Full-Time

Outside Sales Representative

WESCO International

WESCO International

5,001-10,000 employees

Global B2B distribution and logistics

Compensation Overview

$66.5k - $86.4k/yr

+ Commission

Suwanee, GA, USA

In Person

Travel 50-75% of the time; occasional overnight travel.

Bachelor's

Category
Sales & Account Management (1)
Required Skills
Sales
Cold Calling

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Requirements
  • Valid Driver’s License, with a satisfactory driving record required
  • High School Degree or Equivalent required; Bachelor’s Degree is preferred
  • Prior sales experience required, outside sales preferred
  • Ability to travel to current and potential clients and suppliers
  • Ability to work flexible schedule and occasional overnight travel
  • Excellent sales and negotiation skills
  • Ability to develop and deliver presentations
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Effective communicator both written and verbally
  • Ability to work in team environment
  • Strong Microsoft Office Suite skills
Responsibilities
  • Assess customer needs and suggest products, services and/or solutions and ensure a smooth sales process
  • Executes and expands assigned customer account plan(s) which is developed in conjunction with management
  • Executes on billing margin initiatives through value added services, marketing programs, and supplier engagement
  • Prospects potential customers, including cold calling and developing leads through referral channels
  • Communicates with customers and leads to identify and understand their product or service needs; identifies and suggests products and services to meet those needs
  • Demonstrates the functions and utility of products or services to customers based on their needs
  • Ensures customer satisfaction through ongoing communication and relationship management; resolves any issues that may arise post-sale
  • Maintains communication with existing and previous customers, alerting them of new products, services, and enhancements that may be of interest
  • Utilizes sales management tools for sales planning, supplier planning and documenting opportunities
  • Develops and grows product knowledge through Wesco and supplier training
  • Develops strong relationships with suppliers, including performing regular joint sales calls
  • Provides quotations directly or in conjunction with sales support team
Desired Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree is preferred
  • Two years of industry experience preferred
  • Knowledge of advertising and sales promotion techniques (Preferred)
  • Ability to travel 50% - 75% of the time

Wesco International distributes electrical, industrial, and communications products to business customers and provides logistics and supply chain services. It operates through three business units: Electrical & Electronic Solutions, Communications & Security Solutions, and Utility & Broadband Solutions. With about 800 branches and offices in around 50 countries, Wesco combines thousands of manufacturer parts with warehousing and distribution to support procurement and logistics for customers like contractors, data centers, security firms, and government agencies. Its goal is to be a reliable, end-to-end partner for multinational and local customers by delivering broad product access and integrated supply chain solutions.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Founded

1922

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Q2 2026 sales rose 13% to $6.7 billion; guidance increased August 2026.
  • Backlog jumped about 60% year over year, backed by grid-services and data-center wins.
  • Newark Engineering closed July 1, 2026, strengthening Southeast Asia expansion and cross-selling.

What critics are saying

  • July 2026 ExfilSquad breach allegations triggered class-action probes over 2.6 million records.
  • Wesco’s February 2026 Eckart lawsuit exposes trade-secret leaks and restrictive-covenant disputes.
  • Data-center sales concentration now drives growth; a 2027 slowdown would crush momentum.

What makes WESCO International unique

  • Wesco’s July 2026 Newark acquisition adds data-center cooling lifecycle services.
  • Pro A/V Services and Portal.io deepen recurring workflow stickiness beyond distribution.
  • Q2 2026 record backlog and $1.5B data-center sales show execution across segments.

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Company News

Stockhouse
Aug 6th, 2026
Wesco's VOLT Business Resource Group partners with SAME STEM camps to inspire future Engineers and STEM leaders.

Wesco's VOLT Business Resource Group partners with SAME STEM camps to inspire future Engineers and STEM leaders. WCC | 2 hours ago PITTSBURGH, PA / ACCESS Newswire / August 6, 2026 / Wesco's Veterans Opportunity Liaison Team (VOLT) Business Resource Group, through sponsorship from Wesco Cares, partnered with the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) to support its STEM/Engineering & Construction Camps, helping introduce students to hands-on experiences in engineering, construction, leadership and problem solving. SAME's camps provide immersive STEM opportunities for students and serve more than 300 participants annually across multiple camp locations. As part of the partnership, the Wesco Safety team worked with Ansell to donate 330 pairs of safety glasses and gloves to help equip campers across five camps for hands-on activities that bring STEM learning to life. The contribution reflects Wesco's commitment to supporting education, workforce development and safe learning environments. The initiative was led by VOLT, a Wesco Business Resource Group, and sponsored through Wesco Cares, the company's global community engagement program. The partnership aligns with VOLT's mission to support veterans, military-connected communities and future generations of leaders through service and community engagement. "At Wesco, we believe in investing in the next generation of innovators and problem-solvers," said Don Snowden, Wesco Senior Vice President and General Manager, Communications Security Solutions and VOLT Executive Sponsor. "Through the support of Wesco Cares, this partnership with SAME allowed us to contribute both resources and expertise to a program that helps students explore STEM careers while developing leadership, teamwork and technical skills." SAME's STEM/Engineering & Construction Camps are designed to introduce high school students to engineering, science and construction careers through real-world challenges, mentorship opportunities and hands-on learning experiences. The camps bring together military leaders, industry professionals and students to foster curiosity, collaboration and career exploration. "Supporting STEM education is one of the most meaningful ways we can invest in the future," said Don. "We're proud to support VOLT's partnership with SAME and help create opportunities that inspire young people to pursue careers that will help build, connect, power and protect the world." By partnering with organizations like SAME, VOLT and Wesco Cares continue to demonstrate Wesco's commitment to strengthening communities, supporting military-connected organizations and helping develop the workforce of tomorrow. To learn more about Wesco in the community, visit Wesco.com. About Wesco Wesco International (NYSE:WCC) builds, connects, powers and protects the world. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Wesco is a FORTUNE 500(R) company with approximately $24 billion in annual sales in 2025 and a leading provider of business-to-business distribution, logistics services and supply chain solutions. Wesco offers a best-in-class product and services portfolio of Electrical and Electronic Solutions, Communications and Security Solutions, and Utility and Broadband Solutions. The Company employs approximately 21,000 people, partners with the industry's premier suppliers, and serves thousands of customers around the world. With millions of products, end-to-end supply chain services, and significant digital capabilities, Wesco provides innovative solutions to meet customer needs across commercial and industrial businesses, technology companies, telecommunications providers, and utilities. Wesco operates more than 700 sites, including distribution centers, fulfillment centers, and sales offices in approximately 50 countries, providing a local presence for customers and a global network to serve multi-location businesses and global corporations. About SAME Founded in 2016, the SAME Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to fostering engineering leadership for the nation. The Foundation supports STEM education, workforce development, and leadership programs that strengthen national resilience. Learn more at same.org/foundation. Contact Information:

