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Core & Main
Treatment Plant -Outside Sales Representative
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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.
$98,257 / year median in Oregon
-5% projected decline
Job Description
Treatment Plant -Outside Sales Representative Core & Main tuition reimbursement, 401(k) United States, Oregon, Hillsboro 21520 Northwest Cherry Lane (Show on map) Aug 26, 2026 Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leader in advancing reliable infrastructure with local service, nationwide. As a specialty distributor with a focus on water, wastewater, storm drainage and fire protection products and related services, Core & Main provides solutions to municipalities, private water companies and professional contractors across municipal, non-residential and residential end markets, nationwide. With over 370 locations across the U.S., the company provides its customers local expertise backed by a national supply chain. Core & Main's 5,700 associates are committed to helping their communities thrive with safe and reliable infrastructure. Visit coreandmain.com to learn more. Job Summary This role focuses on supporting largescale water, wastewater, and critical infrastructure projects specializing in treatment plants. The Outside Sales Representative builds and maintains strong relationships with municipalities, engineers and contractors engaged in major civil and mechanical infrastructure work. This position requires significant field engagement, technical aptitude, and the ability to manage complex project scopes from pre-bid design through delivery. Key Responsibilities Project & Scope Management Manage project workloads for Treatment plant and critical infrastructure projects. Present customerprovided material lists and complete billofmaterial packages. Coordinate multistage shipments to align with construction schedules utilizing project management team. Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and execution throughout each project lifecycle. Technical Expertise & Solution Support Apply strong knowledge of water, wastewater, and civil/mechanical processes. Support customers with product recommendations, technical clarifications, and systemlevel solutions. Maintain expertise in core product categories: PVF (pipe, valves, fittings) HDPE and fusion equipment Operators, actuators, and related plant components Quotation & Drafting Collaboration Partner with internal quotation, estimating and pre-bid manager teams: Plantspecific scopes Detailed infrastructure material takeoffs Designbuild support packages Ensure customers receive accurate, comprehensive, and timely proposals. Business Development & Market Expansion Identify new opportunities across water, wastewater, and municipal ecosystems. Develop relationships with engineering firms, public agencies, and major developers. Attend industry events, associations, and trade shows to expand presence and pipeline. Conduct market research to identify growth opportunities within the region. Customer Relationship Management Serve as the primary point of contact for plantrelated and infrastructure accounts. Maintain deep, consultative relationships that drive longterm loyalty. Act as a trusted resource for technical guidance, product sourcing, and project planning. Preferred Qualifications 4+ years of industryrelated outside sales experience (waterworks, civil, mechanical, or distribution). Experience supporting large infrastructure or plant environments (water/wastewater treatment and industrial civil projects).