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Henry A. Petter Supply Company
Outside Sales Representative
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What they do
An Outside Sales Representative represents and sells products or services on behalf of a company. Recruits new customers, presents information to demonstrate product value and persuade buyers, negotiates prices, confirms sales agreements, and works to meet company sales goals. Meets with customers directly, and travels to generate new sales and maintain contact with customers.
$101,768 / year median in Kentucky
-5% projected decline
Job Description
About Us Henry A. Petter Supply Company, founded in 1890, is now in its fifth generation of family ownership and is proud to be one of the region's most trusted industrial distributors. Headquartered in Paducah, KY, with nine branch locations across seven states, we supply marine, MRO, material handling, and industrial products backed by specialized services through our affiliate companies. Our tenured team and lasting customer relationships set us apart. Position Overview The Outside Sales Representative is responsible for growing revenue and profitability in the Owensboro, KY territory by supporting existing customers and actively developing new business. The Outside Sales Representative delivers fast, accurate, and customized solutions while executing strategies to meet revenue and profit goals. Responsibilities Grow revenue and gross profits within the assigned Owensboro, KY territory Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective customers Identify new business opportunities Develop and execute territory sales plans to meet or exceed revenue targets Partner with vendors and internal teams to deliver customized, timely solutions Utilize ERP tools for pricing, quoting, and customer data management Maintain up-to-date product knowledge across industrial lines, including MRO, PPE, safety, and marine supplies Provide regular territory updates and pipeline reporting to sales leadership Experience 5+ years of outside sales experience, preferably in industrial or marine distribution Strong working knowledge of industrial products (MRO, PPE, safety, material handling, etc.) Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills Highly organized, self-motivated, and results-oriented Valid driver's license with a clean driving record Benefits Health, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) with match Company vehicle PTO, tuition reimbursement, and more Additional Information Full Time, Monday-Friday (day shift) In-person role Equal Opportunity Employer With over 130 years in business and five generations of family leadership, we've built something rare: a company where people stay, grow, and thrive. You'll have the support of an established brand, a broad product portfolio, and a team that genuinely cares about doing right by customers and each other. We invest in our people through training, competitive pay, and real opportunities for advancement.