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Field Sales Representative

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About Vintti

At Vintti, we understand the importance of real-time collaboration in today's fast-paced business environment. Our staffing solutions focus on connecting US companies with Latin American talent operating in compatible time zones. This strategic approach ensures that businesses can engage with their team members during regular office hours, facilitating immediate communication, swift problem-solving, and seamless project coordination.

Description

A Field Sales Representative plays a vital role in driving a company's sales efforts by directly interfacing with clients and prospects in the field. This position entails identifying potential customers, generating leads, and meeting with clients to present products or services. A Field Sales Representative is responsible for building and maintaining strong customer relationships, understanding client needs, and providing tailored solutions to meet those needs. They must be adept at negotiating deals, closing sales, and providing after-sales support to ensure customer satisfaction. Overall, this dynamic role requires excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to achieve sales targets.

Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field
- Proven work experience as a Field Sales Representative or similar sales role
- Strong sales and negotiation skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to build and maintain professional relationships
- Familiarity with CRM software and sales reporting tools
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively
- Knowledge of the company’s products and services
- Flexibility to travel within assigned territory
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Ability to understand and analyze sales performance metrics
- Self-motivated with a results-driven approach
- Resilient and able to handle rejection and obstacles

Responsabilities

- Present and sell company products and services to current and potential customers in the assigned territory
- Schedule and conduct face-to-face meetings with clients to establish and maintain strong relationships
- Demonstrate product features and benefits effectively to clients
- Follow up on leads from marketing campaigns and other sources
- Prepare and present proposals and quotes tailored to customer needs
- Negotiate pricing, terms of sale, and contracts with customers
- Close sales and ensure all documentation is properly completed
- Monitor and report sales performance and market trends
- Participate in training sessions to enhance product knowledge and sales techniques
- Collaborate with the marketing team on promotional strategies and activities
- Handle customer inquiries and resolve complaints promptly and professionally
- Generate and submit detailed daily, weekly, and monthly sales reports
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer records and sales activities in CRM software
- Plan and optimize sales routes for maximum efficiency and sales target achievement
- Conduct market research to identify potential new business opportunities

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate for the Field Sales Representative role is a highly motivated and results-oriented professional with a Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field and proven work experience in field sales or a similar role. They possess exceptional sales and negotiation skills, coupled with the ability to build and maintain robust relationships with clients. With excellent communication and interpersonal capabilities, they effectively convey product features and benefits to clients, ensuring a thorough understanding. Proficiency in CRM software, sales reporting tools, and the Microsoft Office Suite is essential, alongside strong organizational and time management skills, enabling them to efficiently manage their time and sales routes. The candidate should be independent, flexible to travel within the assigned territory, and hold a valid driver's license with reliable transportation. With a positive attitude and tenacious spirit, they thrive in fast-paced environments, show resilience in handling rejection, and demonstrate strong problem-solving skills. A detail-oriented and reliable team player, the ideal candidate is passionate about sales and customer service, adaptable to changing situations, and possesses a proactive, goal-oriented mindset. Their enthusiastic, energetic approach, combined with strong analytical and decision-making abilities, ensures they excel under pressure while continuously seeking opportunities to learn and improve.

On a typical day, you will...

- Visit potential and existing customers in assigned territory to present company products and services
- Conduct face-to-face meetings to build and maintain relationships with clients
- Demonstrate and explain product features to highlight their benefits
- Follow up on leads generated through marketing initiatives
- Prepare proposals and quotes for potential customers
- Negotiate prices and terms of sale with customers
- Close sales orders and ensure proper documentation
- Track and report on sales performance and market trends
- Attend training sessions and team meetings to stay updated on product knowledge and sales strategies
- Collaborate with the marketing team to develop promotional strategies
- Resolve customer inquiries and complaints in a timely and professional manner
- Prepare and submit daily/weekly/monthly sales reports
- Utilize CRM software to maintain accurate customer records and sales activities
- Manage and optimize sales routes to maximize efficiency and meet sales targets
- Conduct market research to identify new business opportunities

What we are looking for

- Enthusiastic and energetic approach
- Strong work ethic and self-motivation
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- Highly adaptable and flexible
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Strong attention to detail
- Confident and persuasive demeanor
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
- Strong team player with a collaborative mindset
- Goal-oriented with a proactive attitude
- Passionate about sales and customer service
- Strong analytical abilities
- Excellent decision-making skills
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Eagerness to learn and improve
- Positive attitude with a tenacious spirit

What you can expect (benefits)

- Competitive salary range based on experience
- Commission-based incentives and performance bonuses
- Comprehensive health insurance plans (medical, dental, vision)
- Retirement savings plan with company match
- Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and holidays)
- Flexible working hours and remote work options
- Company-provided vehicle or mileage reimbursement
- Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
- Access to ongoing training and development programs
- Employee assistance program (EAP) for personal and professional support
- Travel expense coverage
- Laptop and mobile phone provided
- Subscription to industry-related magazines and journals
- Participation in company events, team-building activities, and social gatherings
- Discounted rates on company products and services
- Health and wellness programs
- Mentorship programs and access to leadership development resources
- Recognition and rewards programs for outstanding performance

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