Sales Associate

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Engage with and learn from Benjamin Moore’s Field Sales team and clients during the initial 10–12 weeks.

• Acquire knowledge about all facets of the paint and coatings industry alongside professionals from R&D, Marketing, Sales Operations, Manufacturing & Distribution, Color and Design, and retail.

• Attend both internal and external training sessions focused on products and sales.

• Participate in market-wide selling activities and professional networking events.

• Apply paints and coatings to various surfaces, diagnosing and troubleshooting product performance challenges.

• Act as a Benjamin Moore Brand Ambassador.

• Gradually take on the responsibilities of a Territory Representative following onboarding.

• Assist Territory Representatives in achieving sales targets by reaching out to lower-volume clients.

• Cover assigned territories during vacation periods and both short- and long-term absences.

• Manage temporarily assigned territories, including scheduling, organization, and CRM/enterprise systems.

• Drive sales, enhance profitability, and finalize sales opportunities.

• Ensure customer satisfaction through a consultative, customer-focused approach.

• Develop technical knowledge, business acumen, and customer relationships, becoming a trusted expert.

• Foster new business opportunities in collaboration with experienced Territory Representatives.

• Support architectural and industrial product training, participate in sales blitzes, promotional campaigns, and other assigned tasks.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must be willing and able to relocate within a designated region and to the assigned territory after completing the Sales Associate program, typically within 8–12 months of hire.

• Availability for up to 80% travel, including overnight stays when necessary.

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

• A four-year college degree is preferred, or a combination of four years of college education and customer-facing work experience.

• Exceptional verbal, written, and listening communication abilities.

• Strong relationship management and teamwork skills.

• Friendly, outgoing, confident, and enthusiastic demeanor.

• A self-starter, dedicated to tasks, and capable of working independently.

• Proven passion for serving customers and delivering solutions.

• Comfortable speaking in front of small to medium-sized audiences in a professional environment.

• Eagerness to develop sales skills and expand product knowledge.

• Proficient in computer applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

• Ability to learn Microsoft Dynamics CRM proficiently.

• Strong work ethic and dedication to building a career path.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation package, including a base salary and bonus.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.

• 401K plan with company matching contributions.

• Generous paid time off policy.

• Company car provided.

• Laptop for work-related tasks.

• Cell phone for business communication.

• Extensive sales and product training provided.

• Annual performance-based raises and bonuses.

• Paid time off starting at three weeks of vacation, plus seven paid holidays and five personal days.

• Employer-funded life insurance.

• Tuition reimbursement program available.

• Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for eligible active employees.

• An inclusive workplace with initiatives for social impact.