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Richelieu Hardware Ltd

Wood Coatings-Outside Sales Representative

Richelieu Hardware Ltd, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285

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Company Overview Richelieu is a leading North American distributor, importer, and manufacturer of specialty hardware and complementary products. Our products are targeted to an extensive customer base of kitchen and bathroom cabinet, storage and closet, home furnishing and office furniture manufacturers, door and window, residential and commercial woodworkers, and hardware retailers including renovation superstores. Richelieu offers customers a broad mix of high-end products sourced from manufacturers worldwide. With over 144,000 product offerings, 112 locations in North America, and a state-of-the-art field force that passionately serves over 110,000 customers, Richelieu continues to stand in the forefront of a dynamic and ever-changing industry.

Since 1968, Richelieu has understood the significance and impact of a strong set of Core Values. Richelieu stands behind these

Five Core Values

that serve as the guiding principles of everything we do: Customer Focus, Innovation, Performance, Respect/Integrity/Ethics, and Ownership.

Our Mission: to enable our customers to profitably grow their businesses through the design and creation of exceptional kitchens, closets, and storage spaces.

Our Opportunity We are currently seeking a

Wood Coatings / Finishing Sales Specialist

to take responsibility for growing our local sales region in

Colorado and New Mexico .

Must live in local sales territory.

Being a member of the Richelieu team means that you are part of something bigger than just yourself. As a growing and winning international organization that places emphasis on its people and culture, its career development opportunities, and the realization that healthy living is in part achieved by the proper balance of work and home, we are excited to be a company that our employees are passionate about!

Key Responsibilities The

Wood Coatings / Finishing Sales Specialist

is a

technical sales

position responsible for the overall relationship and management of day-to-day sales activities towards cabinet and furniture manufacturer accounts in his/her territory. You will successfully manage the sales of

Richelieu’s Finishing product solutions (stains, paints, coatings, thinners, solvents, adhesives, abrasives, and other accessories)

through structured consultative sales discussions, ultimately serving as a business advisor towards your customers. By positioning yourself as an indispensable resource, you will enable your customers to solve problems and increase business results. In turn, you will be building a thriving business of your own.

Work in tandem with Richelieu's Industrial Sales Representatives to schedule and hold face-to-face consultations with new and existing customers, learning about their business and how Richelieu Finishing product solutions can enhance their results

Maintain accountability for the growth of your provided territory, both through the development of existing relationships as well as the acquisition of new customers

Identify and analyze past buying patterns of current accounts, and brainstorm ways to become their stronger, more inclusive supplier

Provide a state of the art customer service experience, positioning yourself as their desired one-stop shop

Educate yourself on, and continuously stay up to date with, Richelieu’s Finishing product offerings, as well as ever-changing market conditions and competitive analysis

Hold responsibility for system information and reporting in CRM application

As this position requires regular automobile travel, you must have your own independent, reliable transportation. This position requires you to work "in the field," making in-person visits to customers three to four days per week

This position may involve lifting/pushing/carrying items up to 50 pounds, working around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals

What We Are Looking For

Technically-minded, preferably with a

background or experience in chemistry or science, and/or spray coatings

University degree – preferred in chemistry /science

Spray application finish background is a plus

Must have an understanding of (or ability to quickly gain expertise in) coatings and finishing with various products, applications, and methods

Passionate, proactive, coachable, strong work ethic

Ability to schedule and manage your own time, delivering on the activities that produce results

Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

Developed analytical, planning, organizing, and monitoring skills

Experience in Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software an asset

Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications; must be able to effectively use Excel, Word, Outlook for daily responsibilities and tasks

Compensation and Benefits

Total annual earnings (base pay + commission + bonus) potential for the first 1-2 years is estimated to be approximately $70,000-$105,000 (with no cap on commissions; total earnings will likely increase over time.)

Competitive market-based salary plus monthly, quarterly, and annual commissions

Monthly car allowance and covered fuel

Business expense reimbursement

Group insurance program (medical, dental, vision, life, disability, etc.)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer matching

401(K) with employer matching

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Paid vacation time, sick days, and holidays

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