Sales Representative - Entry Level

Bisco Industries, Inc. is ranked among the Top 25 Distributors of electronic components and specialty fasteners in North America. We currently have multiple facilities located throughout the United States and Canada. We are currently looking for motivated individuals to work in our sales facilities. Bisco Industries believes our people are our greatest asset, and we have an exciting long-term career opportunity with continued upward mobility for you. Bisco Industries believes in promoting from within and provides solid career path opportunities. Our rapid growth is creating excellent opportunities in sales and sales management for outstanding candidates who are eager to excel and are driven to reach and exceed expectations. Due to our continued growth and success, we are currently seeking an entry-level sales Representative to begin their sales career with us!      
Responsibilities   
  • Support inside sales representatives and management in customer service and sales
  • Ensure excellent customer service  
  • Establishing new sales opportunities in an exciting environment with both inside and outside sales responsibilities.
  • Entry-level sales responsibilities with the goal of promotion to full-time sales in 9-12 months
  • Coordinate with sales representatives to respond quickly to customer needs, requests, and problems
Qualifications   
  • Prior customer service or sales experience is a plus but not required
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
  • History of persistence or commitment made to school, work or community   
  • Evidence of successful, high performance in work, school, or other activities
  • Willingness to continually learn about Bisco Industries, our customers, and industry experience, preferred 
  • Must be able to pass a background check 
  • Must possess an active, unrestricted, and valid driver’s license
  • You must be a US citizen or a Permanent Resident 
Why Join Bisco   
  • Competitive Base Salary + monthly bonus program
  • Hourly range $19.60 - $29/ hr
  • Competitive PTO (vacation/sick time)
  • Paid Holidays, including a ½ day on your birthday!
  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision insurance
  • Wellness Incentives
  • The company provided life and long-term disability insurance
  • 401k w/ company match!
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program
  • Upward Mobility
Bisco Industries, Inc. will provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, sex, age, disability, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetics, gender identity or expression, political belief or activity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, recall, leaves of absence, compensation benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. 

 

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