Sales Representative Needed

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My client, Keystone Folding Box (Newark, NJ) is looking to hire a Sales Representative. Relocation is not necessary; one can work from their home office. The person hired for this position, however, should be based on the East Coast – anywhere from Massachusetts to North Carolina.

With more than a century of expertise in the design and manufacture of paperboard packaging, Keystone Folding Box Company provides some of today’s leading consumer products companies with innovative and reliable packaging solutions.

As a Sales Representative, you will represent Keystone completely and successfully in all interactions with the customer(s). Initiate new business and maintain long-term relationships with existing customer base. Work from company policies and objectives in a focused way to serve customers satisfactorily and profitably. The ability to work with very little guidance and/or direction is essential.

· Promote and sell Keystone products and services

· Maintain accurate, detailed and comprehensive knowledge of the potential of each account in your territory.

· Monitor and ensure quality customer service to customers.

· Provide technical assistance in resolving quality issues

· Investigate and resolve all customer complaints promptly. Evaluate source of problem and participate in the resolution process with all involved parties.

· Make quality sales calls on customers and prospects.

· Develop a number of high potential prospects to guarantee future sales growth.

· Update management on status of accounts and support needed to accomplish goals.

Position Requirements

· Demonstrated sales experience in the folding carton industry.

· PC proficient in Windows-based programs and the Internet.

· Must be a self-starter, highly motivated and be able to work independently with minimal supervision.

· Proven ability to cold call and be willing to continue to cold call to build new business and grow segment. Not discouraged easily.

· Ability to persuade, negotiate, and sell.

· Excellent communication skills – written, verbal, interpersonal, and listening

· Sharp analytical and problem-solving skills

· Initiative – self starter

· Quick study and adaptable

· Drives for results

· Highly organized

· Keen sense of follow-up

· Positive outlook

· Takes ownership

· Integrity and trustworthy

· Strong work ethic

· Professional demeanor

· Good sense of humor

Salary based upon experience. Full benefit package including health benefits, 401k, company paid life insurance, long term disability, pension and vacation.

Resumes should be emailed to: karlahammond@sbcglobal.net; 860-267-2690; PLEASE INCLUDE SALARY REQUIREMENTS.