A Sales Representative works as a sales associate in a variety of retail settings or businesses. Provides information to customers and sells merchandise or products. Provides analysis of sales activity to businesses and advises on ways to increase sales.
$40,000 - $50,000 per year About Us Jamestown Advanced Products is a family-owned American manufacturer of high-quality outdoor site furnishings, campground amenities, park equipment, and recreational products. For nearly 40 years, we've proudly served campgrounds, parks, municipalities, schools, recreation facilities, and government agencies throughout the United States and Canada. We're looking for a motivated, energetic, and customer-focused Entry-Level Sales Account Representative to join our growing sales team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build a career in sales while learning from an experienced team in a supportive environment. Position Summary As a Sales Account Representative, you will be responsible for developing new business opportunities while supporting existing customers. You'll spend much of your day making outbound sales calls, following up on leads, preparing quotes, and helping customers find the right products for their projects. Success in this role comes from being proactive, organized, eager to learn, and committed to providing outstanding customer service. Primary Responsibilities Build and develop a new customer base through outbound prospecting and lead generation. Make daily outbound sales calls to campgrounds, municipalities, parks, schools, contractors, and other prospective customers. Identify new business opportunities and maintain an active sales pipeline. Build strong relationships with new and existing customers through phone, email, and follow-up communication. Prepare quotes, enter sales orders, and accurately process customer orders. Troubleshoot customer questions and resolve order or product concerns in a professional and timely manner. Coordinate with internal departments, including production, customer service, and shipping, to ensure customer satisfaction. Maintain accurate customer records, contacts, and sales activity within the company's CRM and ERP systems. Follow up on quotes and opportunities to maximize sales conversions. Stay knowledgeable about company products, promotions, and industry trends. Represent Jamestown Advanced Products professionally at customer events and occasional trade shows. Work collaboratively with fellow sales representatives and management to achieve department goals. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required; associate's or bachelor's degree preferred. Previous customer service or sales experience is helpful but not required . Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Comfortable making outbound phone calls throughout the day. Self-motivated with a willingness to learn and grow. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel. Experience with CRM or ERP software is a plus but not required. Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment. Positive attitude and strong work ethic. Physical Requirements Ability to lift up to 50 pounds during trade shows or product demonstrations. Ability to travel to 1-3 trade shows per year. Ability to work in an office environment Monday through Friday. Why Join Jamestown Advanced Products? At Jamestown Advanced Products, you'll become part of a close-knit, family-owned company where teamwork, integrity, and customer satisfaction are at the center of everything we do. We believe in developing our employees, celebrating success, and providing opportunities for long-term career growth. Jamestown Advanced Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. This position is in-person at our Jamestown, New York facility located at 2855 Girts Road. Remote work is not offered. United States work authorization is required.
Pay:
$40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance
