales Representative (TSR) to join our thriving team. WSI is the largest supplier of commercial laundry detergents in North America, and we provide high quality commercial laundry and chemical products to both uniform and linen rental companies. Working remotely and on client sites within your assigned territory, the TSR is responsible for providing technical solutions for plant operations, identifying and executing sales opportunities through data analysis, and developing long-term working relationships with all levels of management in your customer base. The right candidate has strong technical or mechanical acumen, with prior field service experience, excellent technological skills, people skills, detailed problem solving, and troubleshooting abilities.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS

Promoting and selling the full product line to all existing customers.

Developing a key sales prospect list, establishing relationships, and selling to new customers.

Maintaining appropriate sales coverage in your territory.

Delivering and maintaining appropriate levels of service, maintenance, and communications for 6 – 10 accounts within your area.

Installing and programming WSI chemical dosing equipment to interface with the customer's washing equipment.

Leading the planning and execution of new installations and/or conversions in your territory.

Maintaining all company provided equipment in proper working condition.

Operating within the assigned expense budget.

Collection of past due accounts receivable, where applicable.

Eliminating rush orders of products.

Submitting all reports in a timely manner.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree from four-year College/University in Business, Engineering, Mechanical, or related field and 1-2 years’ industry related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Military background a plus.

Excellent analytical, organizational, and technical/mechanical skills.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel, Internet and Order processing software.

Ability to act quickly, accurately and handle a fast-paced work environment.

Good communication skills, written and verbal.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Specific vision abilities required include close vision and ability to adjust focus.

Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle, or feel, and talk or hear.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

At least 50% of time will be traveling to and from customers/plants.

The plant environment may include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme heat (non-weather related), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals.

Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud when in the production area.

We are not including external job postings or unrelated roles in this refined description. If you are seeking to apply, please submit your application for the Technical Sales Representative (Commercial Laundry) position in the appropriate location.

#J-18808-Ljbffr