[Hiring] Chemical Sales Representative @MARK VII EQUIPMENT INC

Role Description

Join Mark VII Equipment Inc. (WashTec Group), North America's leading car wash system manufacturer, as a remote Chemical Sales Representative. This pivotal role drives revenue growth by managing the full sales cycle:

  • Act as the primary point of contact, expert, and customer advocate for both existing and new accounts, both internally and externally.
  • Build, maintain, and strengthen relationships with new and existing customers.
  • Continuously engage in cold calling to generate new business opportunities.
  • Collaborate with the team to develop proposals that align with the company and client goals and objectives.
  • Present new products and services to enhance existing customer relationships.
  • Share best practices to help grow customer businesses, build trust, and strengthen relationships.
  • Ensure smooth and timely customer onboarding and submit finalized contracts to the accounting department.
  • Address and resolve issues or billing inquiries with Mark VII Chemical and customer support teams.
  • Develop and maintain a knowledge base of relevant information on chemical products, market trends, and competition to share with accounts.
  • Maintain deep expertise in the car wash chemical industry.

Qualifications

  • 2+ years’ experience with chemical applications and various chemical products.
  • Experience cold calling, prospecting, and closing sales.
  • Understanding of the chemical industry, including key players, market trends, and regulatory environments.
  • Strong understanding of chemical usage and cost per application.
  • Mechanical aptitude and deep understanding of chemical delivery systems and installation.
  • Strong knowledge of business plans, budgeting, and developing strategies for market penetration.
  • Established relationships in the convenience store and retail petroleum marketplace.
  • Understanding of financial reports, including contribution margins, profit and loss statements, budgeting, and return on investment calculations.
  • Must be a self-motivated individual who is entrepreneurial in nature and can work in an autonomous work environment.
  • Critical thinker and problem solver.
  • Basic understanding of pricing and margin concepts.
  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) are a must.
  • Ability to read and comprehend documents.
  • Proficient in MS Office products (Excel, Word, MS Outlook, MS PowerPoint).
  • Salesforce experience.

Requirements

  • Ability to perform work in a sedentary position for extended periods, with frequent use of a computer, keyboard, and mouse.
  • The role requires close visual acuity to perform activities such as analyzing data, creating designs, and viewing a computer terminal.
  • Clear and effective verbal communication skills are essential for collaborating with team members and external stakeholders.
  • The ability to occasionally lift and move up to 50 lbs. of equipment or documents.

Benefits

  • Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus 24/7 virtual care and mental health support via Teladoc. Includes tax-advantaged HSA and FSA savings options.
  • Financial Security: Company-paid Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and $25,000 in Life/AD&D insurance at no cost to you.
  • Retirement: 401(k) plan with company matching to help you build long-term wealth.
  • Time Off: Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO), paid sick leave, and paid company holidays to support a healthy work-life balance.
  • Supplemental Plans: Voluntary accident and critical illness insurance.
  • Growth & Innovation: Professional development opportunities and the chance to work with industry-leading technology in a team-oriented environment.
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