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Outside Sales Representative

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Ferguson

Ferguson

10,001+ employees

Industrial & Manufacturing
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$75k - $125kAnnually

+ Commission

Junior, Mid

Elmhurst, IL, USA

Field-based sales role supporting customers in the Chicago area.

Category
Field Sales
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Sales
Salesforce
Requirements
  • A minimum of 2 years industry related sales experience is preferred
  • A successful associate will be results oriented, self-motivated, able to complete tasks in a timely manner, build relationships and enjoy a team environment
  • Excellent communication, time management and organizational skills
  • Problem solving, leadership and listening skills
  • General digital literacy
  • Self-Motivator, ability to multi-task and learn quickly
Responsibilities
  • Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and an assigned customer base, while working with other branch associates to ensure happiness with our products and services, from the order to the delivery and beyond.
  • Identifies and actively pursues new business opportunities to expand the current customer base by working with management in developing sales strategies and new account targeting.
  • Perform various duties including product quotation and problem resolution.
  • Analyzes competition in territory, devise sales strategy, and communicate sales strategy to management.
  • Continually improve sales skills and product knowledge to promote a professional image in the field.
  • Documents all sales activity performed in our internal Customer Relationship Management tool (Salesforce) for ongoing evaluation of the new business pipeline and measurement of sales closure results.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Newport News, Virginia

Founded

N/A

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Ferguson's financial maneuvers, like the $750 million notes offering, provide the company with increased corporate flexibility and potential for expansion.
  • The recent acquisitions bring in talented associates and broaden Ferguson's operational capabilities, potentially leading to enhanced market presence.
  • Investments from various financial entities, such as International Assets Investment Management LLC, indicate strong market confidence in Ferguson's growth potential.

What critics are saying

  • Ferguson's aggressive acquisition strategy may lead to integration challenges and potential cultural clashes within the newly acquired companies.
  • The company's increased debt from the $750 million notes offering could pose financial risks if not managed properly.

What makes Ferguson unique

  • Ferguson's strategic acquisitions, such as Gerster Equipment Co. and United Water Works, enhance its geographic reach and capabilities, setting it apart from competitors.
  • The company's ability to raise $750 million through senior unsecured notes demonstrates strong financial flexibility and investor confidence.
  • Ferguson's consistent acquisition strategy, with ten acquisitions in the last fiscal year, highlights its aggressive growth approach in the market.

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