Business Development Specialist - Hayward, CA

Business Development Specialist

LOCATION: San Francisco Bay Area, CA

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prefer Technical knowledge of Cathodic Protection and/or corrosion related materials and services or Oil and Gas or Pipeline.
• Have at least 3 years Sales experience.
• Strategic thinking, good marketing acumen, written and verbal communication skills, and customer relationship management
• Able to identify customer needs and maintain relationships with key clients
• Proven track record with developing new accounts and sales leads, developing existing relationships and target specific opportunities
• Ability to meet revenue based targets and track projects for purpose of sale closure
• Develop sales presentations and provide detailed correspondence for customers
• Sales territory will be Northern and central California

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Mature and reliable, pleasant personality with exceptional communication and people skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Excel, Power Point, Access, and Outlook, Information management
• Must have a great driving record, able to drive long distances in car is required
• Confident giving presentations and speaking in front of groups
• Overnight travel is required, (About 20% travel will be required)
• Verbal and written communication skills, professional personal presentation
• Good organizational and planning skills with attention to detail

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma
• Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures
• Knowledge of customer service principles and practices

If interested please submit resume and cover letter to bhoefer@farwestcorrosion.com, no phone calls please