rAVe [PUBS]
Aug 4th, 2026
Portal.io announces partnership with Wesco International.

Portal.io announces partnership with Wesco International. Portal.io officially announced that it has partnered with Wesco International (NYSE: WCC), a FORTUNE 500 company and a provider of communications and security distribution solutions. Portal.io said that the partnership brings its sales platform to professional security integrators across North America, giving Wesco dealers access to Portal's managed product catalog and sales tools, including the AI Proposal Builder. At Wesco, Ravepubs is committed to helping its customers grow by connecting them with the products, services, and solutions that make their businesses stronger," said Todd Stephan, senior director of sales at Wesco. "Security integrators deliver sophisticated technology solutions, and they need sales tools that reflect the professionalism of the work they do. Portal gives our customers a practical way to quote faster, manage pricing more accurately, and create a better experience for the customers they serve." The partnership brings Portal's managed product catalog as well as its proposal, invoicing and payment tools to Wesco's authorized dealer network. Wesco said it is expanding the support it provides beyond products and distribution, aiming to help dealers operate more efficiently, present themselves more professionally and build stronger businesses. "Wesco is a major player in security distribution, so this is a big deal for the dealers they support," said Kirk Chisholm, founder and CEO of Portal.io. "A lot of security integrators still have to build proposals the hard way, with tools that were never really built for how they sell. Portal gives them a faster, more professional way to quote jobs, manage pricing, and get paid."

Ahdout Wolfson
Aug 1st, 2026
WESCO International Data Breach - class action investigation.

WESCO International Data Breach - class action investigation. Ahdoot & Wolfson is investigating a possible class action lawsuit against WESCO International, following reports of a large data breach. Recently, there was an alleged cyberattack targeting WESCO International carried out by Exfilsquad. The alleged breach potentially exposed 2.6 million records. The incident has raised concerns about data security and prompted investigations into the impact on affected individuals. * Compromised Data Volume: 2.6 million records (40GB) * Impacted Information: sensitive customer and employee information * Potential Risks: Increased risk of identity theft, financial fraud, phishing attacks, and other misuse of personal information If you are or were a customer or employee of WESCO International, your personal information may have been compromised in this recent data breach. Please complete the form below, and one of its attorneys will contact you promptly to discuss your potential legal rights. WESCO Int'l Data Breach

Yahoo Finance
Jul 31st, 2026
WESCO beats Q2 estimates with $6.67B revenue on data center boom, raises outlook

WESCO reported second quarter results that exceeded analyst expectations, with revenue up 13% year-on-year to $6.67 billion and adjusted earnings per share of $4.57, beating estimates by 15.2%. The electrical supply company credited strong demand for data center solutions, which now account for over 20% of revenue and grew approximately 45% year-on-year. WESCO also secured a significant multiyear grid services contract with a major data center customer. The company posted record backlog for the third consecutive quarter, up 60% year-on-year. WESCO closed its acquisition of Singapore-based Newark Engineering, strengthening its cooling solutions capabilities in Southeast Asia. Management raised full-year guidance for sales, adjusted EBITDA, and earnings per share, citing accelerating demand across data center infrastructure, grid services, and infrastructure investments.

PR Newswire
Jul 30th, 2026
Wesco reports record Q2 sales of $6.7B, up 13% YOY driven by data center growth

Wesco International reported record second-quarter 2026 net sales of $6.7 billion, up 13% year-over-year and 10% sequentially. Organic sales grew 13% year-over-year, with data centre sales reaching $1.5 billion, up approximately 45%. The company achieved record adjusted diluted earnings per share of $4.57, up 35% year-over-year. Operating margin reached 5.7%, up 20 basis points, whilst adjusted EBITDA margin was 7.3%, up 60 basis points. Total company backlog hit a record level, up approximately 60% year-over-year. Operating cash flow was $54 million, with free cash flow of $32 million. Wesco is raising its 2026 outlook, reflecting strong first-half results and accelerating business momentum driven by infrastructure projects and data centre growth.