American Solutions for Business (ASB) Sales Consultant at A&B Business Inc – Sioux Falls, South Dakota

A&B Business Solutions has a track record of outstanding employee appreciation with an average employee tenure of over 8 years! We pride ourselves on being manufacture certified while helping to develop strong communities and servicing businesses. We don’t take ourselves too seriously so we can enjoy the journey. Our code of honor is to always tell the truth, train harder than anyone, and to hold ourselves and each other accountable. We impact our community with paid volunteer hours and community involvement. We utilize the metaphor of an eagle, as an eagle is a fighter that protects its family and soars higher and higher to see the full vision.

One of our big focus points is our culture. We have sponsored events and activities throughout the community, catered, celebration lunches, bonus opportunities, departmental retreats, anniversary and birthday recognition. We offer flexibility and paid time off to allow our team a work/life balance. Training and continued development are part of the job at A&B. Come join our team with a great environment of being family owned.

The role of the Sales Associate will be focused on building strong relationships with new and existing customers to demonstrate that A&B can offer the best solutions for every business need.

Major Goals and Responsibilities:

The following job responsibilities are intended to reflect the major responsibilities of the job, but do not describe the minor duties or other responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. Incumbent will be required to satisfactorily perform all essential functions of the job.

• Directly responsible for developing new and existing customers
• Provide recommendations to current and new clients regarding services A&B can provide
• Produce sufficient sales to meet and exceed company and location production standards
• Conduct customer business reviews and make equitable decisions for the customer and the company
• Solicit, coordinate, schedule, and participate in community events
• Develop effective business plan for assigned geographic territory
• Track activity and manage time, utilize CRM
• Be able to work as an independent self-starter creating new business opportunities
• Create the ideal customer experience with each customer interaction
• Maintain a positive relationship with our American Solutions for Business (ASB) support team
• Stay up to date on the current trends in the promotional and print markets.
• Build relationships with preferred vendors including attending their showcases throughout the year
• Understand the capabilities of the American Solutions for Business (ASB) ecommerce (ACES) platform
• Perform other duties as assigned by sales management
• Participate as a “team player” by providing constant support to others and be able to work as an independent self-starter creating new business opportunities.

skills/abilities:

The ideal candidate will possess the preferred skills, but are not limited to the following:

• Strict attention to detail, organization and professionalism
• Actively seeks solutions to problems before being asked or directed
• Willingness to learn about corporate work and technology
• Maintains effectiveness in the face of disappointment and rejection
• Expresses ideas effectively in individual and group situations
• Personable, customer-centric, honest and trustworthy
• Excellent time management skills: ability to meet deadlines
• Self-motivated, energetic and hardworking
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills
• Professional verbal communication and presentation skills
• Ability to stay organized and handle multiple projects at the same time

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

The ideal candidate will possess the necessary qualifications, but are not limited to the following:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Sales and/or customer service background

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off
• Health Benefits
• Vision & Dental Benefits
• Bonus opportunities
• Paid Holidays
• 401k Retirement Program with partial matching
• Community Involvement and paid Volunteer Time Off (40 hours per year!)
• Opportunities for advancement
• Comprehensive training
• Several free catered lunches each year

A&B Business is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.